Paige Samford
Salem,AL
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at East Alabama Medical Center, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Skilled in clinical documentation and fostering strong patient relationships, I enhance care quality and improve outcomes through effective collaboration and critical thinking in high-pressure environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
East Alabama Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement effective treatment strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care practices.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for compliance.
- 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.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Medical Assistant
Stopwatch Urgent Care
Auburn, AL
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Assisted in patient intake processes, ensuring accurate information collection and documentation.
- Administered basic medical procedures, including vaccinations and vital sign assessments.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms to promote a safe environment.
- Implemented electronic health record (EHR) systems for efficient patient data management and retrieval.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing -
Southern Union State Community College
Wadley, ALSkills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation accuracy
- Infection control
- Family communication
- EMR / EHR
- Patient relationship building
- ADL assistance
- Palliative care
- End-of-life care
- Documenting incidents
- Caring for wounds
- Educating families
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
East Alabama Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Stopwatch Urgent Care
05.2021 - 10.2022
Licensed Practical Nursing -
Southern Union State Community College