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Sherika Banks

Elberton,GA

Summary

Experienced LPN with a strong background in providing quality patient care. Skilled in administering medications and monitoring patient progress. Dedicated to delivering compassionate care while adhering to safety protocols.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Davita Dialysis
09.2017 - Current
  • Administer and document comprehensive assessment of each resident
  • Administer medication and perform treatment to assigned patient within wound care environment
  • Participate in orientation and in service training for personnel
  • Receive, transcribe and execute physician orders
  • Collect vital signs
  • Perform blood draws and sent sample to reference lab for processing
  • Provide health education
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications

Licensed Practical Nurse

Athens Neighborhood Health Center
08.2015 - 05.2017
  • Triage patients of varying ages at a Federal Qualified Health Center
  • Assess and record patient vital signs
  • Assist with basic bedside medical procedures
  • Demonstrate knowledge of policies and procedures associated with patient care (HIPPA)
  • Update patient charts including chief complaint, history, medications, etc
  • Administer immunizations
  • Perform immunization inventory for the office
  • Proficient in performing Electrocardiograms, RetinaVue diabetic eye exams, Spirometry, nebulizer treatments, and Holter Monitor set up.

Licensed Practice Nurse

Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation
05.2014 - 08.2015
  • Assist patients with tasks they are unable to do themselves (Activities of Daily Living)
  • Record patient vital signs
  • Assist with basic bedside medical procedures
  • Demonstrate knowledge of policies and procedures associated with patient care (HIPPA)
  • Handled various secretarial duties related to the healthcare process
  • Demonstrated communication skills both orally and in writing to meet patient care objectives.

Certified Nurse Assistant

Children's Hospital of Georgia
01.2013 - 10.2014
  • Maintained patients records and files per the facilities standard operating procedures
  • Responded to inquires related to information on patient care
  • Documented information in the database system regarding daily activities and vital signs
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care such as tracheostomy care and Foley care.

Education

Certificate in Nursing -

Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GA
02.2012

ADN - Nursing

ECPI University
Greenville SC
11.2023

Skills

  • Health Education
  • Pulse Oximetry Tracking
  • Physical Assessment
  • Emergency Response
  • Wound Care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Family Communication
  • Patient Triaging

Achievements Training

  • Lead licensed practical nurse at current position-responsible for inventory and Point of Care Testing.
  • Currently pursuing Bachelor's of Science in Nursing
  • CPR, First Aid and AED training and certification

Career Aim

I am seeking a career opportunity in healthcare which allows me to use my skills and expertise in patient care and expand my knowledge base of the healthcare profession and all that it encompasses. I have experience in patient care in various settings including hospitals and nursing homes with high acuity patients as well as in office/primary care settings

Personal Information

Title: LPN

References

REFERENCES AVALABLE UPON REQUEST

Certification

CPR, FIRST AID AND AED TRAINING

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Davita Dialysis
09.2017 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Athens Neighborhood Health Center
08.2015 - 05.2017

Licensed Practice Nurse

Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation
05.2014 - 08.2015

Certified Nurse Assistant

Children's Hospital of Georgia
01.2013 - 10.2014

Certificate in Nursing -

Augusta Technical College

ADN - Nursing

ECPI University

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