LPN
University Hospitals of Cleveland
09.2020 - Current
Shaundra S. Titus
LPN
Wickliffe,OH
Timeline
Clinical Partner, Services Assistant
University Hospitals, Au Bon Pain
02.2013 - Current
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Theocratic Ministry School
Licensed Practical Nursing Program - undefined
Cuyahoga Community College
High school Education - undefined
Promise Academy High School
Summary
Seeking to obtain a position, as a Licensed Practical Nurse within a facility, which will benefit from my team building skills and dedication.
Work History
LPN
University Hospitals of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
09.2020 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to diverse patient populations with varied medical conditions.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis, neurological conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.
- Came up with treatment plans and communicated with patients about options, medications and self-management.
- Met with and patients to discuss and distribute information on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Clinical Partner, Services Assistant
University Hospitals, Au Bon Pain
Cleveland, Oh
02.2013 - Current
- Provides direct patient care and clerical support to the unit under the direction of the RN.
- Assists patients with ADLs including ambulating, transferring, bathing, feeding, grooming, turning and positioning, and oral care.
- Assists with data collection and reporting.
- Maintains the patient record in written and or electronic format, facilitates communication and efficient unit operations.
- As a Nutrition, : Performs daily food service related duties necessary to meet customer and patient feeding deadlines.
- Maintained a neat, clean and sanitary work area appropriate for food and service ware handling.
- Used Department equipment in a safe, efficient and confident manner.
- From February 2013- January 2015, then promoted to my current position.
Education
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Theocratic Ministry School
Current
Licensed Practical Nursing Program - undefined
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OHAugust 2019
High school Education - undefined
Promise Academy High School
May 2008
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2008
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Knowledge
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Patient Medical Histories
- Case Management
- Clinical Applications
- Assisting with Physical Exams
- Customer Service
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Clinical Documentation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Conflict Resolution Ability
- Specimen Collection
- Aseptic Techniques
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Patient Management
- Medical Procedures Understanding
- Medical Terminology
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Patient Oral Care
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Patient Intakes
- Ambulating and Repositioning Patients
- Direct Supervision
- Quality Auditing
- Customer Relationship Management
- Ambulating Patients
- Monitoring Patient Progress
- EKG Set Up and Monitoring
- Chronic Disease Management
- Diabetes Management
- Patient and Family Education
- Patient Rights Advocacy
- Policy and Procedure Compliance
- Electronic Health Records Management
- HIPAA Protocol Adherence
- Healthcare Ethics
- Medication Administration
- Microsoft Office
- Charting Medication Administration
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Patient Assessments
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Student Training
- Direct Nursing Care
- Treatment Recommendations
- Workflow and Patient Management
- Wound Management
- Pediatric Nursing
- Intramuscular Injections
- Delegation and Motivation
- Compassionate and Caring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Patient Care Oversight
- Medical and Nursing Coordination
- Blood Pressure Measurement
- Manage Cases
- Monitoring Vital Signs
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Flexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsPaid time offWork from home optionWork-life balanceCareer advancementAccomplishments
- Recognized for outstanding dedication to patient care.
- Recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Human Resources - Assisted in new hire process by calling and scheduling appointments with candidates, filling out required paperwork and preparing new hire manuals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work Availability
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