Rachel Larrieux
Pembroke Pines,FLf
Summary
I am Licensed Practical Nurse looking for room to spread my joy and compassion for the love of making people feel good.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Star One Staffing
Miami, FL
06.1999 - 03.2024
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
Education
Associate of Science - ASN
William T. McFatter Technical College
Fort Lauderdale, FL09-1995
High School Diploma -
Miami Norland Senior High School
Miami, FL06-1984
Skills
- Health Education
- Wound Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Samples collection
- Patient Intake
- Family Communication
- Vital signs
- Catheter Care
- Breathing Treatments
- Immunization Administration
- Palliative Care
- Care Planning
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Star One Staffing
06.1999 - 03.2024
Associate of Science - ASN
William T. McFatter Technical College
High School Diploma -
Miami Norland Senior High School