Shakina Smith
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Highly skilled Licensed Practical Nurse with a compassionate approach and extensive experience in diverse healthcare settings. Proven ability to provide exceptional nursing care while maintaining positive patient relations. Recognized for optimizing patient care through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare team members.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Maxim Healthcare
Cincinnati, OH
11.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient condition by taking vital signs and performing physical examinations.
- Monitored changes in patient conditions and reported any significant changes to the supervising physician or nurse practitioner.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques including wound care, medication administration, nutrition, hygiene and disease prevention measures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions used for patient recovery or stabilization.
- Provided nursing care to patients in private homes according to established standards and practices.
LPN
Mountain Crest Nursing
Cincinnati, OH
10.2021 - Current
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
Cincinnati, OH07-2021
Skills
- Pediatric nursing
- Tracheostomy Care
- Palliative Care
- Catheter Care
- Diabetes management
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Home Health Care
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Mental Health Support
- Geriatric Care
- Medication Administration
Certification
- CPR/BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN
Maxim Healthcare
11.2022 - Current
LPN
Mountain Crest Nursing
10.2021 - Current
LPN - Nursing
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College