Hi, I’m
TAMIEKA BUTLER
Utica,NY
Summary
Compassionate and reliable Nurse with expertise in administering medications and treatments. Proficient in managing time effectively and prioritizing patient care. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare professionals and families to deliver quality care. Strong communicator with a focus on patient well-being and attention to detail.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Shift key
Nurse - Independent Contractor
05.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Travel to different job sites assisting facilities in caring for patients.
- Assisted in providing patient care, including administering medications, treatments and performing diagnostic tests.
- Managed time efficiently while balancing multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Maintained accurate records for each patient encounter according to established standards.
- Exercised sound judgment when making decisions regarding patient safety and well-being.
- Ensured disposal of medical waste through the proper protocol.
- Provided direct patient care to a diverse population with varying levels of health literacy.
- Collected and recorded patient-related data through the performance of direct care tasks.
- Provided initial and ongoing education to the patient and family.
- Demonstrated the ability to work independently as well as part of a team environment.
- Educated patients and family members about treatments, care requirements, and other relevant information.
- Prepared patients for examinations, operations, and treatments and assisted during procedures.
- Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
- Performed therapeutic nursing interventions to promote patient well-being.
- Managed individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patient health through nursing process.
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
- Protected patients’ rights and dignity by delivering care without judgment or discrimination.
- Conducted patient assessment, prioritizing data collection based on patient condition or needs.
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols.
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.
- Used computers to complete necessary documentation on patient progress.
- Initiated resuscitative measures to reduce disability and death from acute circulatory and respiratory emergencies.
- Obtained specimens to run monitoring or diagnostic tests.
- Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health and care services to meet patients’ complex care needs.
- Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored for reactions or side effects.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques.
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures and other medical tasks.
- Provided emotional support for families dealing with difficult situations or diagnoses.
- Applied effective communication techniques when interacting with patients and families.
All American Healthcare Agency, US
LPN
05.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Worked in multiple facilities with this agency over the course of employment
- Experienced Med-Surg, Rehab, geriatric, middle aged patients with different ranges of acuity
- Documented using, Sigma, PCC, Paper MARS/TARS, and various other systems
- Highly experienced with covid patients and care throughout many of the facilities and during the pandemic
- Worked closely with families, doctors, and residents/patients
- Complied with HIPAA guidelines to protect privacy of patients.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care.
- Assisted with collection, labeling, and timely processing of specimens.
- Helped with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
- Recorded essential information about patient issues and communicated to doctor during appointments.
Worldwide Travel Staffing
LPN
05.2025 - 07.2025
Job overview
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress and communicated changes to medical staff effectively.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing overall patient safety standards.
MedCor Agency, US
LPN
05.2021 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Perform care in a geriatric environment and also rehab
- Assisted with med administration and treatments
- Documented in EMAR using Sigma Care
- Specialized in care of diabetic patients
- Travelled to different facilities to assist with patient care
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care.
- Maintained patient charts and medical records in EMR software.
- Supported wound care needs and related nursing duties.
- Assisted with collection, labeling, and timely processing of specimens.
ESP Personnel Agency, US
LPN
07.2022 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Document in MAR and TAR administration using EMAR on PCC
- Performed wound care, trach care, wound vac, completed treatments and dressing changes
- Charge nurse to CNA’s
- Acted as supervisor in a 120-bed facility
- Maintained effective communication between patient, doctor and team
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care.
- Followed medication management procedures to comply with state and company guidelines.
Betsy Ross Rehabilitation and Nursing, US
LPN
03.2019 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Mainly worked the rehab floor
- Experienced med-surg patients who were severely ill, or needed extensive rehab to get better
- Worked with many amputees and patients with diabetic illnesses
- Charting and documentation using EMAR
- Charge nurse over CNA’s
- Direct communication patient and doctor
- Passed medication and performed treatment care to those in need
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and medications.
- Supported wound care needs and related nursing duties.
Utica Rehab and Nursing Facility, US
LPN
04.2018 - 11.2019
Job overview
- First position as an LPN and was able to adapt quickly to nursing as I was effectively working independently by myself since I began
- Able to learn how to document, maintain effective communication with the doctor, other staff, and patient/resident
- Worked a rehab floor with no unit manager so often times had to act in place
- Effectively did renewals for the doctor and worked with him closely
- Acted in as a charge nurse at times
- Worked well under stress
- Maintained charting in paper mars/tars
- Performed admissions and discharges of patients
- Performed trach care, suctioning, wound vacs, post cardiac surgery care, post amputee care, bariatrics, geriatrics, some psych
Education
Mildred - Elley CollegeAlbany, NY
Licensed Practical Nurse
11.2017
Skills
- Empathetic
- Reliable
- Effective communicator
- Attentive to detail
- Positive/Negative feedback
- Ability to multi-task
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Teamwork
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- BLS
Timeline
LPN
Worldwide Travel Staffing
05.2025 - 07.2025
LPN
ESP Personnel Agency, US
07.2022 - 04.2023
Nurse - Independent Contractor
Shift key
05.2022 - Current
LPN
MedCor Agency, US
05.2021 - 07.2024
LPN
All American Healthcare Agency, US
05.2019 - Current
LPN
Betsy Ross Rehabilitation and Nursing, US
03.2019 - 06.2021
LPN
Utica Rehab and Nursing Facility, US
04.2018 - 11.2019
Mildred - Elley College
Licensed Practical Nurse
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