VALENCIA L. FOREMAN
BIRMINGHAM,USA
Summary
Licensed Registered Nurse as of December 2019 and earned a Bachelor’s degree in 2022. A variety of skills in providing care to various patients. Communication, compassion, and dependability are 3 main qualities I can offer in addition to many other highly sought after skills. Attention to detail and cultural awareness was learned during my time as an Active Duty soldier and has been perfected in Nursing school, through a professional environment and by professionals. Highly motivated to become an asset to any organization because I know what I have to offer and my work ethics will speak for itself also, with this background of my personal sorts is a very rare find in this day and age.
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Floor Nurse
Cherry Hill Healthcare & Rehab
BIRMINGHAM, AL
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or lifestyle changes.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- patient assessment, medication administration, vital sign monitoring, wound care, and effective communication with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals. Additionally, strong teamwork, organizational, and problem-solving skills are crucial for managing the diverse needs of residents
Agency Registered Nurse
ALLHEART CAREGIVER
BIRMINGHAM, AL
08.2020 - 04.2023
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Conducted research on best practices related to nursing care delivery methods within the agency setting.
- Educated patients and families about health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
RN Floor Nurse
West Hill Nursing Facility
BIRMINGHAM, AL
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Completed required forms and chart documentation of vital signs, medications and other information.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for the patient's recovery.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Educated families about nutrition, hygiene needs and home safety measures for successful discharge planning.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through infection control practices or safety protocols.
- Utilized evidence-based guidelines while providing quality nursing care services.
Medical-Surgical RN
UAB
Birmingham, AL
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Administered medications and other treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments to identify problems or issues requiring medical intervention or follow-up care.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, families, staff members, physicians regarding treatment plans or progress updates.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
Veterinary Food Inspector
United States of the Army
Fort Carson, CO
01.2008 - 12.2011
Medic
United States of the Army
Fort Sam Houston, TX
08.2006 - 12.2007
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2022
Associates Degree - Nursing
HERZING UNIVERSITY
BIRMINGHAM, AL12.2019
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Health education
- Data privacy compliance
- Clinical documentation
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Quality improvement
- Effective communication
- Emotional intelligence
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Dependable and responsible
- Critical thinking
- Analytical
- Task prioritization
- First Aid/CPR
- Conflict resolution
- Self-Directed
- Leadership
- Relationship building
Previous Work Experiences
- St. Vincent's Birmingham, 02/2020, 12/2020
- West Hill Nursing Facility, Current Employer
Certifications And Memberships
Herzing University, BIRMINGHAM, AL, Basic Life Support Certification, 09/2018, 09/2020
Areas Of Expertise
STRONG MILITARY BACKGROUND THAT DEMANDED NOTHING BUT DISCIPLINE AND PROFESSIONALISM, PATIENTS DURING CLINICIANS REQUESTED MY SERVICE OVER OTHER STUDENTS, TREAT PATIENTS/CLIENTS LIKE THEIR HEALTH IS THE NUMBER 1 PRIORITY AND ONLY CONCERN, MAINTAIN THE PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY OF ALL PATIENTS, PROVIDING COMPLETE PATIENT CENTERED CARE, RESPECTING, UNDERSTANDING, ACCOMMODATING EVERY PATIENT'S PERSONAL PREFERENCES, REGARDLESS OF PERSONAL FEELINGS OR BELIEFS, WHEN IN DOUBT ABOUT A PATIENT/CLIENT, THERE ARE NO PROBLEMS, HESITATIONS, OR ISSUES WITH ASKING QUESTIONS DIRECTLY TO THE PATIENT OR GOING TO A SUPERIOR, IN ORDER TO PROVIDE THE VERY BEST CARE POSSIBLE FOR THE PATIENT, SKILLFUL AND KNOWLEDGEABLE OF INFORMATION AND EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICES THAT HAS BEEN ACQUIRED IN MY PROFESSIONAL, EDUCATIONAL, AND PERSONAL LIFE, MULTITASKING AND COMPLETING SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES ASSIGNED, REGARDLESS OF THE MANY DIFFERENT TASKS AT HAND, EFFECTIVE PLANNING AND SOLUTIONS FOR PATIENTS
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse
Cherry Hill Healthcare & Rehab
04.2024 - 11.2024
RN Floor Nurse
West Hill Nursing Facility
09.2021 - 04.2023
Agency Registered Nurse
ALLHEART CAREGIVER
08.2020 - 04.2023
Medical-Surgical RN
UAB
02.2020 - 12.2020
Veterinary Food Inspector
United States of the Army
01.2008 - 12.2011
Medic
United States of the Army
08.2006 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associates Degree - Nursing
HERZING UNIVERSITY