Tammi Parker
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate LPN with over 13 years of experience in diverse medical settings and more than 20 years in the healthcare field. Expertise includes family practice, pediatrics, geriatrics, special needs, substance abuse, mental health disorders, and SNF//Long-term. Proven ability to deliver high-quality patient care while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and advocating for patient safety. Eager to leverage clinical skills and strong communication abilities to make a meaningful impact in clinics, hospitals, and nursing or rehabilitation facilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Nans Pointe Nursing & Rehabilitation
Suffolk, VA
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices in patient care.
- Conducted routine safety checks to maintain a secure environment for patients.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records to support continuity of care.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Conducted assessments to identify patient needs and initiate appropriate interventions.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to provide timely interventions.
- Coordinated medication administration and managed pharmacy interactions effectively.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with patient care standards.
LVN Staff Nurse
Methodist Charlton Medical Center Family Practice
Dallas, TX
09.2012 - 10.2023
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vitals, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare team promptly.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care, ensuring understanding of medication usage and recovery processes.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices for patient care and use of medical equipment effectively.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the clinic, enhancing efficiency in patient intake and discharge procedures.
- Streamlined patient flow in a busy clinic setting, ensuring timely access to care for all patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care, optimizing treatment outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
LVN Charge Nurse
Parker Manor Nursing and Rehab
DeSoto, TX
11.2014 - 03.2016
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, addressing discrepancies proactively to enhance safety.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' condition
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance
- Decreased hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education to patients and their families regarding medications, self-care techniques, and follow-up appointments
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Assist CNA with residents ADLs, when time permits
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, PEG feedings, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Supervised CNA staff to ensure adherence to care plans and regulatory standards.
Education
Vocational School - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Concorde Career College
Arlington, TX04-2013
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Family Education
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Emergency care
- Home health care
- Clinical judgment
- Mental health care
- EKG/Glucose Monitoring/UA/A1c eg(Ancillary Testing)
- Pediatric care
- Critical thinking
- Well Child Check/Wellness/Physicals
- Medication Administration
- Injections and Immunizations
- Patient charting
- Wound care
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Specimen collection
- BLS/CPR/AED
- Physical assessments
- Infection control
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Call answering and Triage
- Patient positioning and transporting
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Epic systems and Point Click
- ICD-10
- Assist with examination
- Treatment room preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Direct patient care
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
Affiliations
Charlton Methodist Residency Clinic
Certification
- Licensed LVN - 2013-2026
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Nans Pointe Nursing & Rehabilitation
08.2024 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
Parker Manor Nursing and Rehab
11.2014 - 03.2016
LVN Staff Nurse
Methodist Charlton Medical Center Family Practice
09.2012 - 10.2023
Vocational School - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Concorde Career College