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William Pippin

Roseboro,N.C.

Summary

I am interested in a full time clinical position. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 25+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse/Technican

Womack Gastroenterology
10.2016 - Current
  • Performed patient care tasks in support of the Gastroenterology (GI) Service, Internal Medicine Services, Department of Medicine and Department of Surgery.
  • In addition to general nursing care, my work requires specialized experience and practical knowledge such as; patient preparation, set-up of instruments and assistance with minor surgery and complex diagnostic procedures that include general endoscopy, esophagogastroduodenoscopy, percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG), colonoscopy, trans-colonoscopy, polypectomy, rigid and flexible sigmoidoscopy, liver biopsies, EUS, ERCP, ESD, TIF and post-procedure care and processing
  • Independently performs documentary receipt, transfer, replenishment, adjustment, issue and disposal of medical and non-medical automated property book items and troubleshooting of problems in the Defense medical Logistics Standard Support (DMLSS) automated property accounting system
  • Assists with ordering and maintenance of equipment totaling over 4 million dollars
  • Have maintained High Level Disinfection certification since 2016
  • Am currently subject matter expert in department as Super User, being point of reference and trainer for process and procedures.
  • Certified preceptor for multiple current staff members in policies and equipment
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.

CBRN/Assistant NCOIC

Womack Army Medical Center
02.2018 - 01.2020
  • Serves as a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosive Operations Specialist (CBRNE)
  • Assisted in for the planning, organizing, directing, and coordination of installation and mission activities for separate assigned programs and matrixed assets
  • Serves as advisor to the supervisor concerning CBRNE first responder, emergency responder, and CBRNE aspects of AT/FP incidents or events
  • Provides technical advice and assistance in all aspects of Joint and Army Homeland Security (HS), CBRNE incident management, and AT/FP doctrine, organization, training, materiel, leadership and education, personnel, and facilities (DOTMLPF) efforts
  • Maintains the CBRNE Installation Support Team (IST) equipment
  • Plans and executes individual and collective training for the IST
  • Maintain CBRNE Installation Protection Program Equipment
  • Monitors and provides technical assistance to organization to maintain CBRNE first responder equipment and CBRNE emergency responder equipment
  • Assists the supervisor to coordinate support agreements for the CBRNE installation preparedness program
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Womack Army Medical Center
12.2012 - 03.2016
  • Performed cardiac monitoring and evaluation
  • Treated patients with CVA, head traumas, and intracranial hematomas
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Post-Procedure Patient Care: Provide written and verbal reports regarding patients’s care and retrieve X-ray and laboratory reports for inclusion in the patient medical record
  • Monitors for signs of complication or reaction; administers CPR and other resuscitative measures as needed
  • Instructs patients in sound health practices taking into account illness, physical limitations, culture and socio-economic status
  • Teaches patients warning signs for early detection of disease

Licensed Practical Nurse

Harnett Health Systems
05.2000 - 12.2012
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Elizabethtown Nursing Center
07.1996 - 07.1998
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

Hospital Corpsman

United States Navy
12.1992 - 05.1996
  • Perform basic physical assessments
  • Administer medications and assisted in diagnostic testing
  • Assisted in recovery and return to baseline for patient active daily tasks
  • Assessed patients and documented patient histories
  • Coordinated with doctors and register nurses
  • Maintained detailed records of patients'' medical histories, exam findings, and treatment plans to facilitate efficient communication among healthcare team members.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.

Education

Nursing

Bladen Community College
Dublin, NC
05.1998

Hospital Corpsman - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)

United States Navy Corps School
Great Lakes, IL
02.1992

Skills

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • High Level Disinfection
  • Subject Matter Expert
  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Emergency Response
  • Healthcare Software Proficiency

Timeline

CBRN/Assistant NCOIC

Womack Army Medical Center
02.2018 - 01.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse/Technican

Womack Gastroenterology
10.2016 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Womack Army Medical Center
12.2012 - 03.2016

Licensed Practical Nurse

Harnett Health Systems
05.2000 - 12.2012

Licensed Practical Nurse

Elizabethtown Nursing Center
07.1996 - 07.1998

Hospital Corpsman

United States Navy
12.1992 - 05.1996

Nursing

Bladen Community College

Hospital Corpsman - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)

United States Navy Corps School
William Pippin