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MATASHA CRAWFORD

Roanoke,VA

Summary

Patient-oriented nursing professional with 18 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in long term care, assisted living, and substance abuse settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

IntelyCare
Roanoke, Virginia
12.2022 - Current
  • Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
  • Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
  • Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
  • Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
  • Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.

LPN-Supervisor

Friendship Community Care
Roanoke , Virginia
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
  • Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
  • Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
  • Monitor LPN and CNA staff for proper and timely completion of tasks, assisting as needed.
  • Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Completed and organized admissions from hospitals or longterm care facilities.

LPN- Subtance Abuse

Carilion Community Care - OBOT
Roanoke, Virginia
07.2017 - 07.2022

· Functioned as lead nurse in OBOT clinic

· Collect vital signs and triage patients

· Function as part of interdisciplinary care team

· Prepare for and lead AM staff meeting

· Work under direct report to LCSW and Medical Providers

· Process prior authorizations with most commonly known insurance companies.

· Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

· Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

· Perform witnessed urine and oral drug screens according to DOT regulations.

· Assess patients for program appropriateness and withdrawal severity

· Collect and document patient information for new patient appointment.

· Coordinate and perform controlled medication counts

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

ECPI University
Roanoke, VA
05-2024

Practical Nursing

MCI@ECPI Technical College
2007

Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Enthusiastic caregiver
  • Prioritize and time management
  • Capable of coping under high stress levels
  • Patient oriented with care
  • Working knowledge of state guidelines and HIPPA regulations
  • Courteous and compassionate
  • Enjoys a positive and productive working environment
  • Medication administration and management
  • Skilled in conducting physical assessments
  • Experience with adult psychiatric and mental health patients
  • Wound cleaning/care proficient
  • Infection control standards

Certification

  • CPR certified through American Heart Association

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LPN

IntelyCare
12.2022 - Current

LPN-Supervisor

Friendship Community Care
08.2022 - 12.2022

LPN- Subtance Abuse

Carilion Community Care - OBOT
07.2017 - 07.2022

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

ECPI University

Practical Nursing

MCI@ECPI Technical College
MATASHA CRAWFORD