Whitney Robinson
Broussard,LA
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in patient care, including clinical testing, emergency response, and collaborative healthcare. Demonstrates exceptional organizational and communication skills, with a strong ability to manage medical equipment and patient documentation. Eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team and enhance patient outcomes in a new clinical setting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Voitier Group-Lafayette Parish Correctional Crnter
12.2023 - Current
- Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Trained new nursing staff on policies, procedures, and best practices within correctional settings.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Delivered compassionate nursing care while maintaining professional boundaries and upholding ethical standards within the prison setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each inmate.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advantage Medical Professionals-Hunts Correctional
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Administered medications and treatments in compliance with facility protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for inmates with chronic health conditions.
- Educated inmates on health management, promoting wellness and preventive care strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance overall inmate healthcare delivery.
- Conducted health assessments, identifying urgent medical needs and coordinating responses.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
Licensed Practical Nurse-Corrections
Advantage Medical Professionals-Lafayette Parish Correctional Center
12.2020 - 06.2023
- Performs select clinical tests including, but not limited to; urinalysis, phlebotomy duties, urine culture and sensitivity, pregnancy tests, blood glucose monitoring, etc. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
- Collaborate, take direction, and initiate actions that will allow the assumption of cross-functional team actions to ensure seamless patient care.
- Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol.
- Observes, records, and reports to the supervising nurse and/or physician the patient’s response to treatment and changes in the patient’s condition.
Licensed Practical Nurse-Cancer Center of Acadiana
Lafayette General Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Performs variety of office responsibilities: answers phones and takes messages and performs triage within scope of licensed practical nursing practice in an accurate and timely manner.
- Maintains adequate inventory of examination room supplies and prepares exam rooms at the beginning and end of day and between each patient contact.
- Recognizes emergencies and responds appropriately in adherence to organizational policy and procedure.
- Collaborates with Provider and team on improving and managing quality goals.
- Performs any clinical functions within scope of license as ordered by physician.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Complete Home Health
10.2016 - 08.2019
- Use a comprehensive and patient-specific care plan with innovative solutions while providing quality patient care and performing technical skilled care in the patient’s home.
- Provide one-on-one skilled nursing care and treatment to patients in their home.
- Assess, monitor, document and report progress of patients’ health and condition using required documents such as clinical progress notes using a clinician-preferred technology within established timelines.
- Collaborate with physicians, patients and their families, nurses, therapists, social workers and other members of the patient care team to implement and follow a patient specific care and treatment plan.
Licensed Practical Nurse-Telemetry Unit
University Hospitals & Clinics
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Participates in patient treatment regimen, including administering medications (under the supervision of a physician and registered nurse).
- Interviews patient about current problems, medications, and allergies and reviews medical record for pertinent previous and current information.
- Establishes and documents patient treatment regimen under supervision of RN or MD and implements treatment.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
South Louisiana Community College
Crowley, LA12.2014
High School - undefined
Bogalusa High School
Bogalusa, LA05.2005
Skills
- BLS certification
- IV Therapy certification
- Interpersonal skills
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Presentation skills
- Microsoft Office
- EMR
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Self-directed
- Good judgement
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Voitier Group-Lafayette Parish Correctional Crnter
12.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advantage Medical Professionals-Hunts Correctional
02.2023 - 12.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse-Corrections
Advantage Medical Professionals-Lafayette Parish Correctional Center
12.2020 - 06.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse-Cancer Center of Acadiana
Lafayette General Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Complete Home Health
10.2016 - 08.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse-Telemetry Unit
University Hospitals & Clinics
10.2015 - 10.2016
Diploma - Practical Nursing
South Louisiana Community College
High School - undefined
Bogalusa High School