Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
PBT
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Rhynda Watson

LPN
Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Accomplished LPN with extensive experience at Marscare and Summit Healthcare Services, excelling in geriatric and pediatric care. Demonstrated expertise in nursing documentation and clinical judgment, significantly enhancing patient safety and wellbeing. Proven track record in improving healing rates and infection control, showcasing a results-driven approach with a compassionate touch.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN Field Nurse

Marscare
11.2012 - 05.2024
  • Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
  • Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult treatments, fostering resilience during recovery processes.
  • Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
  • Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.

LPN School Nurse

Marscare
11.2013 - 12.2014
  • Promoted a positive school culture by fostering open communication between students, parents, and staff regarding health-related matters.
  • Served as a knowledgeable resource for parents seeking guidance on their child''s immunization status or other pertinent health information.
  • Improved infection control measures within the school setting through regular hand hygiene education campaigns.
  • Enhanced the efficiency of school health services by streamlining documentation and record-keeping processes.
  • Provided compassionate nursing care to students with acute and chronic medical conditions, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.

LPN Field Nurse

Summit Healthcare Services
08.2012 - 10.2012

Conducted wellness clinics for various employers in the Philadelphia area.

Flu and seasonal vaccination clinics.

  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA

Nursing

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology
Media, PA
12.2011

Associate of Science - Nursing

Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
10.2008

Skills

  • Catheter Care
  • Nursing Documentation
  • Geriatric Nursing
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Home healthcare
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient Safety
  • Pediatric Care

Certification

Adult and Pediatric CPR Certified


Completed Course and Certified Phlebotomy Technician



PBT

Completed and obtained Phlebotomy Certification in 2005, training completed at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Philadelphia 

Timeline

LPN School Nurse

Marscare
11.2013 - 12.2014

LPN Field Nurse

Marscare
11.2012 - 05.2024

LPN Field Nurse

Summit Healthcare Services
08.2012 - 10.2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Drexel University

Nursing

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

Associate of Science - Nursing

Community College of Philadelphia
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