Omara Ford
Sioux Falls,South Dakota
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lifescape Adult services; case management
12.2023 - Current
- Assists adults with disabilities in managing their healthcare
- Educate patients regarding disease processes
- Communicate pertinent information to the medical team as needed
- Collaborate with primary care providers to manage the health care of medically complex individuals
- Ensure medical records are up to date and that pertinent medical appointments are attended
- Assists with creating appropriate medical supports
- Completes nursing tasks such as wound care, catheter care, and g-tube care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lifescape childrens
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Analyzed clinical information by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating conditions
- Provided respiratory care and support
- Administered medications and enteral feedings
- Maintained professional relationships with physicians and interdisciplinary team
- Assisted in the admission and discharge of patients
- Provided tracheostomy care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kore Cares
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisting clients in the home health setting, enabling them to live independent and healthy lives in the comfort of their own home
- Simplified the lives of clients and their families by assisting with bathing, dressing, feeding, and colostomy care
- Improved client’s daily routines by assisting in meal preparation
- Fostered the client’s independence by providing transportation when necessary
- Supervised clients with learning disabilities, ensuring their overall health and safety.
Customer service representative
St. Vincent Depaul Society
07.2016 - 01.2019
- Facilitated a pleasant customer experience when shopping and delivering donations
- Guided new hires on the operation of point-of-sale systems
- Corresponded closely with management and assisted in updating and organizing merchandise
- Verified correct pricing for merchandise.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Southeast Technical College
Sioux Falls, South Dakota12.2024
Licensed Practical nursing DIPLOMA -
Southeast Technical College
Sioux Falls, South Dakota05.2023
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Sioux Falls, South Dakota05.2016
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Knowledge of electronic medical records
- Effective oral communication
- Organizational skills
- Flexibility
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Direct Patient Care
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical judgment
Certification
Basic Life Support
Licensed Practical Nurse
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lifescape Adult services; case management
12.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lifescape childrens
05.2023 - 12.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kore Cares
03.2021 - 03.2022
Customer service representative
St. Vincent Depaul Society
07.2016 - 01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Southeast Technical College
Licensed Practical nursing DIPLOMA -
Southeast Technical College
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School