Yvonne Smith
Columbus,OH
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with eight years of extensive experience at Nationwide Children's Hospital. Eager and motivated to transition into adult critical care nursing to enhance clinical skills and competencies in high-acuity environments. Superior ability to maintain composure and make accurate decisions in fast-paced, high-stress environments, with a history of providing exceptional direct and indirect care to patients in many different settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, OH
03.2018 - Current
- Perform physical assessments, obtain vital signs, and health history documentation.
- Administer medications and vaccines according to established protocols.
- Maintain a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Collect blood, urine, nasal, and throat samples from patients for routine laboratory testing.
- Deliver high-quality, direct, and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Conduct sterile straight catheterization on patients.
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, OH
03.2017 - 09.2018
- Provided total care for a fully dependent patient in a private home setting, including all ADLs, medication administration, mobility support, head-to-toe assessment, performing therapies, and ongoing monitoring of vital signs.
- Maintained accurate and detailed nursing documentation of the patient's health assessments, treatments, and medications administered per facility policy.
- Operated medical equipment such as the Hoyer lift, ventilator, suction machine, and enteral feeding system.
- Performed tracheostomy care, including routine suctioning, dressing changes, site care, and tube maintenance.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mcnaughten Pointe Nursing and Rehab
Columbus, OH
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Administered medications.
- Performed glucose checks.
- Performed dressing changes, started enteral feedings, maintained urinary catheters, and assisted residents with activities of daily living.
Patient Care Assistant
Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
Columbus, OH
04.2016 - 07.2016
- Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
- Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
- Obtained and recorded vital signs.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH12-2025
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
Westerville, OH06-2016
High School Diploma -
Northland High School
Columbus, OH06-2001
Skills
- Medication administration
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Direct patient care
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Documentation
- Pediatric care
- Verbal and written communication
- Immunization administration
- Vital signs
Certification
- CPR certified through the American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) Program.
- IV Certified
- Certified Lactation Counselor
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nationwide Children's Hospital
03.2018 - Current
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse
Nationwide Children's Hospital
03.2017 - 09.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mcnaughten Pointe Nursing and Rehab
10.2016 - 03.2017
Patient Care Assistant
Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
04.2016 - 07.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Northland High School
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