Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
References
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Nicolette Grace

Houston,TX

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Texas Children Hospital
Houston, Texas
08.2013 - 10.2024
  • Assisted physicians in examining and treating patients.
  • Assisted with the administration of injections and IV fluids to patients.
  • Prepared patient rooms for examination, including stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.
  • Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, glucose testing and hemoglobin and hematocrit levels.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Administered vaccines, started PIVs, started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
  • Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

The Methodist Hospital
Houston, Texas
06.1981 - 05.2013
  • Provided wound care, including dressing changes and administering intravenous medications.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge from hospital or clinic.
  • Assisted with the administration of injections and IV fluids to patients.
  • Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to maintain licensure requirements.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.

Education

Vocational Nursing

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
08-1983

High School Diploma -

Forest Brook High School
Houston, TX
06-1981

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Treatment plan implementation
  • Patient Assessment
  • Infection Control
  • Care Plan Development
  • Direct Patient Care

Accomplishments

  • Received BRAVO Award 2021 at Texas Children's Hospital
  • Recognized as Employee of the Month while working at The Methodist Hospital

Certification

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Texas Children Hospital
08.2013 - 10.2024

Licensed Vocational Nurse

The Methodist Hospital
06.1981 - 05.2013

Vocational Nursing

Houston Community College

High School Diploma -

Forest Brook High School

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