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Silke Schwalbe

Gatesville,TX

Summary

Attentive and focused healthcare professional offering [Number] hours of hands-on experience in hospital environments. Successful in quickly building rapport with patients and families. Highly proficient in patient care, assessments, medication administration and health education. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level LVN position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Student

Hendricks Medical Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
  • Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
  • Monitored patient health status to detect changes and unusual patterns and report to medical staff.
  • Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
  • Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
  • Participated in skills lab simulations to further develop nursing skills.
  • Maintained personal growth and development through ongoing process of formal and informal education.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Participated in nursing care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss ways of improving quality of care for patients.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.

Certified Medication Aide

Hillview Manor Nursing And Rehab
09.2021 - 08.2023
  • Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
  • Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
  • Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
  • Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
  • Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
  • Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
  • Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
  • Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
  • Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
  • Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
  • Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.
  • Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.

Certified Medication Aide

UTMB Galveston Medical Branch, Prison
09.2018 - 08.2021
  • Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
  • Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
  • Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
  • Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
  • Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
  • Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
  • Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.

Education

Vocational Certificate - Nursing

Ranger College, Early, TX
08.2023

Medication Aide Certificate - Nursing

McClennan Community College, Waco, TX
06.2010

Activity Director - Nursing

McClennan Community College, Waco, TX
2009

Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing

CB Nurse Aide , Killeen, TX
08.2001

Skills

  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • ADLs Assistance
  • Company Guidelines
  • Patient Feeding
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Monitoring Vitals
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • IV Removal
  • Basic Nursing Care
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Patient Assessments
  • Quality of Care Standards
  • Isolation Precautions
  • Medication Administration
  • Task Prioritization
  • Accurate Dosages
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Compassionate and Caring

Languages

German
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Nursing Student - Hendricks Medical Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Certified Medication Aide - Hillview Manor Nursing And Rehab
09.2021 - 08.2023
Certified Medication Aide - UTMB Galveston Medical Branch, Prison
09.2018 - 08.2021
Ranger College - Vocational Certificate, Nursing
McClennan Community College - Medication Aide Certificate, Nursing
McClennan Community College - Activity Director, Nursing
CB Nurse Aide - Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing
Silke Schwalbe