Sydia Powell
Lauderhill,FL
Summary
Highly dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with a strong focus on delivering exceptional patient care and possessing excellent communication abilities. Skilled in effectively collaborating with healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Enthusiastic about contributing to a dynamic healthcare environment, utilizing expertise and passion for providing top-notch care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Drug Abuse Foundation
Delray Beach
01.2024 - Current
- Administer medications and treatments, ensuring compliance with medical protocols and patient safety
- Monitor patient vitals and document changes, contributing to improved patient outcomes
- Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans, enhancing recovery rates
- Provide patient education on health management, resulting in better adherence to treatment plans
Patient Care Associate
Broward Health Imperial Point
Fort Lauderdale
10.2019 - 01.2024
- Assist patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and safety, enhancing patient satisfaction
- Monitor vital signs and report changes, contributing to improved patient outcomes
- Collaborate with healthcare team to deliver comprehensive care, fostering a supportive environment
- Provide emotional support to patients and families, improving overall patient experience
- Assisted with various diagnostic procedures such as drawing blood samples, obtaining EKG readings, and collecting urine specimens for laboratory testing.
Medical Assistant
Florida Gynecology oncology & Robotic Surgery
Coconut Creek
04.2016 - 10.2019
- Assisted in patient exams and procedures, ensuring accurate documentation and patient comfort
- Maintained accurate medical records and managed scheduling, contributing to efficient clinic operation
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Croatan Ridge Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
North Carolina
05.2010 - 04.2016
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing Diploma -
Ruby’s Academy for Nursing and Health Occupations
Lauderhill03.2024
Associate Applied Science -
Carteret Community College
North Carolina07.2014
CNA Certification -
Carteret Community College
Morehead City, NC11.2009
Skills
- Venipuncture (Expert)
- Critical Thinking (Expert)
- Time Management (Expert)
- Team Leadership (Expert)
- Infection Control (Expert)
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Drug Abuse Foundation
01.2024 - Current
Patient Care Associate
Broward Health Imperial Point
10.2019 - 01.2024
Medical Assistant
Florida Gynecology oncology & Robotic Surgery
04.2016 - 10.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Croatan Ridge Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
05.2010 - 04.2016
Licensed Practical Nursing Diploma -
Ruby’s Academy for Nursing and Health Occupations
Associate Applied Science -
Carteret Community College
CNA Certification -
Carteret Community College