Monique Perry
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated LVN professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN Vaccination Nurse
City Of Houston Health Department
Houston, TX
06.2021 - Current
- Documented patient vitals, allergies, conditions and vaccines into EPIC and Salesforce .
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from Covid-19 and Monkey Pox.
- Met with and patients to discuss and distribute information on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Delegated patient care responsibilities to nursing assistants and student nurses.
LVN Travel Nurse
Dedicated Nursing Associates
Delmont, PA
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
COVID-19 Tester
A-1 Personal
Houston , Texas
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Interpreted and processed on-site-only test data according to RMI documentation requirements.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
- Analyzed experiment and test results to validate adherence to standards and specifications.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Handled and stored potentially contaminated nasal samples to prevent compromise.
Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Reliant Pediatric Therapy Services
Houston, TX
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Thrived in high volume atmosphere providing care ranging from wellness visits to illnesses, injuries, and life-threatening conditions.
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing effective communication with parents and children of all age groups.
- Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
- Trained family members in how to care for patients and manage individual conditions.
- Provided educational support to patients and families to inform them of procedures.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
- Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Helped patients complete day-to-day tasks, including bathing, dressing and eating.
Hospice Nurse
No Place Like Home
Fort Worth, TX
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for Type rehabilitation unit.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Private Duty Nurse
HTC Pediatrics Services
Houston, TX
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Engaged and educated clients on appropriate behaviors and essential social interaction.
- Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients and families to support comprehensive social, mental and physical care.
- Administered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physician orders.
- Reported general, physical and mental condition of patients to RN to support care initiatives.
- Educated clients and families to support wellness activities, self-care techniques and prevention strategies.
- Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
- Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
Front Desk Receptionist
Houston Harris Division Patrol
Houston, TX
09.2013 - 02.2017
- Reported facility and room maintenance problems to appropriate personnel for immediate remediation.
- Promptly answered multi-line phone system and greeted callers enthusiastically.
- Politely welcomed arriving guests, providing room keys and information on amenities and policies.
- Provided guests with above-and-beyond service, including making outside venue reservations and setting up tours.
- Swiftly responded to room requests and other inquiries made via establishment website, email or phone.
- Welcomed patrons and immediately offered assistance by asking open-ended questions.
- Used quick response and dynamic service skills to build relationships with patrons, improving customer retention rate.
- Carefully transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel within Five minutes of each call.
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
CNA
Bell Tech
Houston, TX
03.2016 - 09.2016
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Education
LVN Licence - Nursing
Bell Tech Career Institute
Houston, TXCertified Nursing Assistant -
Beverly Cotton
Houston, TXDiploma -
Lawrence E Elkins High School
Missouri City, TXSkills
Teamworkundefined
Certification
Licensed LVN
Timeline
LVN Vaccination Nurse
City Of Houston Health Department
06.2021 - Current
COVID-19 Tester
A-1 Personal
01.2021 - 06.2021
LVN Travel Nurse
Dedicated Nursing Associates
10.2020 - 12.2021
Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Reliant Pediatric Therapy Services
10.2020 - 01.2021
Private Duty Nurse
HTC Pediatrics Services
09.2018 - 05.2020
Hospice Nurse
No Place Like Home
05.2018 - 06.2020
CNA
Bell Tech
03.2016 - 09.2016
Front Desk Receptionist
Houston Harris Division Patrol
09.2013 - 02.2017
LVN Licence - Nursing
Bell Tech Career Institute
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Beverly Cotton
Diploma -
Lawrence E Elkins High School
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