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Shalonda Black

Richmond,VA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapts at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

CBH/Pamunkey Regional Jail
Blue Bell, PA
01.2024 - Current
  • Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
  • Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Medication Administration to a mass population
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.

LPN

Global Health Care
Wilmington, NC
03.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
  • Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
  • Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.

LPN

Armor/ Sussex 2 State Prison/Fluvanna Correctional
Miami, FL
11.2010 - 01.2022
  • Medication Administration to a mass offender population.
  • Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on facility policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
  • Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
  • Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.

LPN

@ Work Health Care/ Bon Air Juvenile Detention
Richmond, VA
09.2009 - 11.2010
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
  • Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.

LPN

PHS/Powhatan Correctional Center
Richmond, VA
08.2007 - 09.2009
  • Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
  • Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
  • Conducted medication administration to a mass offender population.

FMHT/LPN

Central State Hospital
Dinwiddie, Virginia
01.2000 - 08.2024
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
  • Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
  • Encouraged positive behaviors through rewards systems when appropriate.
  • Maintained accurate records regarding treatments provided, medication administration and patient progress notes.
  • Assisted in transporting clients to appointments outside the facility when necessary.
  • Implemented therapeutic techniques such as art therapy, recreational therapy or music therapy.
  • Supervised visitors entering the facility according to established security protocols.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
  • Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
  • Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
  • Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
  • Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations.
  • Developed positive relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Instructed new employees on protocols to use when interacting with psychiatric patients.
  • Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
  • Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.

Education

LPN

RSHT
Richmond, VA
04-2006

Medical Assistant

Beta Tech
Richmond, VA
03-2001

Skills

  • Medical Documentation
  • Behavioral Health
  • Physical Assessment
  • Wound Care
  • Emergency Response
  • Samples collection
  • Staff Supervision
  • ADL Assistance
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Medication Administration
  • Breathing Treatments
  • Immunization Administration
  • Counting narcotics
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Staff direction and task delegation
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Psychotropic medication knowledge
  • Patient triaging
  • Mental Health Support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Geriatric Care
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Task Prioritization
  • Team Management
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Professionalism
  • Excellent Communication
  • Time Management

Timeline

LPN

CBH/Pamunkey Regional Jail
01.2024 - Current

LPN

Global Health Care
03.2023 - Current

LPN

Armor/ Sussex 2 State Prison/Fluvanna Correctional
11.2010 - 01.2022

LPN

@ Work Health Care/ Bon Air Juvenile Detention
09.2009 - 11.2010

LPN

PHS/Powhatan Correctional Center
08.2007 - 09.2009

FMHT/LPN

Central State Hospital
01.2000 - 08.2024

LPN

RSHT

Medical Assistant

Beta Tech

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