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Shaleta Thomas

Ringgold,Virginia

Summary

Dynamic LPN with extensive experience excelling in medication administration and patient monitoring. Proven ability to foster trust and communication, enhancing patient care in corrections,clinical research, family medicine, and behavioral health settings. Skilled in medical documentation and compliance, ensuring optimal health outcomes through collaborative care planning.


Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN/Corrections Nurse

Southern Health Partners. Inc
09.2024 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Assisted in wound care procedures, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and hygiene standards.
  • Completed Intake exams on inmates
  • Completed health evaluations on inmates according to correctional facility rules and regulations.

Clinical Research Coordinator

Spectrum Medical
06.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated patient recruitment and scheduling processes for diverse clinical trials.
  • Assisted in comprehensive data collection and management for various research studies.
  • Coordinated effective communication between study teams and regulatory agencies.
  • Ensured trial documentation adhered to stringent regulatory compliance standards.
  • Monitored participant progress, guaranteeing strict adherence to established protocols.
  • Conducted follow-up assessments to evaluate participant engagement throughout the study.

Behavioral Health LPN

Gaps Healthcare
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatments, coping strategies, and available resources.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication essential for effective treatment plans.
  • Administered psychotropic medications according to established protocols while closely monitoring side effects and efficacy.
  • Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

LPN Office Manager

Paths Inc
07.2012 - 04.2022
  • Oversaw daily operations ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
  • Managed electronic health record systems to ensure accuracy and confidentiality of patient information.
  • Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients to improve satisfaction and care delivery.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive patient information, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and safeguarding against potential data breaches.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse

Southside Community College
Keysville, VA
08-2009

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Behavioral Health
  • Corrections
  • Venipuncture
  • Family Medicine
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medication Knowledge

Timeline

LPN/Corrections Nurse

Southern Health Partners. Inc
09.2024 - Current

Clinical Research Coordinator

Spectrum Medical
06.2023 - Current

Behavioral Health LPN

Gaps Healthcare
07.2022 - 06.2023

LPN Office Manager

Paths Inc
07.2012 - 04.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse

Southside Community College