Randie Boyd

I am a compassionate and knowledgeable LPN nurse with 20 years of experience with geriatrics and general population. I currently work on the Med/Surg unit at the VAMC in Huntington WV. I have been employed there for the past 4 years. I have previously worked with geriatrics in a nursing home/rehab setting for 16 years prior to coming to the VA. Some examples of the skills I have used are:

• Utilized nursing expertise to address and solve patient care challenges effectively.
• Resolved patient care issues by applying clinical knowledge and problem-solving skills.
• Applied clinical skills and knowledge to identify and resolve patient care problems.
• Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
• Conducted regular health assessments to identify changes in patient conditions.
• Documented patient records accurately using electronic health systems.
• Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, oxygen saturation levels.
• Assessed and evaluated patient needs, developed and implemented nursing care plans, and monitored progress.
• Provided direct patient care including wound management, medication administration, IV therapy, assessments, and treatments.

• Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization in resident rooms and common areas.
• Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
• Supported residents during mealtimes and ensured proper nutrition intake.
• Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
• Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
• Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
• Used mobility devices to transport patients.
• Maintained medication inventory and ensured proper storage conditions.
• Assisted in training new staff on medication administration procedures.
• Documented medication administration and residents' responses in electronic records.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to discuss residents' care needs and updates.