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Vanessa Echols

Wright,OK

Summary

Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with proven expertise in medication administration and direct patient care, honed at McCurtain Memorial Hospital. Exceptional at multitasking and prioritization, ensuring efficient patient flow and improved health outcomes. Certified in CPR, ACLS, PALS, NRP and STABLE. Showcasing a strong attention to detail and a commitment to HIPAA compliance. Knowledgeable Licensed Practical Nurse with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in Emergency, Medical Surgical, Nursery, and Postpartum settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

McCurtain Memorial Hospital
07.2012 - Current
  • Administer medications, controlled narcotics, and injections to patients. To ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
  • Assess patients' temperature, pulse, pain and blood pressure and record in electronic medical records.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Insert IVs, draw lab speciman's and perform catheterizations.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Monitored both mother and baby''s vital signs, ensuring timely identification of potential complications.
  • Assisted mothers in establishing breastfeeding relationships with infants with proper latching demonstrations.
  • Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
  • Monitored and assessed mother and newborn after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
  • Coordinated with nursing staff to arrange a timely screening for each newborn, minimizing disruptions to the daily workflow of the hospital unit.
  • Conducted newborn hearing screenings, facilitating early detection and intervention for potential hearing impairments.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Choctaw Memorial Hospital
05.2012 - 08.2012
  • Assisted physicians during examinations and treatments, ensuring proper execution of orders for better patient outcomes.
  • Expedited recovery times by implementing appropriate wound care measures and providing timely pain management.
  • Minimized potential medication errors by verifying orders and carefully administering prescribed therapies as directed by physicians.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored both mother and baby''s vital signs, ensuring timely identification of potential complications.
  • Assisted mothers in establishing breastfeeding relationships with infants with proper latching demonstrations.
  • Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
  • Monitored and assessed mother and newborn after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
  • Educated patients on newborn care, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum self-care practices.
  • Coordinated with nursing staff to arrange a timely screening for each newborn, minimizing disruptions to the daily workflow of the hospital unit.
  • Conducted newborn hearing screenings, facilitating early detection and intervention for potential hearing impairments.

Education

Certification - Practical Nursing

Kiamichi Technology Center
Antlers, Ok
05-2012

High School Diploma -

Valliant Public School
Valliant, OK
05-1998

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Immunization Administration
  • Specimen Collection
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Attention to Detail
  • Certified in CPR, ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Breastfeeding support
  • Postpartum Care
  • Neonatal care

Certification

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider - American Academy of Pediatrics.

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

McCurtain Memorial Hospital
07.2012 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Choctaw Memorial Hospital
05.2012 - 08.2012

Certification - Practical Nursing

Kiamichi Technology Center

High School Diploma -

Valliant Public School

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