Salima Bakkal
Gainesville,VA
Summary
Hard-working licensed practical nurse graduate with a PN diploma (3.83 GPA) , license Number 0002102203 issued 03/17/2022. Compassionate LPN Charge Nurse with one year of experience at a Nursing home and Rehabilitation center , known for high productivity , efficient task completion and flexibility . Specialized skills in patient care management, wound dressing, and medication administration enhance ability to deliver exceptional care. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational abilities enable excellence in coordinating with healthcare teams and ensuring patient satisfaction. Experience with EMR and PCC for patient charting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Burke health and rehabilitation center
Burke, Virginia
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Developed strategies for improving quality of care standards within the unit or department.
- Conducted regular training sessions for new hires or existing staff members on proper clinical procedures or techniques.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Participated in creating a safe environment by following fire safety regulations.
- Promoted positive relationships between patients, families, visitors, physicians, nurses, volunteers.
- Educated patients about their diagnoses and treatments while providing emotional support.
- Delivered emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to promote compassionate environment.
- Educated patients on wound and disease self-management techniques.
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Private Home Health Nurse
Friend House
Chantilly, VA
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Student Nurse
The Virginian Retirement Community
Fairfax, VA
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- prepare written care plan for resident as per physician's order.
- Administered controlled narcotics, performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
Education
PN diploma -
Standard College of Nursing
Falls Church, VA11.2021
Biology Course -
Northern Virginia Community College
Falls Church, VA03.2019
Nutrition and wellness -
NorthernVirginia Community College
Falls Church, VA11.2018
Psychology Course
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA10.2018
Skills
- Have basic computer skills on Microsoft word and Microsoft excel
- Well trained on using Electronic Medical Record
- Telephone Etiquette
- Material Handling
- Answering Phones
- Taking Vital Signs
- Geriatric Care
- End of life care
- Community health
- Disease Prevention
- Emergency Care
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care Plan Development
- Mental health care
- Wound Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Observation
- Patient support
- Medical examination
- Specimen Collection
- Performance monitoring
- Activity Scheduling
- Patient Education
- Infection Control
- Patient Charting
- Emergency Response
- Excellent Communication
- Wound Dressing
- Update electronic charts
- Feeding Assistance
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Pain Management
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Palliative Care
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse , License Number 0002102203
- CPR certification in 2020 , Red Cross
Additional Information
- Bachelor degree in International Law , from Cadi Ayyad University in Marrakech , Morocco .
- Worked as lawyer and counsel at juvenile and domestic relations court in Morocco .
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Burke health and rehabilitation center
06.2022 - 06.2023
Private Home Health Nurse
Friend House
02.2022 - 04.2022
Student Nurse
The Virginian Retirement Community
09.2020 - 11.2021
PN diploma -
Standard College of Nursing
Biology Course -
Northern Virginia Community College
Nutrition and wellness -
NorthernVirginia Community College
Psychology Course
Northern Virginia Community College