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MERCY AWAH

Sugar Land,TX

Summary

With my 17 year of experience as an efficient, dedicated , reliable and focused nurse, my objective is to be an asset to your institution through the development and implementation of care services by interacting with patients and their interdisciplinary team, while utilizing my skills and organizational abilities to increase their qualification of care.


Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

K2 HOLLISTIC HOME HEALTH
07.2024 - Current
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Monitored and tracked patient vitals, to keep team informed of changing conditions.
  • One on one care for patients with trach and vent in comfort of their homes.
  • Administered neb treatment, tube feeding, medication administration and wound care.
  • Teach stoma care, changing vent circuits, trach, trach ties and suction.
  • Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
  • Assist to doctor visit and update new doctor's order in MAR.
  • Maintain patient safety at all time
  • Record patient's intakes and outputs and monitor overall wellness to report changes in condition.
  • Administered medications per physicians order as directed by care plan.
  • Observe all HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality.
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.

LPN, Private Duty

Huckeye Health Services
11.2021 - 08.2024
  • Implemented infection control measures diligently, minimizing the risk of contamination in the home setting.
  • Enhanced patients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and empathetic private duty nursing services.
  • Monitored and tracked patient vitals, to keep team informed of changing conditions.
  • One on one care for patients with trach and vent in comfort of their homes.
  • Administered neb treatment, tube feeding, medication administration and wound care.
  • Teach stoma care, changing vent circuits, trach, trach ties and suction.
  • Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
  • Assist to doctor visit and update new doctor's order in MAR.
  • Maintain patient safety at all time
  • Record patient's intakes and outputs and monitor overall wellness to report changes in condition.
  • Administered medications per physicians order as directed by care plan.

LPN, Private Duty

4502 RIVERSTONE BLVD. SUITE #905 MISSOURI
01.2017 - 11.2021
  • Implemented infection control measures diligently, minimizing the risk of contamination in the home setting.
  • Enhanced patients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and empathetic private duty nursing services.
  • Monitored and tracked patient vitals, to keep team informed of changing conditions.
  • One on one care for patients with trach and vent in comfort of their homes.
  • Administered neb treatment, tube feeding, medication administration and wound care.
  • Teach stoma care, changing vent circuits, trach, trach ties and suction.
  • Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
  • Assist to doctor visit and update new doctor's order in MAR.
  • Maintain patient safety at all time
  • Record patient's intakes and outputs and monitor overall wellness to report changes in condition.
  • Administered medications per physicians order as directed by care plan.

LPN

Quality Caregivers Health Care
08.2012 - 11.2020
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Make sure patients have their needs and follow up to call for medication refills.
  • Maintain patient safety at all times.
  • Observe all HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to the plan of care derived from the physician’s orders and Registered Nurse Assessment. Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with agency policy.

LPN

Nexcare Health Services Inc
09.2012 - 10.2020
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Make sure patients have their needs and follow up to call for medication refills.
  • Maintain patient safety at all times.
  • Observe all HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to the plan of care derived from the physician’s orders and Registered Nurse Assessment. Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with agency policy.

LPN

Encompass Pediatric Home Health
11.2010 - 08.2012
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Monitored and tracked patient vitals, to keep team informed of changing conditions.
  • One on one care for patients with trach and vent in comfort of their homes.
  • Administered neb treatment, tube feeding, medication administration and wound care.
  • Teach stoma care, changing trach, trach ties and suction.
  • Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
  • Assist to doctor visit and update new doctor's order in MAR.
  • Maintain patient safety at all time
  • Record patient's intakes and outputs and monitor overall wellness to report changes in condition.
  • Administered medications per physicians order as directed by care plan.
  • Observe all HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality.

LPN

Northampton Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2007 - 09.2009
  • Treated and dressed wounds and provided proactive follow-up care to monitor progress and change dressings.
  • Administered flu vaccines in alignment with required schedules and and organizational standards.
  • Collected biological samples and prepared for lab testing.
  • Maintained confidential health records assuring consents are obtained signed and legally compliant.
  • Gathered patient medical histories and symptoms, and recorded data such as height, weight, pulse rate, blood pressure and blood sugar.
  • Maintain patient safety at all times.
  • Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers, including MD, RN and THERAPISTS to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.

Education

LPN Program - LPN Program

Comprehensive Health Academy
1106 Bladensburg Rd NE, Washington, DC 20002
02.2007

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
  • Wound care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Family communication
  • Patient evaluation
  • Health education
  • Patient relationship building

Certification

  • Licensed LPN - 17years
  • BLS Training -

Timeline

LPN

K2 HOLLISTIC HOME HEALTH
07.2024 - Current

LPN, Private Duty

Huckeye Health Services
11.2021 - 08.2024

LPN, Private Duty

4502 RIVERSTONE BLVD. SUITE #905 MISSOURI
01.2017 - 11.2021

LPN

Nexcare Health Services Inc
09.2012 - 10.2020

LPN

Quality Caregivers Health Care
08.2012 - 11.2020

LPN

Encompass Pediatric Home Health
11.2010 - 08.2012

LPN

Northampton Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2007 - 09.2009

LPN Program - LPN Program

Comprehensive Health Academy
MERCY AWAH