Tajai Williams
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Licensed Vocational Nurse with 2+ years of experience across pediatrics, home health, hospice, and behavioral health. Skilled in patient education, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring, with a strong focus on accurate documentation and collaborative care. Committed to fostering trust, comfort, and positive outcomes for diverse patient populations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health LVN
Silverage Home Care
04.2024 - Current
- Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and collaborate with the healthcare team for optimal outcomes.
- Meticulously maintain patient records, accurately documenting treatments and observations. Implement infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Develop creative solutions to enhance patient care, introducing personalized activities that boost mental and physical well-being. Adapt care plans to individual needs and preferences.
- Performed intermittent catheterization for patients, adhering to strict aseptic techniques, and infection control protocols.
Hospice LVN
Brightstar Healthcare Agency
02.2024 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport with those under my care.
- Conducted routine cleaning and maintenance of nasogastric tubes to ensure patient safety and comfort.
Pediatric Home Health LVN
Maxim Staffing Solutions
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records through electronic charting systems.
- Provided GJ tube feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, tailored to each child's unique needs.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
Clinic LVN
Food Allergy Institute
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Provide patient education and assist patients with inquiries within their knowledge base, such as the preparation of home treatment foods, tips for food fatigue, and reinforcing TIP treatment protocols to ensure at-home dosing safety.
- Oversaw patient progress during food challenge appointments, promptly identifying and reporting changes in condition.
- Assisted providers by managing patient flow, ensuring timely completion of appointments, and reducing delays in care.
- Processed and refilled prescriptions in collaboration with providers, ensuring timely access to medications, and continuity of care.
Clinic LVN
Job Corps Trade School
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Recorded patient data with accuracy and attention to detail, enabling providers to address patient needs.
- Administered immunizations in accordance with clinical protocols, and monitored patients for adverse reactions to ensure safety.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, ensuring timely interventions, and tailored care.
- Assisted patients with transportation to outpatient visits, and provided supportive counseling to promote emotional well-being.
Interim School LVN
ED Theory
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Maintained regular communication with behavioral staff, parents, and other necessary personnel to keep all parties updated on patient status and progress.
- Implemented behavioral support strategies to manage challenging behaviors, promoting safety and positive outcomes.
- Provided one-on-one nursing care for a pediatric/adolescent patient with a G-tube, including feeding, monitoring, and documentation.
- Assisted with personal care, hygiene, and safe transfers, ensuring dignity and comfort for the patient.
Adolescent Eating Disorder LVN
Discovery Behavioral Health
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patients for side effects, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and patient safety.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and other medically relevant symptoms, ensuring timely interventions, and comprehensive care.
- Monitored patient vital signs and measured daily intake, as well as weekly weights for inpatients, ensuring accurate tracking to support nutritional and medical care.
- Assisted with meal preparation and provided guidance during meals to promote proper nutrition and healthy eating habits
Eating Disorder Counselor
Discovery Behavioral Health
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Facilitated therapeutic group sessions for adolescents to promote coping skills, relapse prevention, education, and essential life skills.
- Observed patients to determine changes in their behavior and response to implemented treatment program.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
Education
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Angeles Institute
Artesia, CA07.2017
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Time Management
- Compassionate Patient Interaction
- Documentation Accuracy
- Medication Administration
- IV/ Blood Withdrawal
- Catheter care
- Vital signs monitoring
- End-of-life care
- Behavioral assessment
- End-of-life care
- Behavioral assessment
Timeline
Home Health LVN
Silverage Home Care
04.2024 - Current
Hospice LVN
Brightstar Healthcare Agency
02.2024 - Current
Pediatric Home Health LVN
Maxim Staffing Solutions
01.2024 - 06.2024
Clinic LVN
Food Allergy Institute
06.2023 - 01.2024
Clinic LVN
Job Corps Trade School
11.2022 - 04.2023
Interim School LVN
ED Theory
08.2022 - 11.2022
Adolescent Eating Disorder LVN
Discovery Behavioral Health
02.2022 - 06.2022
Eating Disorder Counselor
Discovery Behavioral Health
04.2019 - 12.2019
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Angeles Institute
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