Mercedes Williams
Danbury,CT
Summary
To obtain a challenging and rewarding LPN position in a healthcare setting where I can utilize my skills and experience to provide high-quality patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infection Preventionist-LPN
Pope John Paul
05.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented infection control programs resulting in a 30% reduction in healthcare-associated infections
- Provided education and training to staff on infection control best practices
- Conducted audits and surveillance to identify potential infection control issues
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement evidence-based infection control protocols
- Managed outbreaks and investigated healthcare-associated infections
- Collaborated with pharmacy and medical staff to optimize antibiotic use and reduce resistance.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bethel Health Care
11.2021 - Current
- Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate
- Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications
- Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
- Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing
- Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas
- Clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks.
Hospital Operator
Danbury Hospital
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Operate switchboard and hospital PA system to make announcements and manage calls efficiently
- Make emergency announcements and operate direct emergency elevator use, log emergency calls into database
- Direct visitors and patients who need assistance.
Receptionist
New Fairfield Animal Hospital
06.2011 - 05.2016
- Answer client inquiries, schedule appointments, greet clients, check patients in, record messages for doctors/staff
- Input data into database, run end-of-day reports, check prescription refill requests, bill clients, clean/organize area
- Discharge patients, produce invoices, keep records in system, provide patient updates/appointment reminders.
Education
Practical Nursing Program -
Lincoln Technical Institute
Shelton, CT04.2021
Henry Abbott Technical High School
Danbury, CT06.2010
Skills
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Vital signs, blood glucose testing, eye testing, urinalysis, EKG’s
- Self-starter, organized, detail-oriented, deadline-oriented
- Experience with EMR Systems, Microsoft Office Suite
- Follows HIPAA guidelines and policies ensuring the safety of patients
- Multi-tasks efficiently in fast-paced, busy work environments
- Technically proficient, with advanced skills in:
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Reception technology
- Scheduling appointments
- Dispensing medications
- Utilizing computer databases and office equipment
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nursing Licensure, State of Connecticut Department of Health, [License Number]
- CPR, Epinephrine Auto-Injection and AED Certification for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Timeline
Infection Preventionist-LPN
Pope John Paul
05.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bethel Health Care
11.2021 - Current
Hospital Operator
Danbury Hospital
10.2016 - 07.2017
Receptionist
New Fairfield Animal Hospital
06.2011 - 05.2016
Practical Nursing Program -
Lincoln Technical Institute
Henry Abbott Technical High School