Nicole White
Galloway
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Bayada Home Health, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care planning and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recognized for strong clinical judgment and dedication to patient education, fostering trust and understanding in care processes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health
10.2011 - 06.2021
- Administered medications and treatments per care plans, ensuring patient safety and compliance with health regulations.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress, identifying changes in condition for timely intervention.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of care procedures and medication usage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies, enhancing quality of life for patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal recovery.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Customer Service Representative
Ranstad
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Assisted customers with inquiries, providing accurate information and effective solutions.
- Managed customer complaints through active listening and problem-solving techniques.
- Processed orders and returns efficiently, ensuring timely fulfillment of customer requests.
- Maintained detailed records of customer interactions in CRM system for future reference.
- Educated patients on insurance benefits, helping them understand coverage options and claims processes.
- Adapted quickly to system updates, maintaining workflow efficiency during transitions in technology or protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Absecon Manor Nursing Home
10.2007 - 10.2011
- Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and promoting professional development within the team.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing risk of hospital-acquired infections in home health settings.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient needs, adapting care plans based on shifting health conditions or preferences.
- 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.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Distribution Coordinator
Lenox
09.2002 - 06.2006
- Coordinated inventory management processes to ensure timely distribution of products.
- Streamlined order fulfillment procedures, enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain logistics and reduce delays.
- Implemented tracking systems for shipments, improving visibility and accountability throughout distribution channels.
Education
No Degree - Social Work
Stockton College
Absecon, NJNo Degree - General Studies
Atlantic Cape Community College
Mays Landing, NJ05-2027
Licensed Practical Nursing Program - Nursing
Atlantic County Institute of Technology
Mays Landing, NJ07-2007
High School Diploma -
Oakcrest High School
Mays Landing, NJ06-1996
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Infection control
- Family communication
- Catheter care
- Breathing treatments
- Health education
- Patient evaluations
- Emergency response
- Patient relationship building
- Care planning
- Patient triaging
- ADL assistance
- Caregiving skills
Timeline
Customer Service Representative
Ranstad
01.2021 - 03.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayada Home Health
10.2011 - 06.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Absecon Manor Nursing Home
10.2007 - 10.2011
Distribution Coordinator
Lenox
09.2002 - 06.2006
No Degree - Social Work
Stockton College
No Degree - General Studies
Atlantic Cape Community College
Licensed Practical Nursing Program - Nursing
Atlantic County Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Oakcrest High School