Pamela Billman
Clifton
Summary
Licensed Vocational Nurse with expertise in implementing nursing care according to physician orders and established standards. Demonstrates strong technical knowledge and communication skills, enhancing quality care delivery. Proven ability to prioritize tasks in high-pressure environments, ensuring effective patient support and emergency response. Recognized for contributions to patient satisfaction and team collaboration in previous roles.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN Nurse
Goodall Witcher Hospital Authority
Clifton
01.2023 - Current
- Led comprehensive nursing care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient needs.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments while ensuring adherence to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Developed individualized care plans through assessments and collaboration with medical teams.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management strategies and recovery processes.
- Maintained precise medical records, documenting treatments, administered medications, and pertinent data.
- Coordinated discharge planning by instructing patients and families for optimal health continuity.
- Delivered wound care and assisted in medical procedures while adhering to safety protocols.
- Collected specimens for laboratory analysis; prepared specimens for transport to lab.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, glucose testing and hemoglobin and hematocrit levels.
- Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital policies and procedures effectively.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
COVID Site Lead
Rhino Medical
Uvalde
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Spearheaded COVID testing operations at Uvalde Border Patrol, ensuring timely achievement of project milestones.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and best practices for enhanced efficiency.
- Oversaw daily operations to guarantee strict compliance with safety protocols.
- Resolved employee issues promptly to maintain a harmonious work environment.
- Compiled daily reports detailing task progress and site activities for management review.
Donna Texas Boarder Soft Side
Rhino
Dallas
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with team to conduct COVID testing for immigrants.
- Executed day-to-day duties with precision and efficiency.
- Partnered with diverse coworkers to achieve objectives and resolve product-related issues.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
LVN/COVID Testing
DOC Health
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Executed COVID testing protocols to support patient health initiatives.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance comprehensive care for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge guidelines.
- Maintained clinical environments to uphold cleanliness and safety standards.
- Implemented infection control measures according to facility policies.
- Documented treatments, medications administered, and relevant patient information accurately.
LVN/ COVID Testing
Rhino Medical Services
Waco
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options related to COVID-19.
- Documented patient information accurately within electronic health records.
- Maintained clean and safe environments for patients and staff members.
- Implemented infection control measures in accordance with facility policies.
Lvn/adon
Family Health Center
Waco
11.2015 - 01.2020
- Administered medications according to physician orders with precision.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to medical staff without delay.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management and wellness strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to formulate individualized care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic systems, ensuring data integrity.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols and infection control measures consistently.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families during challenging times.
- Prepared examination rooms by stocking supplies and ensuring cleanliness.
Charge Nurse
Westview Manor Nursing Home
McGregor
10.2014 - 10.2015
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and coordinated care plans with healthcare team.
- Managed medication administration and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored new nurses on best practices in elder care.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families to enhance communication.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records in electronic health systems.
- Resolved staff conflicts to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments, treatments, and education.
- Responded effectively to emergencies, offering critical support during high-pressure situations.
Charge Nurse
TLC Western Hills
Temple
09.2013 - 10.2014
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, coordinating care plans with healthcare teams for optimal outcomes.
- Managed medication administration, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored new nurses in best practices for elder care.
- Fostered strong relationships with patients and families, enhancing communication.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records within electronic health systems.
- Resolved staff conflicts, maintaining a collaborative work environment.
- Delivered direct patient care through assessments, treatments, and education.
- Responded effectively to emergencies, providing critical support in high-pressure situations.
Charge Nurse
Clifton Care center
Clifton
10.2010 - 09.2013
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and coordinated care plans with healthcare team.
- Managed medication administration and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored new nurses on best practices in elder care.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families to enhance communication.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records in electronic health systems.
- Resolved staff conflicts to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments, treatments, and education.
- Responded effectively to emergencies, offering critical support during high-pressure situations.
Filed Nurse
Texas Home Health
Waco
05.2009 - 10.2010
- Delivered patient care in home settings, adhering to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment plans.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records accurately.
- Trained new nursing staff on procedures and best practices for home care.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans addressing diverse patient needs.
- Notified healthcare personnel of significant changes in patient conditions.
Field Nurse LVN
Goodall Witcher Home Health
Clifton
01.2008 - 05.2009
- Delivered patient care in home settings while adhering to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to medical staff promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment plans effectively.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records.
- Trained new nursing staff on home care procedures and best practices.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans that addressed diverse patient needs.
- Notified healthcare personnel regarding critical changes in patient conditions.
Float/Triage Nurse
Clinton Medical Clinic
Clifton
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Assessed patient conditions to determine urgency of care needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to formulate effective treatment plans.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques, medications, and disease management.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists for comprehensive evaluation and treatment.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting significant changes to physicians promptly.
- Implemented triage protocols to prioritize patient care efficiently.
- Maintained compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient data.
Education
LVN -
Hill College
Hillsboro, TX, US12.2006
Skills
- Tube feeding and medication administration
- Injection administration experience
- Computer proficiency
- Triage and pediatrics
- Epic systems knowledge
- Immunization expertise
- Nursing skills
- Management experience in healthcare
- Hospice and home health care
- Certified nursing assistant (CNA)
- Time management strategies
- Vital signs assessment
- Prior authorization for medications and tests
- Licensed vocational nurse (LVN)
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Care plan development
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Infection control
- Discharge planning
- Team collaboration
- Emergency response
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Training staff
- Nursing processes
- Diabetes management
- Direct patient care
- Emotional support
- Reporting and documentation
- Mental health support
- Patient and family communication
- Anatomy
- Intravenous therapy and blood withdrawal certification
- Compassionate care
- Geriatric care
- HIPAA compliance
- Care plans
- Patient education
- Documentation accuracy
- Catheter care
- Pediatric care
- Patient care
- Postoperative care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Aseptic techniques
- Treatment outcome monitoring
- Screening and triaging
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Clinical judgment
- Nutrition support
- Workflow coordination
- HIPAA guideline adherence
- Vital signs
- Indirect patient care
- Maintaining nutrition
- Immunization administration
- Inpatient care
- Patient safety protocols
- Behavioral assessment
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Caring for wounds
- Medical office administration
- Transcribing orders
- Tracking symptoms
- Medical records management
- EKG administration
- HIPAA protocols
- Patient intake
- Charting and recording
- Vocational support
- Outpatient care
- Counting narcotics
- Medication reconciliation
- Family communication
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Licensed practical nurse
- Documenting incidents
- Writing reports
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Medical records security
- Cultural competence
- Health education
- Personal hygiene support
Certification
- LVN
- CNA
Timeline
LVN Nurse
Goodall Witcher Hospital Authority
01.2023 - Current
COVID Site Lead
Rhino Medical
06.2021 - 07.2022
Donna Texas Boarder Soft Side
Rhino
04.2021 - 06.2021
LVN/COVID Testing
DOC Health
01.2021 - 06.2021
LVN/ COVID Testing
Rhino Medical Services
10.2020 - 04.2021
Lvn/adon
Family Health Center
11.2015 - 01.2020
Charge Nurse
Westview Manor Nursing Home
10.2014 - 10.2015
Charge Nurse
TLC Western Hills
09.2013 - 10.2014
Charge Nurse
Clifton Care center
10.2010 - 09.2013
Filed Nurse
Texas Home Health
05.2009 - 10.2010
Field Nurse LVN
Goodall Witcher Home Health
01.2008 - 05.2009
Float/Triage Nurse
Clinton Medical Clinic
01.2007 - 01.2008
LVN -
Hill College