Tonya Fitzko
Kernersville,NC
Summary
Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills. Skilled at working efficiently in fast-paced environments, prioritizing care based on patient acuity, and collaborating with healthcare teams for effective care plans. Committed to maintaining infection control standards and delivering high-quality patient education and support.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN- MedSurge
Novant Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
10.2021 - 02.2024
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
CAP/DA Case Manager
Senior Services Inc.
11.2013 - 10.2021
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Assisted clients in setting achievable goals while providing ongoing encouragement and support throughout the process of reaching those objectives.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC05-2025
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma - Practical Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC07-2021
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Diabetes management
- Medication Dispensing
- Catheter Care
- EPIC EMR Software
- Clinical judgment
- Post Operative Care
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)-North Carolina Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
LPN- MedSurge
Novant Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
10.2021 - 02.2024
CAP/DA Case Manager
Senior Services Inc.
11.2013 - 10.2021
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)-North Carolina Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma - Practical Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
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