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SYLIVIA NYAKUNDI

Forney,TX

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

LVN Charge Nurse

Foursquare Healthcare
Mesquite, TX
06.2023 - Current
  • Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
  • Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on nursing procedures and protocols.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
  • Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
  • Assessed patients' physical condition through observation, interviews, tests, and review of medical histories.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, family members, hospital personnel, and other health professionals involved in a patient's care.
  • Conducted rounds to evaluate the quality of nursing care being provided.
  • Adhered to infection control standards while handling specimens or performing any clinical duties.
  • Educated patients about disease prevention methods and healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrests or life-threatening events.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Created and implemented care plans after reviewing patients' imaging and test results, working closely with other members of interdisciplinary team.
  • Educated patients on wound and disease self-management techniques.
  • Educated patients on conditions, medications and self-care skills.
  • Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
  • Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
  • Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
  • Delivered emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to promote compassionate environment.
  • Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
  • Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.

Certified Medication Aide

Reliable Nursing Agency
Odessa, TX
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
  • Maintained current knowledge of state regulations related to medication administration.
  • Provided patient education regarding medications and their potential side effects.
  • Ordered, received, stored and inventoried medications as required by facility policies and procedures.
  • Verified accuracy of doctor orders prior to administering medications.
  • Maintained accurate records regarding patient's medical history, vital signs and progress notes.
  • Calculated dosages accurately based on physician orders and age-specific dosing guidelines.
  • Managed the storage of hazardous drugs and disposal of expired and unused medications according to policy guidelines.
  • Assisted patients with personal care to alleviate burden on family members.
  • Interacted with patients through games and fun activities to boost mood and improve overall memory.
  • Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
  • Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
  • Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
  • Promoted clean and sanitary environment by maintaining department equipment.
  • Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications, accurately measuring liquids and reconstituting antibiotics.
  • Participated in quality assurance activities related to medication management processes.
  • Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while preparing or administering medications.
  • Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
  • Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.
  • Monitored vital signs during medication administration to quickly identify complications.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
  • Researched medications to better understand properties and interactions with other drugs.
  • Liaised with nursing staff to prepare and administer prescribed medications to patients.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Certified Medication Aide

Foursquare healthcare
Midland, TX
09.2019 - 07.2021
  • Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
  • Performed monthly audits of controlled substances in accordance with regulatory standards.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Certified Medication Aide

Focused care at Midland
Midland, TX
03.2019 - 07.2019
  • Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
  • Maintained current knowledge of state regulations related to medication administration.
  • Provided patient education regarding medications and their potential side effects.
  • Ordered, received, stored and inventoried medications as required by facility policies and procedures.
  • Verified accuracy of doctor orders prior to administering medications.
  • Maintained accurate records regarding patient's medical history, vital signs and progress notes.
  • Calculated dosages accurately based on physician orders and age-specific dosing guidelines.
  • Managed the storage of hazardous drugs and disposal of expired and unused medications according to policy guidelines.
  • Observed strict confidentiality standards when handling confidential information.
  • Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while preparing or administering medications.
  • Utilized computer systems efficiently for ordering, tracking and documenting all aspects of medication management.
  • Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
  • Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.
  • Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
  • Monitored vital signs during medication administration to quickly identify complications.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Focused care at midland
Midland, TX
09.2018 - 03.2019
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
  • Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Vernon College
Vernon, TX

Some College (No Degree) -

Odessa College
Odessa, TX

Some College (No Degree) -

Midland College
Midland, TX

Skills

  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Quality Improvement
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Assessments
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Team Collaboration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Care Coordination
  • Healthcare regulations
  • Policy compliance
  • Geriatric Care
  • Disease Prevention

Timeline

LVN Charge Nurse

Foursquare Healthcare
06.2023 - Current

Certified Medication Aide

Reliable Nursing Agency
08.2021 - 01.2022

Certified Medication Aide

Foursquare healthcare
09.2019 - 07.2021

Certified Medication Aide

Focused care at Midland
03.2019 - 07.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Focused care at midland
09.2018 - 03.2019

Some College (No Degree) -

Vernon College

Some College (No Degree) -

Odessa College

Some College (No Degree) -

Midland College

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