Marquita Hill
Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
A position as a Licensed Vocational Nurse with a healthcare organization Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 15 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 15 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 15+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 15+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care. Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
PAM Specialty Hospital
09.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Harmon Hospital
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
03.2008 - 03.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Casa Loma College
Hawthorne, California09.2007
High School Diploma -
Crenshaw High School
Los Angeles, California06.2001
Skills
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA Compliance
Clinical Documentation
Vital signs
Patient Care
Documentation accuracy
Medication Dispensing
Diabetes management
Immunization Administration
Catheter Care
Documenting intake
EMR / EHR
Patient relationship building
Patient triaging
Care Planning
Patient Intake
Caregiving skills
Staff Supervision
Pulse oximetry tracking
Patient Management
Anatomy knowledge
Behavioral assessment
Inpatient Care
Medical Records Management
Outpatient Care
Maintaining nutrition
Indirect Patient Care
Home Health Care
Case Management
Patient Charting
Attention to Detail
Patient Education
CPR/AED
Intravenous Medications
Infection Control
Specimen Collection
Patient support
Nursing Intervention Evaluations
Patient Observation
Nursing Staff Supervision
Activities of Daily Living ADLs
Call Answering and Assistance
Patient Positioning and Transporting
Wound Dressing and Suturing
Treatment Room Preparation
Recordkeeping and Maintenance
Needs Assessment
Coaching and Mentoring
Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
Examination and Test Preparation
In-Home Care
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- BLS for Healthcare Providers, (CPR & AED) Program, 03/2022, American Heart Association
- VOCATIONAL NURSE LICENSE, California, 06/2008-06/2022
- PRACTICAL NURSE LICENSE, Nevada, 06/2022-Present
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
PAM Specialty Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Harmon Hospital
03.2022 - 09.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
06.2019 - 03.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
03.2008 - 03.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Casa Loma College
High School Diploma -
Crenshaw High School