Vallena M Wyatt
Buchanan,TN
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse-School Nurse
Henry County Board of Education
Henry, TN
11.2017 - Current
- Assisted in the management of communicable diseases among students, especially during COVID.
- Take temperatures, or blood pressures, dress wounds, and provide other basic patient care or treatments.
- Evaluated students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers.
- Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Henry County Medical Center
Paris, TN
03.2015 - 07.2021
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Western State Hospital/Crown Services
Hopkinsville, KY
07.2012 - 07.2015
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Educated patients on healthy coping skills, monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services provided, as well as patient safety, in accordance with agency policy and procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Licensed Practical Nurse –PRN
Elk Valley Health Services
Nashville, TN
05.2013 - 09.2013
- Manage care involving G-tubes and tracheotomies.
- Maintained detailed documentation on an hourly basis.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Spring Creek Health Care
Murray, KY
11.2011 - 07.2012
- Oversaw daily well-being and care routines for over 25 residents.
- Monitored blood glucose levels to ensure accurate readings.
- Reviewed and ensured accuracy of doctor's orders on MARs.
- Maintained detailed and timely charting to support efficient patient care.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Office Assistant
Watkins Equipment
Paris, TN
11.2007 - 12.2009
- Managed daily office operations and maintained a clean and efficient workspace.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information and documents.
- Answered telephones, directed calls, and took messages.
- Copied, sorted and filed records of office activities and business transactions.
Shift Leader
Dollar General
Paris, TN
08.2003 - 05.2009
- Provided exceptional customer service and maintained a positive attitude throughout the shift.
- Managed cash transactions ensuring balanced and accurate register totals.
- Handled escalated customer concerns and emergencies in absence of manager or supervisor.
- Assisted in training new employees on shift operations.
Education
Practical Nursing Program -
Tennessee Technology Center
Paris, TN01.2011
General Education -
Henry County High School
Paris, TN01.2001
Skills
- Licensed practical nurse
- Medication administration
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Diabetes management
- Patient care
- Charting and recording
Objectives
Licensed Practical Nurse interested in a full time position
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse-School Nurse
Henry County Board of Education
11.2017 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Henry County Medical Center
03.2015 - 07.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse –PRN
Elk Valley Health Services
05.2013 - 09.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse
Western State Hospital/Crown Services
07.2012 - 07.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse
Spring Creek Health Care
11.2011 - 07.2012
Office Assistant
Watkins Equipment
11.2007 - 12.2009
Shift Leader
Dollar General
08.2003 - 05.2009
Practical Nursing Program -
Tennessee Technology Center
General Education -
Henry County High School