SHAKIRA CLINTON
St. Anthony Hospital ST. Petersburg FL
St. Petersburg
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Language
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Certification
12
years of professional experience
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.Experienced with patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive patient relationships and efficient team collaboration. Track record of providing compassionate and attentive care, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year 1 Month- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication usage, and post-discharge care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline workflows.
- Implemented infection control procedures, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate effectiveness of care interventions and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LPN - Emergency Center
1 Year 7 Months- Assisted in patient assessments, contributing to comprehensive care plans for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance overall patient care and streamline healthcare delivery processes.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Implemented infection control procedures, ensuring compliance with hospital policies to maintain patient safety.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to nursing staff promptly.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Patient Care Tech
9 Years 2 Months- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Responded quickly to emergencies by utilizing appropriate assessment techniques, triage protocols and stabilization measures.
- Provided emergency life-saving measures as needed for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and shock victims.
Certified Nursing Assistant
1 Year 1 Month- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Education
Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
High School Diploma
Skills
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA compliance
Wound care
Compassionate care
Physical assessment
Clinical documentation
Geriatric care
Vital signs
Clinical judgment
Patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation accuracy
Medication dispensing
Diabetes management
Family communication
Infection control
Catheter care
Breathing treatments
Documenting intake
Health education
ADL assistance
Caregiving skills
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- BLS/CPR Certified - American Heart Association
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
Languages
English
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Avaita at Countryside
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
LPN - Emergency Center
St. Anthony Hospital ST. Petersburg FL
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Patient Care Tech
St. Anthony's Hospital
11.2015 - 01.2025Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Menorah Life
11.2014 - 12.2015Read More
Boca Ciega High School
High School Diploma
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Herzing University
Nursing Diploma from Practical Nursing
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