Raegan Atkins
Gonzales,TX
Summary
New Grad Registered Nurse who is dedicated to broadening her knowledge withing the Nursing field. Excelled in multiple specialties as an LVN, including Labor and Delivery and Emergency Room, and Charge Nurse. Consistently ensures high standards of patient care and team collaboration.
Organized and reliable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Shady Oaks Nursing and Rehab
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed wound care, performed interventions and took detailed notes in patient charts.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Adhered to infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Gonzales Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted Registered Nurses in other specialties such as Labor and Delivery, ICU, Emergency Room, and Med-surg.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nixon-Smiley Elementary
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
WellBridge Healthcare
06.2018 - 11.2019
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating volatile situations while prioritizing patient safety at all times.
- Contributed to a positive therapeutic environment through effective communication, active listening, and respectful interactions with patients and staff members.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Waitress
HEB
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Galen College of Nursing
Round Rock, TX12-2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Victoria College
Gonzales, TX01-2021
High School Diploma -
Nixon-Smiley Highschool
Nixon, TX05-2018
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Victoria College
Gonzales, TX05-2018
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Team collaboration
- IV Certified since 2021
- Patient assessments
- HIPAA compliance
- Infection control protocols
- Documentation accuracy
- Delegation
- Worked in multiple specialties as LVN such as Psych, Labor & Delivery, Med-Surg, ICU, and Emergency room
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Shady Oaks Nursing and Rehab
06.2023 - 11.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Gonzales Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nixon-Smiley Elementary
09.2019 - 02.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
WellBridge Healthcare
06.2018 - 11.2019
Waitress
HEB
10.2017 - 05.2018
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Galen College of Nursing
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Victoria College
High School Diploma -
Nixon-Smiley Highschool
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Victoria College
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