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Whitley Wright

Dyersburg,TN

Summary

Accomplished Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Dyersburg Health and Rehab, adept in medication administration and providing compassionate care. Demonstrated success in clinical documentation and patient assessments, enhancing patient support and care outcomes. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient observation, committed to improving patient health and well-being.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Dyersburg Health and Rehab
Dyersburg, TN
08.2023 - Current

Medication pass

Assess vital signs

Managed documentation

Maintaining accurate patient information

Assistant to physicians

Documenting changes of behavior and health status of patients

Collecting specimens

Licensed Practical Nurse

Shiftkey
Jackson, TN
02.2022 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.

Licensed Practical Nurse

West Tennessee State Penitentiary
Henning, TN
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.

Education

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Newbern, TN
08.2021

Certificate - Medical Assisting

Concorde Career College
Memphis, TN
09.2014

High School Diploma -

Dyersburg High School
Dyersburg, TN
05.2008

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Wound Care
  • Compassionate Care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Geriatric Care
  • Vital signs
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Diabetes management
  • Catheter Care
  • Documenting intake
  • Breathing Treatments
  • ADL Assistance
  • Caregiving skills
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Intravenous Medications
  • Specimen Collection
  • Patient support
  • Patient Observation
  • Care Planning and Modifications

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Dyersburg Health and Rehab
08.2023 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Shiftkey
02.2022 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

West Tennessee State Penitentiary
11.2021 - 02.2022

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Tennessee College of Applied Technology

Certificate - Medical Assisting

Concorde Career College

High School Diploma -

Dyersburg High School
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