Sharline Beckford-Mills
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Springwell Senior Living Community
Baltimore, MD
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Observed and carried out physician orders.
LPN
Good Samaritan Nursing Home
Baltimore, MD
10.2021 - Current
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
LPN
Westgate Hills Rehab
Baltimore, MD
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Radians College
Washington, DC10.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Courses
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MDSkills
- Patient Observation
- Caring for Wounds
- Intravenous Medications
- Documenting Incidents
- Vital Signs Recording
- Conditions Reporting
- Wound Dressing
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Patient Charting
- Team Building
- Medication Administration
- Assisting Physicians
- Specimen Collection
Timeline
LPN
Springwell Senior Living Community
03.2023 - Current
LPN
Good Samaritan Nursing Home
10.2021 - Current
LPN
Westgate Hills Rehab
02.2020 - 09.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Radians College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Courses
Baltimore City Community College
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