SHAWANDA YOUNG
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing professional with experience in providing care in a variety of healthcare settings. Experienced in medication administration, health education, and wound care. Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with patients and families to promote comfort and safety while remaining organized, detail-oriented, and professional.
Skilled nursing professional with strong background in patient care and team leadership. Proven ability to manage healthcare teams and ensure high standards of care. Adept at coordinating with medical staff, adapting to changing needs, and prioritizing patient outcomes. Known for strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Focus Care Huntsville
12.2024 - Current
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
LPN
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
LVN CHARGE NURSE
Ashton Medical Lodge
9 2024 - 01.2025
- Maintained accurate documentation of assessment findings, treatments rendered, medication administration records
- Provided direct patient care in a variety of settings, including acute care, longterm care, home health, and hospice
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques such as wound dressing changes or nutrition management
- Identified potential risks or complications associated with treatments or procedures
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
LVN MED-SURG UNIT
Midland Health
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Displayed excellent clinical judgment when addressing emergent situations and communicating with physicians regarding treatment plans
- Administered intravenous medications safely according to established protocols
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and pathophysiology through continuing education courses
- Implemented infection control protocols consistently throughout shift assignments
- Administered prescribed medications according to treatment plan
- Observed patients, charted, and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication and treatment and taking any necessary action
- Provided direct patient care to diverse patient populations
- Charted patient data in EMR system and informed care team of significant changes
- Collected samples, such as blood, urine, and sputum from patients and performed routine laboratory tests on samples
- Inserted IV lines and catheters with focus on best practices and compassionate care
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
NURSE INTERN MED-SURG
Midland Health
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families, colleagues, or other healthcare personnel
- Strong organizational skills enabling efficient management of multiple tasks simultaneously
- Proficient in administering medications and treatments, as well as documenting changes in patient conditions
- Ability to remain calm under pressure while dealing with challenging situations
- Highly proficient in using electronic medical records systems to document patient information accurately and efficiently
ER TECHNICIAN
Midland Health
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Pulled and organized file charts, placing appointment reminder calls to patients
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
South Florida Baptist Hospital
03.2013 - 08.2019
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring
Education
Diploma - License Practical Nurse
Odessa College
Odessa, TX07-2024
GED -
Lakeland Adult School
Skills
- Intravenous therapy administration
- Healthcare documentation practices
- Clinical decision-making
- Vital signs monitoring
- Ethical practice
- Care plan formulation
- Certified in CPR
- Wound management
- Medication delivery
- CPR/AED
- Mental health assistance
- Professionalism
- End-of-life care
- Supervision of nursing personnel
Community Service
VOLUNTEER, Meals on Wheels, Midland, Texas, 04/01/24, 06/01/24, Grew ability to work independently while completing assigned tasks without direct supervision., Developed strong communication skills while providing customer service to visitors at volunteer center., Organized and assisted with events, activities and programs to drive outreach initiatives.
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Focus Care Huntsville
12.2024 - Current
LPN
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
10.2024 - 01.2025
LVN MED-SURG UNIT
Midland Health
08.2024 - 12.2024
NURSE INTERN MED-SURG
Midland Health
08.2023 - 07.2024
ER TECHNICIAN
Midland Health
10.2019 - 05.2020
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
South Florida Baptist Hospital
03.2013 - 08.2019
LVN CHARGE NURSE
Ashton Medical Lodge
9 2024 - 01.2025
Diploma - License Practical Nurse
Odessa College
GED -
Lakeland Adult School
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