ZELLA "MENDI" CLOXTON
Severance,CO
Summary
Skilled at providing comprehensive nursing care to diverse patient populations. Patient-oriented Nurse with 22 years' diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and CLINIC, PRISON, MED-SURG, OBTERTRICS, HOME HEALTH and SURGERY department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Patient-oriented nursing professional with 21 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in multiple settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Compassionate Clinic LVN known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care management, wound dressing, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to enhance patient satisfaction and support healthcare team effectiveness.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinic LVN
Village Medical Centers
Fort Collins, CO
02.2024 - Current
- Responded promptly to inquiries from patients regarding their medical conditions or treatment plans.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Prepared exam rooms prior to patient visits including stocking supplies and ensuring equipment was functioning properly.
Clinic LVN ASSISTANT TO CNO
DHCHD, DFMC
Dalhart, TX
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Prepared patient rooms for visits by cleaning, sanitizing equipment and stocking supplies.
- Performed nursing assessments and collected patient medical histories to help determine proper diagnosis.
- Instructed patients and family members on medication and treatment instructions to promote adherence to guidelines.
- Cared for clinic patients by administering medications and treatments for various conditions.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' conditions and reactions to drugs and treatments.
- Prepared charts for clinic patients, gathering hospital records and test results.
- Followed up on diagnostic tests to verify completion and obtain results for treatment planning.
- Triaged patients' issues based on stated symptoms, basic assessments and documented vitals.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Oversaw nursing operations for DFMC and HCCRHC unit, delivering leadership, assistance and management for staff.
- Kept close eye on department operations to maintain coverage of needs.
- Administered disciplinary action for employee performance deficiencies, infractions and conduct issues after consulting with employees and HR staff.
- Assessed effectiveness of patient interventions to maintain quality care.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Used EMDS & MEDITECH to update electronic medical records with relevant patient information, laboratory test results and clinician orders.
Surgical Scrub Technician
DHCHD
Dalhart
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally-invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments.
- Used hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment to control bleeding.
- Closed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools.
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms.
- Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
LVN
Home Health Services
Dalhart
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Home Health LVN
DHCHD/LEGACY ASSISTED LIVING
Dalhart, TX
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
LVN Floor Nurse
DHCHD
Dalhart, TX
10.2015 - 12.2019
- Monitored patients and administered care through daily activities such as VITAL SIGNS and MEDICATIONS.
- Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in clinic setting by coaching and supporting.
- Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests, and procedures.
- Oversaw audits to maintain compliance with local, state and federal healthcare regulations.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Developed and actualized strategies to standardize supply and inventory management.
- Managed audits to comply with all established regulations and guidelines.
- Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
LVN
TTUHSC Allied Health
Lubbock, TX
07.2013 - 11.2015
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing and lab testing.
- Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
LVN Floor Nurse
Moore County Hospital District
Dumas, TX
11.2003 - 05.2013
- Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
- Trained new staff on facility policies, procedures and electronic medical record management systems.
- Collected lab specimens, monitored fluid intake/output, and analyzed and interpreted lab results and cardiac rhythm strips; actioned emergency interventions to stabilize patients.
- Observed and carrie out physician and nursing orders.
- Performed assessment planning, implementation and evaluation of care for assigned patients, including discharge planning, utilizing interdisciplinary team approach.
- Delivered quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests, and procedures.
- Updated medical records with current vitals, behavioral observations and medication details.
- Delivered care and treatment reflective of appropriate infection control techniques and universal precautions.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Monitored patient interactions to medications, therapies and changes in plans of care.
- Measured and monitored patient vital signs.
- Directed day-to-day patient care and nursing activities within 8-bed unit.
Education
LVN - NURSING
Frank Phillips College
Borger, TX05.2003
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound Management
- Outpatient care
- Patient rights advocacy
- Nursing Plan Development
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Management
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Diabetes management
- Charting Medication Administration
- Patient Care
- PPE use
- Healthcare coordination
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
- NRP
- IV certified
Accomplishments
- SUPER USER TRAINER FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF NEW EMD'S SYSTEM
- ASSISTANT TO CNO
- Backup immunization coordinator at DFMC and Village Medical
Additional Information
Amanda Cox FNP-C
1-806-778-1776
- Worked directly with/for in clinic setting for several years.
Elma Romero, Admissions Coordinator
1-575-207-5170
- Worked as CNA in 1999-2002
- Worked with in clinic setting from 2015 til current
Mindy Smith LVN, Nurse Supervisor
1-913-565-5085
- Co-worker from 2015 til current
Priscilla Barron, Clinic Supervisor
1-254-434-7613
- Co-Worker/Supervisor from 2015
Timeline
Clinic LVN
Village Medical Centers
02.2024 - Current
Clinic LVN ASSISTANT TO CNO
DHCHD, DFMC
09.2021 - 01.2024
Surgical Scrub Technician
DHCHD
02.2021 - 09.2022
LVN
Home Health Services
08.2020 - 02.2021
Home Health LVN
DHCHD/LEGACY ASSISTED LIVING
08.2020 - 02.2021
LVN Floor Nurse
DHCHD
10.2015 - 12.2019
LVN
TTUHSC Allied Health
07.2013 - 11.2015
LVN Floor Nurse
Moore County Hospital District
11.2003 - 05.2013
LVN - NURSING
Frank Phillips College
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