Teresa Taylor
Donalsonville,GA
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Miller County Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams. Committed to maintaining accurate clinical documentation and advocating for patient needs, ensuring high-quality care delivery.
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Miller County Hospital
Colquitt, Georgia
04.2015 - Current
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Miller County Medical Center
Colquitt, Georgia
04.2017 - 03.2018
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Bainbridge College
Bainbridge GA Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic medical records
- Patient education
- Healthcare collaboration
- Follow-up coordination
- Care plan development
- Effective communication
- Patient advocacy
- Problem solving
- Charting and recording
- Medication dispensing
- Patient care
- Health education
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Diabetes management
- HIPAA compliance
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Miller County Medical Center
04.2017 - 03.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Miller County Hospital
04.2015 - Current
Some College (No Degree) -
Bainbridge College