Sammie Bodison
Dundee
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive expertise in patient care and medical procedures, consistently delivering high-quality care across diverse healthcare settings. Proven ability to manage a wide range of patient needs while ensuring satisfaction and positive outcomes. Strong communication and problem-solving skills enhance collaboration with healthcare teams, fostering an environment of trust and efficiency. A solid background in customer service complements nursing skills, reinforcing a patient-centered approach to care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Shirley's Compassionate Care
03.2023 - Current
- Home health
- Assist with adult daily living(bathing, dressing, feeding, etc...).
- Medication Administration
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Family First Homecare
11.2018 - 11.2022
- Pediatric home health care
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with care protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Good Shepherd Hospice
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Crisis care Hospice nurse
- End of life care
- Palliative care
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective pain management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting dignity and quality of life for hospice patients.
- Conducted routine assessments to monitor vital signs and detect changes in patient conditions.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Licensed Practical Nurse
ProMed Staffing Resources
03.2012 - 05.2017
- Varies CNA and LPN staffing assignments
- Provided compassionate personal care, enhancing patient comfort and emotional well-being.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Medical Assistant/Receptionist
Bond Clinic
11.2004 - 12.2011
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment coordination to optimize clinic workflow.
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations, ensuring efficient examination processes.
- Recorded and updated patient medical histories accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation for prior authorizations and patient assist programs.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in and check-out.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Keiser University
Lakeland, FL06.2025
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Ridge Career Center
Winter Haven, FL01.2013
Diploma - Medical Assistant
Florida Career Institute
Lakeland, FL11-2004
High School Diploma -
Winter Haven Senior High School
Winter Haven, FL06.1995
Skills
- Medication and vaccine administration
- Emergency medicine
- Medical terminology
- Specialty: Geriatrics, pediatric and hospice care
- Tube feeding
- Communication skills
- Monitoring and managing IVs
- Computer skills
- EMR systems
- Patient interaction (10 years)
- Wound care
- Catheter care
- Care plans
- Patients with cognitive disabilities
- Microsoft Office
- Time management
- Medical office, home health, hospice and school healthcare experience
- Patient and family education
- Tracheostomy care (5 years)
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
- Productivity software
- Patient monitoring (10 years) and observation
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical documentation and data entry
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- BLS Certified
- IV Certified
- Medical Assistant
Languages
English
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Shirley's Compassionate Care
03.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Family First Homecare
11.2018 - 11.2022
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Good Shepherd Hospice
02.2017 - 07.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
ProMed Staffing Resources
03.2012 - 05.2017
Medical Assistant/Receptionist
Bond Clinic
11.2004 - 12.2011
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Keiser University
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Ridge Career Center
Diploma - Medical Assistant
Florida Career Institute
High School Diploma -
Winter Haven Senior High School
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