Martina Hawkins
Joppa,MD
Summary
Seeking a position as a Licensed Practical Nurse that will allow me to utilize my skills and abilities for growth and advancement of the company’s goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Connect RN Agency
05.2018 - 10.2024
- Provides nursing care to patients as assigned.
- Administers and records medications and treatments as assigned.
- Prepares for and assists Physicians and others with diagnostic procedures and treatments.
- Reinforce supports and provides health care instructions to patients and their families.
- Participates with other team members in planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care and other patient activities.
- Assists in the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
- Observes and reports patients' vital signs, symptoms and general condition to doctor & unit manager.
- Records on patient charts observation of patient’s responses to nursing care rendered.
- Assists with unit manager as assigned.
Wellness Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse) Part-time
Brookdale Towson Assisted Living
Baltimore, Maryland
10.2018 - Current
- Assist in maintaining a physical, social and psychological environment in the best interest of residents.
- Monitor and assess residents’ health and wellbeing while administering treatment plans and medications prescribed by a physician.
- Monitor responses to treatment plans and notifies the resident care coordinator or executive director of any issues.
Nurse; Full-Time
Chesapeake Staffing
01.2022 - 06.2022
- PCR testing and reading on students weekly
- Rapid Covid testing on students daily with or without signs or symptoms on student’s daily
Dispensing Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse) Full-time
Reflective Treatment Center
Baltimore, Maryland
09.2018 - 11.2020
- Sets up for dispensing of medication and dispenses medication.
- Monitors medication inventory and reports to Nursing Supervisor
- Reconciles inventory of methadone at conclusion of dosing.
- Prints daily reports.
- Signs and processes physician orders.
- Enters notes in patient charts and inputs flags as per physician orders.
- Processes dose changes and puts notes in systems.
- Print and documents “no-shows” in system.
- Coordinates guest medication.
- Collects Urine specimens as needed.
- Monitors vital signs for reinstatements, annuals, and new admissions.
- Files appropriate paperwork. Calibrates Methadone pump.
Geriatric Nursing Assistant (Hospice Aide)
Stella Maris
Timonium, Maryland
11.2015 - 04.2018
- Provide excellent patient care, includes activities of daily living, serving meals, taking vital signs, making beds, ambulating, turning, and repositioning patients, ensuring their independence, safety and comfort.
- Document and report changes and progress to sustain their care plans to the nurse.
Order Entry Pharmacy Technician
Omnicare Pharmacy
Annapolis Junction, Maryland
07.2016 - 02.2017
- Enter new orders and refills into the computer.
- Calculate correct dosage and day supply based on the prescription.
- Process orders based on the priority assigned.
- Follow all applicable government regulations including HIPAA.
- Assist dispensing pharmacist.
LPN School Nurse
Harford County Public Schools
Harford County, MD
08.2023 - Current
- Administered first aid and medications to students, ensuring adherence to health protocols.
- Monitored student health records, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with educators to identify and address student health needs effectively.
- Developed and implemented health education programs promoting wellness among students.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Lancaster County Career & Technology Center
Lancaster, PA01-2018
Registered Pharmacy Technician - undefined
Caroline Center
Baltimore, MD01-2016
Certified Nursing Assistant - Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Community College of Baltimore County
Randallstown, MD01-2015
HS Diploma - undefined
Perry Hall High School
Baltimore, MD01-2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Harford Community College
Bel Air, MD05-2027
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- CPR Certification/AED 2017
- Registered Pharmacy Technician 2016
- Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant 2015
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Direct Care - Obtain vital signs for patients. Assist patients with ADLs. Wound care and treatments. Provide post mortem care. Use safe and standard precautions to prevent spread of infection and disease. Medication Administration.
- Organization & Planning - Identifying and assessing needs of patients, prioritizing steps, implementing actions, and evaluating outcomes. Set priorities and monitor progress, adjusting when necessary. Efficiently manage time to coordinate multiple demands.
- Documentation - Record vital signs. Keep record of patient’s intake and output. Document in patients MAR and TAR after administration. Document how patients tolerate medications. Document any abnormal assessment findings.
Timeline
LPN School Nurse
Harford County Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Nurse; Full-Time
Chesapeake Staffing
01.2022 - 06.2022
Wellness Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse) Part-time
Brookdale Towson Assisted Living
10.2018 - Current
Dispensing Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse) Full-time
Reflective Treatment Center
09.2018 - 11.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Connect RN Agency
05.2018 - 10.2024
Order Entry Pharmacy Technician
Omnicare Pharmacy
07.2016 - 02.2017
Geriatric Nursing Assistant (Hospice Aide)
Stella Maris
11.2015 - 04.2018
Registered Pharmacy Technician - undefined
Caroline Center
Certified Nursing Assistant - Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Community College of Baltimore County
HS Diploma - undefined
Perry Hall High School
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Lancaster County Career & Technology Center
Associate of Science - Nursing
Harford Community College