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Tonda Young

LPN
Atlanta

Summary

Highly skilled emergency services professional with over 10 years in pre-hospital emergency care and in hospital services. Air Force Reserve Medic/ LPN duties performed in field and in hospital care. Exceptional problem solver and decision maker. Extensive hands-on medical experience. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. The epitome of excellence and dedicated to all roles and responsibilities within career field.

Work History

License Practical

Shiftkey
Atlanta, GA
09.2022 - Current
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
  • Stage I-IV pressure wound care, record vital signs,
  • Administer medication, family and patient teaching, documentation, Tracheostomy suction and care,
  • Collected pertinent information from the patient family and friends, medical records and prescriptions
  • Operated and maintained emergency vehicles in a safe efficient manner
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.

LPN/ER Unit Secretary

Northside Hospital
Duluth, GA
01.2021 - 06.2022
  • Duties, roles, and responsibilities
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • 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.
  • Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.

Emergency Care Tech/ EKG Monitor Technician

Northside Gwinnett Medical Center
Duluth, GA
01.2018 - 06.2022
  • Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
  • Perform EKG testing and report findings to Physician
  • Obtain Vital Signs Direct patient care in the emergency room setting
  • Collected blood samples, tissue or other laboratory specimens, logged the specimens, and prepared them for testing
  • Respond to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely
  • Interpreted tests and identified arrhythmias and heart abnormalities on patient's EKG and reported to cardiologist.
  • Closely monitored patient condition during tests and alerted cardiac nurse if patient became stressed or conditioned worsened.
  • Promote team effort when working with dispatch center public safety agencies and care providers
  • Awarded Patient Care Support Excellence Award
  • Nominated for Rising Star Award


Emergency Medical Technician/LPN

United States Air Force Reserve
Marietta, GA
10.2010 - Current
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
  • Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
  • Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
  • Executed stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring to treat patients.

Certified Nursing Assistant / Medical Surgical Technician

Veterans Affair Hospital
Los Angeles, California
01.2011 - 04.2014
  • Assist with the ambulation and mobilization of patients
  • Provide emotional and support services for patients and their families
  • Assist with the personal hygiene, feeding, bathing, dress (ADL's)
  • Obtain Vital Signs
  • Watching and reporting for Changes in Condition and Pain
  • Recording Fluid and Food Intake

Emergency Room Shift Supervisor, Care Technician and Unit Secretary

United States Air Force
Andrews Air Force Base, MD
08.1996 - 09.2003
  • Collaborated with hospital and facility staff to provide correct patient treatments.
  • Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
  • Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
  • Conducted routine inspections of incoming materials to check quality and compliance with established product specifications.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventive measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
  • Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.

Emergency Room Technician

Southern Maryland Hospital Center
Clinton, MD
03.2004 - 04.2008
  • Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
  • Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
  • Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
  • Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
  • Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
  • Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
  • Administered basic wound care, insertion of Foley catheters and nasogastric tubes.
  • Monitored patients' comfort and safety during examinations and tests to alert physicians of abnormalities and changes in patient response.
  • Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.
  • Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.

Dermatologist's Medical Technician Assistant

United States Air Force
Andrews Air Force Base, MD
01.1996 - 01.1999
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.

Infectious Disease Shift Supervisor

United States Air Force
Andrews Air Force Base, MD
01.2001 - 09.2003
  • Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Established effective employee schedules and delegated tasks to take advantage of individual abilities and meet expected demands.
  • Handpicked for Infectious Disease team ID NCO.

Internal Medicine Medical Technician Assistant

United States Air Force
Clinton, Maryland
04.1999 - 07.2001
  • Collected blood samples, tissue or other laboratory specimens, logged specimens and prepared them for testing
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Monitor vitals, EKG, and blood sugar levels
  • Responsible for setting up suture trays, cleaning and turning over rooms
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.

Emergency Room Technician

Medical Staffing Network Agency
Springfield, VA
05.2005 - 01.2014
  • Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
  • Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
  • Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
  • Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
  • Administered basic wound care, insertion of Foley catheters.
  • Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Brenau University
Gainesville, GA
05.2025

Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing

Kaplan College
California
06.2010

Associate of Science - Emergency Services

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
08.2023

High School Diploma -

Richland Northeast High School
Columbia, SC
05.1990

Skills

  • BLS instructor
  • Triage Ambulatory Transportation
  • Wound care/ Irrigation Trained in catheterizations
  • Suture / suture removal
  • Airway management techniques
  • Intubation & Infusions Communications skills
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Emergency Vehicle Operations Combat medical evacuations
  • ICD/CPT Coding Specialist

Work Availability

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Quote

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Maya Angelou

Timeline

License Practical

Shiftkey
09.2022 - Current

LPN/ER Unit Secretary

Northside Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2022

Emergency Care Tech/ EKG Monitor Technician

Northside Gwinnett Medical Center
01.2018 - 06.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant / Medical Surgical Technician

Veterans Affair Hospital
01.2011 - 04.2014

Emergency Medical Technician/LPN

United States Air Force Reserve
10.2010 - Current

Emergency Room Technician

Medical Staffing Network Agency
05.2005 - 01.2014

Emergency Room Technician

Southern Maryland Hospital Center
03.2004 - 04.2008

Infectious Disease Shift Supervisor

United States Air Force
01.2001 - 09.2003

Internal Medicine Medical Technician Assistant

United States Air Force
04.1999 - 07.2001

Emergency Room Shift Supervisor, Care Technician and Unit Secretary

United States Air Force
08.1996 - 09.2003

Dermatologist's Medical Technician Assistant

United States Air Force
01.1996 - 01.1999

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Brenau University

Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing

Kaplan College

Associate of Science - Emergency Services

Community College of The Air Force

High School Diploma -

Richland Northeast High School

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