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Prentice Lewis

U.S. Army Active Duty
Lakewood
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience

Dedicated and disciplined Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) graduate of the United States Army 68C program. Enthusiastic about bringing strong clinical skills and demanding real-life experience to a civilian or military medical facility. Proficient in patient assessment, medication administration, and electronic health records.

Work History

LPN

1 Year 1 Month
U.S. Army Active Duty | 05.2025 - 06.2026

· Provided direct and indirect nursing care to 100 patients and families in route/preoperative situations under the supervision of a registered nurse.

· Recorded patient medical history within the electronic medical record system Genesis.

· Sterilized, cleaned, and organized instruments and equipment.

· Instructed patients on medication regimen, diagnostic testing, and procedures according to the physician's medical plan.

· Provided healthcare services for 3 hospitals within a 50-mile radius.

· Surgery circulator for the ophthalmic procedures within the operating room (OR).

· Maintained a sterile field.

· Obtained lab specimens.

· Educated patients and their families are safe for their condition.

· Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate care plans, communicate patient needs, and support overall treatment goals.

· Assisted in cleaning, irrigating, and dressing burn wounds according to protocol. This included applying topical agents, changing dressings, and monitoring for signs of infection.

· Administered prescribed pain medications, monitored for side effects, and documented pain levels. They also assisted with positioning to reduce discomfort and prevent contractures

· Followed strict infection control procedures and assisted in escharotomy or fasciotomy procedures when ordered

· Assisted with feeding infants, which may include tube feeding or bottle feeding, depending on the infant's condition

· Autonomic dysreflexia prevention

· Bowel & Bladder Program Implementation

· Operated and maintained advanced neonatal equipment, including incubators, phototherapy units, and infusion pumps.

· Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments, observe changes in condition, and report significant findings to RNs or physicians for timely intervention.

Sheriff Deputy

9 Months
Thurston County Jail | 01.2024 - 10.2024
  • Conducted frequent and irregular inmate counts and checks
  • Escorted inmates individually or in groups to and from locations within the facility.
  • Apply appropriate restraints and escort inmates individually or in groups to and from locations outside the facility (i.e. To court, to other facilities, hospitals, dentists, etc.)
  • Responded to, and/or initiate emergency procedures when needed
  • Conducted sanitation and security checks of inmate housing areas and other general facility areas
  • Patrolled areas within the facility
  • Performed outside perimeter checks
  • Supervised inmates and inmate workers working in or around facility areas
  • Performed pat-down searches and unclothed searches as necessary
  • Conduct searches of inmate housing areas and general areas
  • Investigating disturbances or suspicious activities
  • Coordinate and/or direct the work of non-sworn personnel in the day-to-day operation of the facility
  • Maintain secure control and accountability of all in-use duty keys, security keys, and radio equipment
  • Ensure inmates follow all rules and regulations of the facility
  • Respond to the medical needs of inmates as required and authorized
  • Constructed misconduct reports for disciplinary issues
  • Communicate written and/or verbal information to supervisors, corrections staff and inmates
  • Process paperwork as needed for the operation of the Control Center

Ophthalmic Technician

7 Years 11 Months
U.S. Army Active Duty | 11.2015 - 10.2023
  • Calibrated diagnostic equipment and performed troubleshooting methodology
  • Recorded patient medical history within electronic medical record system Genesis
  • Provided patient services to an average of 20 patients daily
  • Instructed patients on medication regimen, diagnostic testing, and procedures according to physician medical plan
  • Provided ophthalmic care to pediatric patients
  • Surgery circulator for the ophthalmic procedures within operating room (OR)
  • Maintain sterile field
  • Proficient with Ocular Coherent Tomography (OCT), Heidelberg and Cirrus
  • Installed and updated diagnostic equipment hardware to be compatible with upgraded Windows system
  • Secured federal funding and contracts for mission-essential medical equipment totaling more than $500,000
  • Conducted maintenance of ophthalmic equipment specified in the manual
  • Performed equipment repair for ophthalmic diagnostic and laser equipment
  • Ensured proper distance for visual acuity projector, calculated using height and feet calculations
  • Performed computer troubleshooting and facilitated computer repairs
  • After work was complete, I inspected the equipment and ensured proper operation
  • Ordered medical and non-medical supplies for Ophthalmic Clinic
  • Frequently used Outlook for communication and Microsoft Excel to track training for over 40 staff members
  • Used the Defense Medical Logistics Standard Support system (DMLSS) an online interface containing contracted manufacturers for medical and non-medical supplies
  • Managed clinical equipment totaling more than $3.8 million
  • Maintained and managed competency files for over 40 staff members
  • Provided career and life goal-oriented counseling for soldiers
  • Provided training for proper hazmat disposal of pharmaceutical and biohazard waste
  • Utilized hand tools such as hammer, drill, socket, wrench, screwdriver, and multimeter
  • Carried weights more than 35 pounds consistently
  • Worked around electrical sources, understanding the importance of lockout/tagout and safety procedures
  • Provided surgical intervention and spectacles during annual humanitarian missions

Education

LPN

U.S. Army 68C Program | Fort Sam Houston, TX | 06-2026

Multistate License 06/2026

Corrections Officer

Washinton State Criminal Justice Commission | Burien, WA | 07-2024

No Degree - Nursing Science

Pierce College | Puyallup, WA

High School Diploma

Bowen High School | Chicago, IL | 07-2007

Skills

Conflict resolution
Safety compliance
Problem solving
Team collaboration
Patient Education
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Patient Assessment

Certification

Basic Lifesaver Support 07/2025-07/2026

Advanced Life Support 05/2026-05/2028

Hobbies

  • Maintenance and auto repair, 07/01/16, 118 Haman Ln W, Lakewood, WA, 98499
  • Perform maintenance such as engine oil changes, air filter replacement, and installation of brakes.
  • Replace consumable fluids, radiator coolant, brake, engine, and power steering fluid.
  • Analyze vehicle performance using computer diagnostic tools, implementing tune-ups if necessary.
  • Installed accessories, headlights, side and rear-view mirrors and wind shield wipers.
  • Utilized proper PPE (eye protection, gloves, hazmat motor oil disposal).
  • Inspected vehicles using checklist.
  • Replace hoses, belts, fuel, and exhaust systems.
  • Test drive vehicle to ensure adequate repair quality functionality.
  • Commonly utilize sockets, wrenches, screwdrivers, nail gun, air compressor, wrench, jacks/lifts, pliers, oil-filter wrench, ratchet, mallet, and break bar.
  • Roofing repair and mediation.
  • Utilize safety harness, roofing anchor, and ladder.
  • Electrical outlet replacement.

Custom

Secret clearance tier 3

Timeline

LPN

U.S. Army Active Duty
05.2025 - 06.2026Read More

Sheriff Deputy

Thurston County Jail
01.2024 - 10.2024Read More

Ophthalmic Technician

U.S. Army Active Duty
11.2015 - 10.2023Read More

U.S. Army 68C Program

LPN
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Washinton State Criminal Justice Commission

Corrections Officer
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Pierce College

No Degree from Nursing Science
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Bowen High School

High School Diploma
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Prentice Lewis