Valerie DeVito
Morgantown,WV
Summary
Compassionate LPN with extensive experience at WVU Medicine at Ruby Memorial Hospital on a surgical oncology unit, excelling in patient care coordination and vital sign monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective medication administration and empathetic support. Skilled in infection control procedures, fostering a safe environment while advocating for patients' needs. Committed to continuous quality improvement in healthcare delivery.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Assistant
WVU Medicine
- Assisted patients with basic care needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by handling queries and concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Ensured accurate documentation of vital signs, symptoms, and medical histories for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures under direct supervision of healthcare providers, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Provided compassionate support to patients undergoing challenging treatments or experiencing emotional distress related to their condition.
- Followed comprehensive clinical protocols to safeguard patient safety.
- Comforted anxious patients before procedures and listened to concerns, offering support, and compassion.
- Assisted healthcare professionals in providing high-quality treatment to patients, ensuring a smooth workflow.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to implement quality improvement initiatives that enhanced overall clinic performance metrics.
- Utilized effective communication and active listening skills when interacting with physicians, nursing staff, and patients.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
LPN
WVU Medicine
02.2024 - 12.2025
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
LPN
Adoration Home Health
01.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and notifying nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and dignity during care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans alongside healthcare teams to enhance treatment outcomes.
- Provided essential support in daily living activities, promoting patient comfort and independence.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication adherence to improve recovery rates.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for diverse patient needs.
- Documented patient progress accurately, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and improving care continuity.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Education
High School Diploma -
University High School
Morgantown, WV05.2017
Pre Nursing Courses
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WVLPN -
Pierpont Community College
Fairmont, WV08.2023
Skills
- Appointment scheduling
- Patients' vital signs
- Patient care coordination
- Medical terminology
- Specimen collection
- Adaptability in healthcare settings
- Medical equipment operation
- Patient confidentiality
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medication administration support
- Needs assessments
- Patient advocacy
- Specimens collection and processing
- Vaccination administration
- Daily living care
- Wound care management
- Infection control procedures
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate
- CPR
Timeline
LPN
Adoration Home Health
01.2026 - Current
LPN
WVU Medicine
02.2024 - 12.2025
Clinical Assistant
WVU Medicine
High School Diploma -
University High School
Pre Nursing Courses
Fairmont State University
LPN -
Pierpont Community College