Zamia Harper
Austin,Texas
Summary
Driven, dedicated, passionate, adaptable, detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse, enhancing patient outcomes through expert medication administration and vital signs monitoring. Skilled in direct patient care and mental health support, demonstrating a commitment to improving patient satisfaction and safety. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, embodying compassion and efficiency in high-pressure environments. I am multifaceted, willing to learn and cross train within many areas and environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute
05.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Monitor the health and well-being of medical and/or mom-medical tasks of the child, adolescent and adult for a given shift.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Provided prescribed medical treatment to individuals.
- Helped with the guidance of non-professional personnel in observing individuals for changes in conditions or behavior and reporting these changes to the charge nurse.
CNA
KARE Agency
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Patient Care Technician
The Blake At Township
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
Education
General Studies In Pre-health Sciences - Prenursing Studies
St. Louis Community College
Saint Louis, MILicensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Round Rock, TX01.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS02.2022
GED -
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS02.2019
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Patient Care
- ADL Assistance
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- AHA (BLS) CPR/AED
- SAMA
- Mental Health Support
- Memory Care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute
05.2024 - Current
CNA
KARE Agency
03.2022 - 12.2023
Patient Care Technician
The Blake At Township
08.2021 - 01.2022
General Studies In Pre-health Sciences - Prenursing Studies
St. Louis Community College
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance
Hinds Community College
GED -
Hinds Community College
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