Nicole Flores
Salem,NH
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Carilion Clinic, enhancing patient outcomes through expert medication administration and vital signs monitoring. Skilled in direct patient care and compassionate communication, significantly improving team efficiency and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring staff and excelling in high-pressure environments. Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carilion Clinic
12.2018 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Glebe Retirement Community
08.2014 - 12.2018
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Certificate - Practical Nursing
ECPI University
Roanoke, VA01.2022
High School Diploma -
James River High School
Buchanan, VA06.2014
Skills
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA Compliance
Wound Care
Compassionate Care
Immunization Administration
Catheter Care
Patient relationship building
ADL Assistance
Staff Supervision
CPR/AED
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carilion Clinic
12.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Glebe Retirement Community
08.2014 - 12.2018
Certificate - Practical Nursing
ECPI University
High School Diploma -
James River High School
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