Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Nancy Afakule

310 Travine Dr Mckinney,TX

Summary

Accomplished LVN with a proven track record at Direct Care Staffing, adept in clinical documentation and compassionate care. Excelled in managing diabetes and pediatric conditions, ensuring effective treatment plans and fostering strong physician relationships. Demonstrated excellence in patient care, significantly improving patient outcomes through meticulous monitoring and timely interventions.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LVN

All Medical Personnel
07.2024 - Current
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

LVN Charge Nurse

Direct Care Staffing
09.2021 - Current
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
  • Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • work as per diem/contract nurse.

LVN Charge Nurse

Worldwide Travel Staffing
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.

LVN Charge Nurse

Clyde Cosper Veteran's Home
02.2021 - 06.2022
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.

Mental Health Technician

Enterhealth
12.2019 - 01.2021
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.

Food Service Worker

Sam's Club
12.2018 - 01.2020
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.

Agent Services Representative

State Farm
12.2016 - 12.2019
  • Streamlined communication processes for increased efficiency within the agent services team.
  • Delivered world-class customer service to internal and external customers.
  • Handled escalated issues professionally while collaborating closely with relevant stakeholders towards prompt resolution.
  • Coordinated training sessions for new agents, ensuring they were equipped with essential knowledge and skills for success.

Front Desk Assistant

Grayson College
12.2015 - 12.2018
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly and appropriately handled needs.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Maintained a professional and welcoming front desk area, setting a positive first impression for guests.
  • Facilitated smooth operations during peak times with effective multitasking skills, managing multiple guest interactions simultaneously.

Education

Nursing

Grayson College
Van Alstyne, TX
07.2020

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

Grayson College
Denison, TX
05.2018

Skills

Compassionate Care

Clinical Documentation

Diabetes management

Certification

  • License - lvn

Training - BLS

Timeline

LVN

All Medical Personnel
07.2024 - Current

LVN Charge Nurse

Worldwide Travel Staffing
01.2023 - 12.2023

LVN Charge Nurse

Direct Care Staffing
09.2021 - Current

LVN Charge Nurse

Clyde Cosper Veteran's Home
02.2021 - 06.2022

Mental Health Technician

Enterhealth
12.2019 - 01.2021

Food Service Worker

Sam's Club
12.2018 - 01.2020

Agent Services Representative

State Farm
12.2016 - 12.2019

Front Desk Assistant

Grayson College
12.2015 - 12.2018

Nursing

Grayson College

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

Grayson College
Nancy Afakule