Patricia Rhodes-Frierson
Fort Worth,Texas
Summary
Advanced Vocational Nurse and Medical Instructor with extensive experience in patient care, including COVID and mechanically ventilated patients. Skilled in wound care, IV therapy, and phlebotomy, with a strong background in teaching CNA courses. Proficient in healthcare software such as Kinnser and PointClickCare, ensuring efficient patient management. Demonstrated ability to advocate for patients while maintaining high productivity and effective communication during evening shifts.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Evening Charge Nurse
Immanuel Healthcare
Fort Worth, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Deliver direct patient care through comprehensive assessments and effective treatments for diverse patients.
- Implement safety protocols for medication administration and treatment procedures.
- Monitor patient conditions, documenting behaviors and updating physicians with critical observations.
- Facilitate comfort for patients and families during challenging situations to enhance recovery.
- Administer oral, IV, and intramuscular medications while monitoring for adverse reactions.
- Assist patients with various chronic diagnoses, ensuring tailored care plans were followed.
- Complete all documentation accurately in compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Maintain ongoing communication with supervising physicians regarding patient status and concerns.
Local Agency Nurse
Elite Nursing Staff
Irving, Texas
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted ongoing assessments of the patient's physical condition during treatment sessions.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergent situations requiring immediate attention.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
LVN Floor Nurse
Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital
Dallas , Texas
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Monitored patient health conditions and reported changes to assigned physician.
- Collaborated with physicians to create customized treatment plans based on detailed patient assessments.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies for effective chronic condition management.
- Engaged in professional development to remain current on nursing best practices and licensure standards.
Travel Nurse
SNAP NURSE
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Educated family members on Covid Virus, and symptoms.
- Screening and Administration of Covid Vaccine.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Local Agency Nurse
American Nursing Local Agency staff
02.2017 - 08.2023
- Providing versatile quality nursing care in accordance with agency policies and procedures at different locations, in different settings, gaining an ample amount of experience in different medical settings, from hospitals, LTACH, Pediatric,Hospice, Geriatric, private duty, specialty clinics, COVID units, and surgery clinics
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements
- Delivered high-quality and compassionate care to long term patients
- Responsible for wound care, managing glucose levels, administering injections and IV Therapy
- Provided patient teaching to diabetic, and CVA patients
- Provided patient teaching on disease process, coping skills, and community resources
- Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of patients.
LVN Travel Nurse
Windsor Gardens Rehab
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Performed comprehensive wellness checks and screenings for patients of all ages
- Administered medications to patients and monitored physical responses
- Maintained safe, caring environments for patients and families
- Prepared and administered medication in line with treatment goals and dispensing policies.
Travel COVID-19 Vaccinator
SNAP NURSE
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Administered professional COVID-19 vaccines, and boosters, with COVID-19 teaching for adult, and pediatric patients, including routine and complex needs.
LVN Floor Nurse
STAR NURSING-WINDSOR Gardens Rehabilitation Center
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Specialized care in Sub Acute Unit, with vent and trach patients only
- Treated patients with acute conditions such as heart attacks, shock, respiratory distress, and accidental injuries
- Administered medical treatment or medication as directed by physicians
- Provided comfort measures, pain management, and palliative care for end-stage disease processes.
LVN Charge Nurse
SNAP NURSE-SouthBay Post Acute Care Center
04.2021 - 05.2021
- Observed and assessed resident conditions, reporting changes to on-call doctor
- Prepared new admissions, transfers, and discharges
- Utilized nursing process in provision of care, including medication administration and treatments.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
SNAP NURSE-Orange County Global Medical Center
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Administered medical treatment or medication as directed by physicians
- Protected patient charts and records to maintain security and confidentiality in accordance with all HIPAA protocols
- Coordinated patient care plans effectively by collaborating with RN case manager and physician
- Monitored post-operative patients, obtaining vital signs and dispensing post-surgical medications ordered by physicians.
Home Health Nurse
ALLY HOME HEALTH
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Commute on a daily basis, doing in home visits for post hospital/surgical, COVID and s/p COVID patients, or rehab patients for patient teaching, medical and medication management, wound care, including Wound Vac., IV therapy, and phlebotomy
- Disease process teaching
- Private duty visits for IV Infusion, and for Trach, ventilation, and special needs pediatrics patients
- Compassionate or respite care for Hospice patients
- Educated patients and caregivers on medications, diet, and exercise plan to maintain patient care Identified patient needs, planned, implemented, evaluated and provided nursingcare of assigned patients utilizing the nursing process to facilitate the patient's progression toward optimal health
- Including COVID, Trach, and Vent patients.
Med Surg Nurse
Lifecare Hospital
03.2017 - 09.2019
- Identified patient needs, planned, implemented, evaluated and provided nursing care of assigned patients utilizing the nursing process to facilitate the patient's progression toward optimal health
- With COVID, Trach, and Vent patients
- I was active in departmental activities, transdisciplinary team activities, and LifeCare activities to ensure individualized, patient-centered health care for all patient populations admitted to LifeCare Hospital
- Collected data on admission and for on-going re- assessment of patients with complex health problems
- Recognizes changes from baseline and reports changes in status
- Planned/organized work for my assigned shift to properly utilize time, resources, manpower and supplies to ensure that patients received appropriate quality care
- Completed and documented all patient care provided within my scope of practice in a competent and proficient manner
- Responded appropriately and assisted others in emergency situations in a calm and effective manner
- Participated in patient education and preparation for discharge
- Adheres to all LifeCare policies, procedures, all safety plans and all standards imposed by regulatory organizations.
Field Nurse
Rosa's Home Health
05.2005 - 01.2019
- In home visits for post hospital/surgical, or rehab patients for patient teaching, medical management, wound care, IV therapy, phlebotomy and disease process teaching
- One on one setting for Trach, ventilation, and special needs pediatrics
- Compassionate, or respite care for Hospice patients.
Charge Nurse
Silverado Senior Living
09.2016 - 01.2018
- Directly supervising responsibilities of CNA's and caregivers, the care provided to residents at Silverado assisted living Alzheimer's and Dementia community
- Coaching, motivation, promoting collaboration and teamwork
- Promoting company culture, performing compassionate care, wound care, and delegating effectively
- Responsible for care of Residents of a Private Retirement, inside of an Assisted Living community
- Responsible for primary care, case management and medication management
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care, for residents returning to their homes inside the community.
Instructor
Vista College
09.2016 - 01.2018
- Instructing medical care and healthcare related classes, such as CNA and phlebotomy classes
- Preparing and providing lesson plans, teaching class, and assessing the performance of the students
- Evaluating and observing students perform tasks related to the curriculum, to ensure they know how to perform the procedure
- Developing Curriculums, grading examinations, answering student inquiries, training students in CPR, and preparing lessons.
Local Agency Nurse
NURSECORE
09.2005 - 01.2018
- Utilizing strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
- Provided quality nursing care in accordance with agency care policies and procedures at different locations, in different settings, gaining an ample amount of experience in different medical settings, from hospitals, LTACH, Hospice, Geriatric, private duty, specialty clinics, and surgery clinics
- Field Nurse.
Charge Nurse LVN
Lakewood Christian Care Center
08.2012 - 07.2013
- Provided patient teaching on disease process, coping skills, and community resources
- Preparing and instructing nursing staff with hands on emphasis and verbal queuing of how to correctly, according to state requirements, provide high-quality compassionate care and maintain the safety, respect and dignity of long term patients
- Responsible for wound care, managing glucose levels, administering injections and IV Therapy.
Charge Nurse LVN
Fort Worth Manor
06.2009 - 06.2010
- Responsible for wound care, managing glucose levels, and administering injections
- Assigned floor assignments, based on evaluation of staffing requirements
- Provided high-quality and compassionate care to long term patients
- Provided patient teaching to diabetic, CVA patients
- Provided patient teaching on disease process, coping skills, and community resources.
LVN-Charge Nurse
Marine Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation
07.2007 - 06.2008
- Provided high-quality and compassionate care to long term patients
- Provided patient teaching to diabetic, CVA patients
- Provided patient teaching on disease process, coping skills, and community resources.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Essential School Of Nursing
Miami, Florida12-2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
JPS Institute For Health And Career Development/JOHN PETER SMITH HOSPITAL
Fort Worth, TX01-2003
Skills
- COVID patient care
- Mechanical ventilation
- Tracheostomy management
- Hospice and palliative care
- IV therapy and phlebotomy
- Wound care techniques
- Geriatric management
- Phlebotomy/CNA instructor
Timeline
Evening Charge Nurse
Immanuel Healthcare
01.2025 - Current
Local Agency Nurse
Elite Nursing Staff
09.2024 - 01.2025
LVN Floor Nurse
Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2023 - 09.2024
Travel Nurse
SNAP NURSE
10.2022 - 08.2023
LVN Travel Nurse
Windsor Gardens Rehab
02.2022 - 08.2022
Travel COVID-19 Vaccinator
SNAP NURSE
09.2021 - 01.2022
LVN Floor Nurse
STAR NURSING-WINDSOR Gardens Rehabilitation Center
06.2021 - 08.2021
LVN Charge Nurse
SNAP NURSE-SouthBay Post Acute Care Center
04.2021 - 05.2021
Licensed Vocational Nurse
SNAP NURSE-Orange County Global Medical Center
01.2021 - 03.2021
Home Health Nurse
ALLY HOME HEALTH
09.2019 - 01.2021
Med Surg Nurse
Lifecare Hospital
03.2017 - 09.2019
Local Agency Nurse
American Nursing Local Agency staff
02.2017 - 08.2023
Charge Nurse
Silverado Senior Living
09.2016 - 01.2018
Instructor
Vista College
09.2016 - 01.2018
Charge Nurse LVN
Lakewood Christian Care Center
08.2012 - 07.2013
Charge Nurse LVN
Fort Worth Manor
06.2009 - 06.2010
LVN-Charge Nurse
Marine Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation
07.2007 - 06.2008
Local Agency Nurse
NURSECORE
09.2005 - 01.2018
Field Nurse
Rosa's Home Health
05.2005 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Essential School Of Nursing
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
JPS Institute For Health And Career Development/JOHN PETER SMITH HOSPITAL
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