Personable and empathetic individual with passion for patient care and well-being. Solid understanding of medical terminology and patient care procedures, along with proficiency in administering medication and wound care. Committed to delivering quality healthcare and enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate and efficient care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carilion Clinic Center for Healthy Aging
03.2025 - Current
Completes patient assessment to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint, current medications, etc.
Prepares patient for provider evaluation, listing medications, assisting during exams and diagnostic testing.
Maintains work area and exam area in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies and instruments.
Documents patient information in the electronic medical record.
Provides patient teaching as indicated and directed by the provider, including lab results, diet instructions, medication instructions, appropriate follow-up, and reinforcing provider instructions as needed.
Assists with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorizations for testing and ancillary services.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Friendship Health & Rehab Center North
12.2024 - Current
Improve patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Care for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assiste with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Collaborat with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Document accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Manage patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Performe routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Adapt quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Licensed Practical Nurse
IntelyCare
09.2024 - 12.2024
Streamlined medication administration processes by implementing time-saving techniques without compromising accuracy or safety standards.
Promoted a culture of safety by adhering to infection control protocols, reducing the risk of hospital-acquired infections.
Adeptly managed a caseload of patients while maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring smooth communication among team members.
Skillfully operated medical equipment and technology to monitor vital signs, deliver treatments, and support patient comfort.
Administered medications as prescribed, closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
Supported continuity of care by efficiently managing handoffs between shifts, ensuring seamless transitions for both staff members and patients alike.
Consistently received positive feedback from patients for empathetic bedside manner and attentive care provision.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carilion Clinic Internal Medicine
07.2023 - 09.2024
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.