Xavier Shelton
Hopkinsville,KY
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with a background in providing quality patient care. Dependable and reliable, demonstrating a strong work ethic. Patient-oriented, with extensive hands-on experience, I excel in communication, adaptability, and empathy. Proven record of remaining calm under pressure, while maintaining strong attention to detail. Skills include monitoring vital signs, administering medications and injections, monitoring patient changes, and working closely with health care providers to provide quality patient care. Demonstrating the ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Western Kentucky Pulmonary clinic
Hopkinsville, Kentucky
09.2024 - Current
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Measured and recorded the patient's height, weight, and other vital signs, and performed chest x-rays.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Provided nursing care to patients with a wide range of medical conditions.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, medication administration, and other treatments as required. Documented patient medical histories.
- Managed medication orders, including submission to pharmacies and accurate documentation in patient charts.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Charter Senior Living
Hopkinsville, Kentucky
01.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, documented changes, and reported concerns to the proper staff per protocol.
- Administered medication and injections, including insulin, as prescribed by the physician, closely adhering to medical directives.
- Monitored vital signs, glucose levels, fluid intake, and other medical test results.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care, and environment to nursing supervisors and/or appropriate staff.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Ensured clinical documentation remained accurate and current, adhering to established protocols for treatments.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Clarksville, TN08-2023
Hopkinsville High School
Hopkinsville, KY05-2019
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Samples collection
- Clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- Outpatient care
- Diabetes management
- HIPAA protocols
- Infection control procedures
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Time management
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (Licensure)
- CPR certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Western Kentucky Pulmonary clinic
09.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Charter Senior Living
01.2024 - Current
Practical Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Hopkinsville High School
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