Verna Wilson
license practical nurse
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Analytical and strategic [Job Title] with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over [Number] years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in [Type] patient support.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
License Practical Nurse
Fountainview Center
Atlanta , Georgia
2009.11 - 2021.11
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
License Practical Nurse
Golden Living
Tucker , Georgia
1990.04 - 2010.09
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia Perimeter College
Clarkston, GA06.1997
Skills
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Intravenous Medications
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Equipment Assembly
- Wound Dressing
- Needs Assessment
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Recording Vital Signs
- Conditions Reporting
- Examination and Test Preparation
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
volunteer for over 10 years with meals on wheel
I deliver meals to home bound resident (elderly and disable persons to their home) every other weekend for over 10 years. I enjoy helping others and get a great deal of satisfaction being able to provide service to people who need help.
Timeline
License Practical Nurse
Fountainview Center
2009.11 - 2021.11
License Practical Nurse
Golden Living
1990.04 - 2010.09
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia Perimeter College
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
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