Regina Frazer
Aldie,VA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with 16+ years of extensive experience in medical procedures, including sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families. Advance knowledge of Alzheimer's, Dementia, and Rehabilitative care.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
09.2025 - Current
- Delivered patient care in accordance with established protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care strategies.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Registered Nurse
Livinrite Home Health Services
02.2021 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care strategies.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Nursing Supervisor/ Unit Manager
Fairfax Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
01.2016 - 09.2021
- Supervised, advised, coached and mentored 100+ RNs, LPNs and CNAs on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing protocol to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
- Administered oral and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Initiated and monitored preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures to deliver exceptional care to every patient.
- Completed daily rounds of the nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment with acceptable nursing standards.
- Participated in patient and family planning processes, providing instructions and addressed questions and/or concerns.
- Provided patients with direct nursing care when the department was short-staffed.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Quality Health Services Home Health Agency
09.2012 - 12.2017
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
HCR ManorCare Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2006 - 08.2008
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating the healthcare team on patient status.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shady Grove Adventist
03.2003 - 01.2006
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse Degree -
Virginia School of Nursing and Medical Institution
10.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Wright College
Chicago, IL08.2001
High School Diploma -
Sherwood High School
Sandy Spring, MD05-2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona College of Nursing
Falls Church, VA08-2025
Skills
- Geriatric care expertise
- G-tube feeding expertise
- Sample collection
- Patient mobility support
- Measuring vital signs
- Children with Autism
- Respiratory care
- Health assessment
- Clinical patient monitoring
- Compassionate patient care
- Adherence to medical ethics
- Medication administration
- Conducting bladder scans
- Team leadership
- Catheter management
- Mental health support
- Clinical evaluation
- Monitoring oxygen levels
- Tracheostomy management
- Wound care expert
- Proficient in mechanical ventilation techniques
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Care plan development
- Infection control protocols
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Patient assessment
- Documentation accuracy
- Compassionate care delivery
- Risk assessment strategies
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Taking vitals
- Medication distribution
- Collecting vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Critical care
- Patient discharge
- EMR systems
- Intake and discharge
- Chart updating
- EMR / EHR
- Medical assessment
- ADL assistance
- Staff supervision
- Treatment Planning
- Data collection
- HIPAA education
- Acute care expertise
- Hospice and palliative care
- Long-term care
- Case management
- Geriatric nursing
- Medical records management
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Certified Dementia Practitioner
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Livinrite Home Health Services
02.2021 - Current
Nursing Supervisor/ Unit Manager
Fairfax Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
01.2016 - 09.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Quality Health Services Home Health Agency
09.2012 - 12.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
HCR ManorCare Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2006 - 08.2008
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shady Grove Adventist
03.2003 - 01.2006
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Wright College
Licensed Practical Nurse Degree -
Virginia School of Nursing and Medical Institution
High School Diploma -
Sherwood High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona College of Nursing