Valentine W. Wanjama
Peabody,MA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Pilgrim Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing
05.2021 - 11.2024
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, Administered IV medications monitoring IV sites, and obtained urine samples via catheterizations.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
Direct Support Professional
Bridgewell
06.2016 - 05.2021
- Attending all trainings to replenish skills to care for individuals.
- Nutrition and food preparation
- Documentation of ADLs
- Supporting individuals with their ISP goals
- Observed patients and reported concerns to an RN
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Direct Support Professional
North Suffolk Mental Health Association
03.2015 - 08.2018
- Accompanied patients to their medical and financial appointments
- Learnt and practiced the correct operation of equipment such as hoyer lifts, wheelchairs and walkers.
- Administered medications through MAP certification
Education
Nursing
Roxbury Community College
Boston, MA09-2018
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- Infection control
- Catheter care
- Diabetes management
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- NCLEX- License No. LN99082, Expires 08/03/2025
- CPR, American Heart Association, Expires 11/2026
Timeline
LPN
Pilgrim Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing
05.2021 - 11.2024
Direct Support Professional
Bridgewell
06.2016 - 05.2021
Direct Support Professional
North Suffolk Mental Health Association
03.2015 - 08.2018
Nursing
Roxbury Community College
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