Dedicated and compassionate professional with experience in providing assistance in a variety of settings. Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with customers while remaining organized, detail-oriented, and professional.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tripler Army Medical Center
07.2021 - 05.2023
Assist doctors with seeing patients
Keep clinic rooms stocked
Follow up with patients after a procedure
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurse Connection
02.2019 - 06.2020
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds and provided treatments.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Wesley Community
01.2018 - 02.2019
Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
Improved patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hawaii State Psychiatric Hospital
02.2016 - 03.2017
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene
Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes
Worked with healthcare team, including social workers, physical therapists, and speech therapists, to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders
Administered patient care to long-term care/rehab patients by initiating preventative and rehabilitative interventions, assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADL), positioning, mobilization and personal hygiene support
Licensed Practical Nurse
Altres Medical Staffing Agency
06.2015 - 02.2016
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues
Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's
Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments
Provided necessary health education training for patients
Team Meber
Tractor Supply
01.2012 - 01.2014
Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
Sales Associate
Bealls
03.2011 - 01.2012
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Education
Nursing - Nursing
Texarkana College
Texarkana, Texas
08.2014
Skills
Culturally sensitive
Body mechanics knowledge
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Empathetic and compassionate
Documentation and notes
References
Melvin Chang, (808) 429-4851
Lesli Banister, (903) 823-3456
Activities
Active member of the Navy's Family Readiness Group
Work Order Clerk at Tripler Army Medical Center, Tripler Army Medical Center - EMBWork Order Clerk at Tripler Army Medical Center, Tripler Army Medical Center - EMB
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at US Army - Tripler Army Medical CenterRegistered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at US Army - Tripler Army Medical Center