Valerie Hollis
Ocilla,Georgia
Summary
New Graduate Nurse with an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) from Albany State University, ready for a Critical Care / ICU role. Over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse in diverse settings including hospital, corrections, long-term care, and community-based settings . Proficient in patient assessment, hemodynamic monitoring, and medication administration, with a strong focus on interdisciplinary collaboration. Dedicated to patient-centered care with clinical vigilance and adaptability in high-acuity environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Magnolia Manor of Marion County
Buena Vista, Georgia
05.2025 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses consistently.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes.
- Trained new nurses on protocols and best practices.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient health status.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation procedures.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Accountable Healthcare Staffing
Macon, GA
07.2015 - Current
- Provide nursing care in long-term care and skilled facilities, managing patients with complex and chronic conditions.
- Perform focused assessments, administer medications, and deliver treatments per provider orders and nursing standards.
- Monitor patient status, recognize changes in condition, and promptly report findings.
- Document care accurately in electronic medical records.
- Collaborate with nurses, providers, and support staff to ensure safe, coordinated care.
Medical Team Administrator / Licensed Practical Nurse
Tift County Jail
Tifton, GA
08.2009 - 03.2019
- Supervised LPN program within a correctional healthcare setting, including recruitment, training, and scheduling.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded medical histories, and monitored vital signs.
- Administered medications, injections, and glucose testing.
- Maintained and organized over 200 confidential medical charts.
- Prioritized care delivery in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Performed clinical procedures including suture removal.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Living Center
Tifton, GA
06.2012 - 09.2014
- Supervised nursing assistants in a long-term care setting.
- Administered enteral feedings and medications.
- Provided care to patients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and multiple chronic conditions.
- Conducted geriatric-focused assessments and documentation.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dorminy Medical Center
Fitzgerald, GA
11.2006 - 10.2008
- Led nursing staff to deliver high-quality patient care in high-acuity environments
- Provided nursing care in a hospital setting for medical-surgical and post-operative patients.
- Monitored post-op vital signs, managed PCA pumps, IV fluids, and post-op orders.
- Administered complex care treatments and monitored patient responses in critical settings.
- Acted as a patient advocate to support recovery and discharge readiness.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing (ASN)
Albany State University
Albany, Georgia12.2025
Diploma - Practical Nursing
East Central Technical College
Fitzgerald, GeorgiaHigh School Diploma -
Irwin County High School
Ocilla, GeorgiaSkills
- Advanced hemodynamic monitoring
- Critical care nursing protocols
- Ventilator management
- Trauma care expertise
- Comprehensive head-to-toe and focused assessments
- Post-operative and high-acuity patient care
- IV therapy and medication administration (IV, IM, SQ, PO)
- Titration awareness and safe medication practices
- Infection prevention and sepsis recognition
- Pain management
- Oxygen delivery systems and airway support
- Accurate EMR documentation and chart review
- Rapid prioritization and escalation of care
- Patient and family education in critical illness
- Delegation and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
- Strong clinical judgment and assessment skills
- Effective communication and teamwork
- Leadership experience
- Adaptability in fast-paced healthcare environments
Certification
• Registered Nurse (RN), Georgia, License pending
• NCLEX: Authorization to Test (ATT) Pending
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Georgia
• BLS (CPR) Certified, American Heart Association
• NCLEX: Authorization to Test (ATT) Pending
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Georgia
• BLS (CPR) Certified, American Heart Association
Icu Relevant Clinical Skills
- Comprehensive head-to-toe and focused assessments
- Cardiac and respiratory monitoring
- Post-operative and high-acuity patient care
- IV therapy and medication administration (IV, IM, SQ, PO)
- Titration awareness and safe medication practices
- Infection prevention and sepsis recognition
- Pain management and PCA pump monitoring
- Oxygen delivery systems and airway support
- Accurate EMR documentation and chart review
- Rapid prioritization and escalation of care
- Patient and family education in critical illness
- Delegation and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
References
Available upon request
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Magnolia Manor of Marion County
05.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Accountable Healthcare Staffing
07.2015 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Living Center
06.2012 - 09.2014
Medical Team Administrator / Licensed Practical Nurse
Tift County Jail
08.2009 - 03.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dorminy Medical Center
11.2006 - 10.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing (ASN)
Albany State University
Diploma - Practical Nursing
East Central Technical College
High School Diploma -
Irwin County High School