Reselita Bennett
Bethesda
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse leverages critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Maintains positive attitude in urgent, stressful situations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN
La Mesa Healthcare Center
San Diego , TX
2021.11 - 2023.10
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan treatment goals accordingly.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Actively participated in continuing education activities in order to stay abreast of latest developments in nursing practices, procedures, techniques .
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Served as an advocate for individualized patient care by coordinating resources within facility limits while promoting cost effective solutions whenever possible.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Ensured compliance with all state laws governing nursing practice standards.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients on a regular basis.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
LVN
Amaya Spring Health Care Center
San Diego , CA
2022.04 - 2023.04
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan treatment goals accordingly.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to [Number] patients per day.
- Actively participated in continuing education activities in order to stay abreast of latest developments in nursing practices, procedures, techniques .
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Served as an advocate for individualized patient care by coordinating resources within facility limits while promoting cost effective solutions whenever possible.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Ensured compliance with all state laws governing nursing practice standards.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Assisted in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients on a regular basis.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care.
- Worked with 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.
Education
LVN - Nursing
Standard Healthcare Services College of Nursing
Falls Church, VA2018-08
Skills
- Diabetes Management
- Elderly Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Compassionate Care
- Physical Assessment
- Wound Care
- Samples Collection
- Geriatric Care
- Staff Direction and Task Delegation
- Breathing Treatments
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Immunization Administration
- Caring for Wounds
- Vital Signs
- Documenting Incidents
- Counting Narcotics
- Medication Dispensing
- Tracking Symptoms
Timeline
LVN
Amaya Spring Health Care Center
2022.04 - 2023.04
LVN
La Mesa Healthcare Center
2021.11 - 2023.10
LVN - Nursing
Standard Healthcare Services College of Nursing
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