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Tuuasoitagata C. Panama

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Efficient Licensed Practical Nurse with 14+ years of proven experience in diverse healthcare settings, including travel/agency nursing, home health, group home, long term care, rehabilitative, hospital (emergency, med-surg, pediatric, OB-GYN, hospice) facilities. Dedicated to providing exceptional care for patients with many different types of diseases, injuries and health concerns. Skilled in maintaining accurate records, ensuring patient comfort and fostering strong relationships with both patient and healthcare professionals. Possessing critical thinking skills with the keen ability to multitask effectively. Seeking a challenging new role with room for advancement.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

Nursa
Las Vegas , NV
08.2022 - Current
  • Worked for a number of different facilities that are a part of this agency including rehabilitation centers, geriatric and psychiatric care, group homes, long term care facillities.
  • Administered prescribed PO and/or IV medications, IV fluids and noting times and amounts on patient charts.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.

LPN

Aveanna Healthcare
Las Vegas, Nevada
07.2017 - 06.2020
  • Performed Home Health Services for Pediatric patients, specializing in tracheostomies, ventilator care and and gastric feeding tubes.
  • Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
  • Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
  • Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.

LPN

LBJ Tropical Medical Center
Pago Pago, American Samoa
09.2009 - 05.2016
  • Worked specifically in the Emergency Room, Med-Surg Unit, Pediatric Unit, OB-GYN unit and Hospice Care. Also worked as a in float pool for a year.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care.
  • Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
  • Provided palliative care and emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.

Education

Associate of Science - RN - Nursing

American Samoa Community College
Pago Pago, AS
05-2014

Certificate of Proficiency - LPN - Nursing

American Samoa Community College
Pago Pago, AS
05-2009

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • IV insertion & IV therapy
  • Subcutaneous and Intramuscular injections
  • Oxygen administration
  • Vitals Collecting and Monitoring
  • Blood Sugar Level checks using Glucometer
  • Vents, Trachs, G-tubes
  • Wound Dressing and Care
  • Foley Catheter Insertion & Removal
  • Tube Feeding set up & Administering Tube feeding (bolus & pump)
  • Critical Thinking skills
  • Effective Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability
  • Ethics and Professionalism
  • Time Management
  • Patient and Family Education
  • Technology skills
  • Charting (paper chart or EMAR)

Certification

  • LPN Nevada License
  • Nevada BLS card
  • Nevada IV Certified (CSN)
  • Previous ACLS and PALS provider

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Top of Class in Clinicals. RN class of 2014.

Languages

Samoan
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LPN

Nursa
08.2022 - Current

LPN

Aveanna Healthcare
07.2017 - 06.2020

LPN

LBJ Tropical Medical Center
09.2009 - 05.2016

Associate of Science - RN - Nursing

American Samoa Community College

Certificate of Proficiency - LPN - Nursing

American Samoa Community College

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