Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity and safety.
Oversaw explanation of personnel policies and job descriptions as part of nursing employee orientation process.
Coordinated scheduling and daily staffing assignment.
Coordinated our interdisciplinary SWAT program.
Inventory and stock medical supplies
Licensed Practical Nurse
The waters of Roan Highlands
Roan Mountain, TN
03.2021 - Current
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Administration of medications per MD orders.
performed assessments on patients during medication rounds.
Performed Wound care per MD order.
Delegated tasks for floor staff.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ivy Hall Nursing Home
Elizabethton, TN
05.2020 - 07.2022
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ivy Hall Nursing Home
Elizabethton, TN
09.2015 - 07.2022
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Elizabethton
Elizabethton, TN
04.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Northeast State Community College
Blountville, TN
Skills
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Critical Thinking
Verbal and Written Communication
Direct Patient Care
Decision Making
Issue Resolution
Process Improvements
Work Planning and Prioritization
Employee Work Scheduling
Relationship Building
Accomplishments
Commitment to Caring Award at Ivy Hall nursing home.
Rising star + Employee of the month at the Waters of Roan highlands
2015 Jeff and Mike mckinney award (work ethic award at highschool)
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant
Infection prevention training for nursing homes
IV therapy
Licensed PRactical Nurse
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
The Waters of Roan Highlands
07.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
The waters of Roan Highlands
03.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ivy Hall Nursing Home
05.2020 - 07.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ivy Hall Nursing Home
09.2015 - 07.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Elizabethton