Arlinda Thomas
Shreveport
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with background in providing quality patient care. Skills include conducting physical examinations, administering medications and injections, monitoring patient progress and educating patients on health management. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes. Proven track record of remaining calm under pressure while maintaining strong attention to detail.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Willis Knighton Medical Center
Shreveport
01.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to healthcare providers' instructions.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care procedures.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
CNA
The Glen Retirement System
Shreveport
11.2024 - 06.2026
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Collaborated with team members to support individualized care plans.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Followed infection control procedures to ensure a safe environment for residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in resident living areas and common spaces.
CNA
LSU Medical Center
Shreveport
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in resident rooms and common areas.
- Supported residents during meals, promoting proper nutrition and hydration.
- Documented care provided in resident records accurately and efficiently.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LA12-2025
High School Diploma -
Southwood High School
Shreveport, LA05-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA07-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Respiratory monitoring
- ADL assistance
- Infection control
- Wound care
- Catheter care
- Postoperative care
- Inpatient care
- EHR management
- Meditech software
- Health education
- Care planning
- HIPAA compliance
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Relationship building
- Medication administration
Certification
- CNA
- LPN
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Willis Knighton Medical Center
01.2026 - Current
CNA
The Glen Retirement System
11.2024 - 06.2026
CNA
LSU Medical Center
08.2024 - 11.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bossier Parish Community College
High School Diploma -
Southwood High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana