Tracy Iles
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Care Center of Dequincy
DeQuincy
09.2023 - Current
- Monitored blood sugars and administered insulin per sliding scale to ensure optimal glucose control.
- Check residents blood pressure before giving B/P medication and check 02 saturations.
- Pass medications and give breathing treatments.
- Count narcotics with the nurse you are relieving.
- Put in medication orders that the doctor ordered.
- Facilitated timely transfers of residents to ER for acute medical concerns, ensuring prompt care.
- Reported resident's status to ER and communicated with representative for updates.
- Documented communication with ER staff regarding resident's condition.
- Monitor Residents with tube feeding make sure the head of the bed is at a 45 degree.
- Check residual and verify placement and also check temperature and S/S of aspiration.
- Monitor for skin breakdown and report to wound care nurse.
- Documented and communicated instances of abnormal resident behavior for further evaluation and intervention.
- Report it to the doctor.
LVN
Elite Staffing
Lake Mary
03.2023 - Current
- I am responsible for giving medication as prescribed by the physician.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and weight, to assess patient health status.
- Check and monitor V/S such as blood pressure, temperature, and weight.
- Check blood sugar and give insulin according to sliding scale.
- Monitoring fluid and food, intake, and output.
- Observing patient mental health status.
- Observe patient reaction to medication.
- Observe patient for skin breakdown.
- Documented patient history to ensure accurate medical records and continuity of care.
- Documented patient behavior issues in medical records.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Shiftkey LLC
Sulphur
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Monitored vital signs and documented findings in patient records.
- Report any abnormal V/S to doctor.
- Verified if patients took medications whole or crushed as prescribed.
- Measured blood pressure of patients on hypertension medication prior to administration.
- Residents who are on tube feeding make head of bed elevated 45 degrees.
- Assessed residual volume and placement of feeding tubes, monitored temperature and signs of aspiration.
- Documented and reported any abnormal findings to nursing staff.
- Inspected tubing sites for signs of redness or infection.
- Replace the formula when empty.
- Calculated patients' intake and output to assess hydration status.
- Check residents for skin breakdown and report any abnormal skin breakdown to wound care and document findings.
- Check blood sugars and administer insulin according to sliding scale.
- Report any abnormal Blood Sugars.
- Ensured accurate processing of physician orders by entering them into the system and faxing to pharmacy.
- Processed medication refills and sent requests to pharmacy efficiently.
- Administer pain medication to residents as ordered by physician.
- Ensured patient safety by reporting abnormal behaviors to the healthcare team.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Facilitated personal hygiene and daily activities to promote patient comfort and dignity.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical test results.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Empowered patients through education on managing their health conditions effectively.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Monitored for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patients and facilitated appropriate care interventions.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Coordinated referrals to specialty services to meet patients' comprehensive healthcare needs.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Provided medications and therapies as directed by physician orders.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Conducted triage assessments to optimize team productivity and effectiveness in patient care.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols.
LVN
RapidStaff
Parker
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Set up tables for patients upon arrival to ensure a welcoming environment.
- The patient had to fill out a form before they came in the trailer to get tested.
- Called patients into the trailer after paperwork completion to explain testing procedures.
- First we give the patient the swab to insert in nostril go 1 inch and rotate around 5 times each nostril.
- We watch the patient swab themselves to see if they are doing it correctly.
- Then the patient places the swab in the tube and I swish it around 5 times.
- And remove the swab and place a top on the tube and place 3 drops on the tester then wait 10 minutes for results and bring paperwork to the lady who put the results in the computer and the lady text them with results.
- If they test positive we call them back and retest them.
- Then we do a PCR test after they fill out their paperwork.
- Tell them the results will be ready in 48-72 hours via email.
- Cleaned tables, removed trash, and mopped floors at shift end to maintain a hygienic testing area.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
RapidStaff
Parks
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Established triage area to assess patient needs efficiently.
- When the refugees arrived we asked the translator to interpret what kind of medical problems they were having.
- We asked them to check in and we called them to come to the back to get vital Signs done.
- When patients complained of headaches, we provided over-the-counter medications.
- After we asked if they had any allergies to medication.
- If we could treat patients with over the counter medication we did and we discharged them.
- We sent patients to the doctor if we couldn't treat them with over the counter medication.
- We consulted our lead nurse for clarification when unsure.
- When the patients are prescribed medication the doctor called it in to the pharmacy and he tells the nurses the medication name and dosage and we write it down and send paperwork to the runner to bring to them person that's gonna pick up the prescription.
- Then we told people handling the flights to put them on hold until the medication has arrived.
- Then we call them to come back to triage with an interpreter and explain the instructions on how to take the medication.
- Then after they understood we discharge the patients.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Camelot Brookside Nursing Home
Jennings
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Monitored resident vital signs and documented findings accurately.
- Report any abnormal V/S to doctor.
- Assessed resident medication intake methods, noting whole or crushed forms.
- Check blood sugars and administer insulin according to sliding scale.
- Residents who are on tube feeding make sure the head of bed elevated 45 degrees.
- Report any abnormal findings.
- Inspected tubing site for signs of redness or irritation.
- Check tubing site for any redness.
- Replace the formula when empty.
- Check residence for skin breakdown and report any abnormal skin breakdown to wound care and document findings.
- Monitored blood sugars and administered insulin as per sliding scale guidelines.
- Report any abnormal Blood Sugars.
- Put doctor's orders in computer and fax to pharmacy.
- Processed medication refill requests and submitted to pharmacy efficiently.
- Administered pain medication to residents according to physician orders.
- Report any abnormal behaviors to doctor.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Landmark Health
Lake Charles
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Monitored and documented vital signs of residents during routine checks.
- Report any abnormal V/S to doctor.
- Check blood sugars and administer insulin according to sliding scale.
- Report and abnormal Blood Sugars.
- Administer pain medication to residents as ordered by physician.
- Reported any abnormal findings to healthcare team for further evaluation.
- Inspected tubing site for signs of redness or irritation during patient assessments.
- Check for residual and check temperature and monitor of S/S of aspirating.
- Assessed residents for skin breakdown, reported abnormalities to wound care, and documented findings to support effective care planning.
- Replace the formula when empty.
- Report any abnormal Blood Sugars.
- Put doctors' orders in computer and fax to pharmacy.
- Processed medication refill requests and sent them to pharmacy for fulfillment.
- Administered pain medication to residents per physician's orders.
- Report any abnormal behaviors to doctor.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Aveanna Healthcare
Beaumont
12.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed care for pediatric patients.
- Performed head-to-toe assessment of patient to evaluate overall health.
- Complete V/S was taken.
- Feed patient through G-Button and flush before and after with water.
- Assist patient to bathroom.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks, including teeth brushing and bathing, while supporting patient with homeroom activities.
- Cleaned patient room regularly.
- Administered medication through G-Button to ensure proper dosage delivery.
- I also went to school with patient.
- Documented patient status and care activities during shift.
- And report and abnormal symptoms to physician and parents.
- Documented patient's intake and output to monitor fluid balance.
Education
College Degree - Nursing
Lamar State College-Orange
Orange, TXLake Charles Boston High School
Lake Charles, LASkills
- Nursing
- Medication Administration
- EMR Systems
- Tube Feeding
- Experience Administering Injections
- Vital Signs
- Epic
- Infection Control Training
- Pediatrics
- Home health
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Electronic medical records
- Infection control procedures
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Patient relationship building
- Adaptability
- Verbal and written communication
- Chronic disease management
- Educating families
- Palliative care
- EMR / EHR
- Infection control
- Medical records management
- Medical record security
- Catheter care
- Tuberculosis testing
- Clinical documentation
- Patient safety protocols
- HIPAA protocols
- Inpatient care
- Pediatric care
- HIPAA compliance
- Diabetes management
- Intake documentation
Certification
- PN, 01/01/26, TX
- LVN, 01/01/26
- BLS Certification, 02/01/26
- LPN, 07/01/26
- IV Therapy Certification, 07/01/26
Willing To Relocate
Houston, TX
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Shiftkey LLC
10.2023 - 09.2025
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Care Center of Dequincy
09.2023 - Current
LVN
Elite Staffing
03.2023 - Current
LVN
RapidStaff
11.2021 - 02.2022
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
RapidStaff
09.2021 - 10.2021
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Camelot Brookside Nursing Home
11.2020 - 02.2021
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Landmark Health
08.2019 - 08.2020
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Aveanna Healthcare
12.2017 - 08.2019
College Degree - Nursing
Lamar State College-Orange
Lake Charles Boston High School