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Velma Pires

Pittsfield,MA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with ten years of extensive experience. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable, and stressful environments. Has a history of seamlessly interfacing with doctors, specialized support services, patients, and visiting families. I am an ADN student at Vermont State University, graduating in May 2024.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

IntelyCare
Quincy, MA
03.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections, and performing other nursing duties.
  • Performed routine laboratory tests, including urinalysis and blood glucose monitoring.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, and reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
  • Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.

LPN

MAS Medical Staffing
Worcester, MA
06.2015 - 03.2022
  • Assisted with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
  • Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
  • Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.

LPN

Berkshire Meadows
Great Barrington, MA
06.2015 - 11.2018
  • Assisted with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
  • Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Practical Nursing

Berkshire Community College
Pittsfield, MA
05-2014

High School Diploma -

Refugio High School
Refugio, TX
05-1988

Skills

  • Bilingual - Spanish
  • Phlebotomy
  • Dementia/Alzheimer's Certificate
  • Geriatric Care
  • MA Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • ADL Assistance

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

IntelyCare
03.2022 - Current

LPN

MAS Medical Staffing
06.2015 - 03.2022

LPN

Berkshire Meadows
06.2015 - 11.2018

Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Practical Nursing

Berkshire Community College

High School Diploma -

Refugio High School

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