Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
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Sloan Adkins

Sloan Adkins

LPN
Hettinger,ND

Summary

Currently, nigh shift, LPN Charge Nurse at Long Term Care facility. Worked four months on Med Surg unit prior. Looking for a company that is dedicated to compassionate care, priority of client care and creating healthier communities. I am also looking for a company who values their doctors, nurses, CNAs, and focus on delivering high-quality care to underserved populations, with teamwork to incorporate a positive outcome. I enjoy treating individuals with respect, dignity, and empathy, actively involving them in their care, and recognizing their unique needs, preferences, and values. I have four years working in LTC facilities. Exceptional patient care to diverse client populations. Ability to assist with ADLs, monitoring of vital signs, and maintaining a safe and comfortable environment. Dedicated to enhancing client well-being and promoting positive outcomes. Exceptional in treating clients like family members to foster strong, loyal relationships, but with balance with professional boundaries and expectations Competent Phlebotomy Technician with 27 years’ experience working in high-volume, fast-paced hospital settings. Highly knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures and using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and Eclipse needles. Committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, handling, labeling and processing samples and specimens. Diligent Phlebotomist with strong background in blood and plasma from healthy adult donors. Skilled in educating donors and the public on therapeutic products derived from plasma, screening process and laboratory policies. Veteran Phlebotomist with a proven track record of excellence working in clinic and mobile settings. Expert in all aspects of venipuncture with success in working with difficult or needle adverse individuals. Spanish/English speaking professional with over 9 years’ experience as an effective advocate for patients.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
3
3

CNA

27
27

Phlebotomy Technician

Work History

LPN

Western Horizons Living Center
01.2026 - Current
  • Recording vital signs and maintaining accurate patient records/EHRs.
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.

LPN

West River Health Services
09.2025 - 01.2026
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing wait times and increasing patient compliance.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.

CNA

Western Horizons Living Center
06.2023 - 07.2025
  • Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
  • Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and documentation for improved patient outcomes.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, enhancing patient monitoring efficiency.
  • Trained new CNAs on best practices in patient care and safety protocols for enhanced team performance.

Phlebotomy Technician

Sonora Quest Laboratories
01.2018 - 05.2023
  • Communicated with patients to obtain information for lab records and facilitate cooperation.
  • Organized daily tasks according to collection priorities. Followed infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal protocols to ensure safety.
  • Managed visitor check-in by greeting individuals and determining the purpose of their visit.
  • Used customer survey data to identify areas for improvement.
  • Collected and prepared blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens for testing.
  • Trained new staff on phlebotomy procedures, enhancing team performance and service quality.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies, coordinating with management for timely replenishment orders.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.

Phlebotomist Technician

Laboratory corporation of America
01.2010 - 01.2017
  • Collected blood samples using various equipment including vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly and straight needles.
  • Accurately labelled specimens with patient information and collection details.
  • Prioritized daily tasks for efficient workflow.
  • Interacted with patients to gather records, ease anxiety, and ensure cooperation.
  • Verified orders, reporting discrepancies to nursing or medical staff.
  • Collaborated with departments and customers to maintain smooth operations and resolve issues.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lake Region State College
Devils Lake, ND
07.2024 - 07.2025

No Degree - Nursing

Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ
03.2008 - 01.2012

Certified Phlebotomy Technician - undefined

NLS
Online

CNA - Nursing

Bowman Hospital
Bowman, ND
06.2023 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Vinson High School
Huntington, WV
05.1989 - 05.1992

Skills

  • Demonstrates adherence to client autonomy and values, effective communication, and allocates time and resources as required
  • Experienced in clinical, interpersonal, and time management tasks, with critical thinking capabilities
  • Competent in injections and certified in BLS and CPR
  • Skills include venipuncture, data recording, patient confidentiality, attention to detail, organization, inventory management, specimen labeling, infection control, blood specimen storage, sample and specimen collection, proficiency with Medisoft and spreadsheets, staff coaching and training, and certification in COVID sanitation and collection
  • Basic life support
  • Clinical documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care
  • Patient-focused care

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Certified LPN, NDSU, 2024-2025

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

LPN

Western Horizons Living Center
01.2026 - Current

LPN

West River Health Services
09.2025 - 01.2026

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lake Region State College
07.2024 - 07.2025

CNA - Nursing

Bowman Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023

CNA

Western Horizons Living Center
06.2023 - 07.2025

Phlebotomy Technician

Sonora Quest Laboratories
01.2018 - 05.2023

Phlebotomist Technician

Laboratory corporation of America
01.2010 - 01.2017

No Degree - Nursing

Pima Community College
03.2008 - 01.2012

High School Diploma -

Vinson High School
05.1989 - 05.1992

Certified Phlebotomy Technician - undefined

NLS