Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Candace Carrier

Branch

Summary

My objective is to obtain a field position with your company that would challenge my knowledge and education, utilizing my experience in the field of nursing to our mutual advantage.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1994
1994
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Restaurant Owner

Nicks on 2nd-Owner
Eunice
04.2019 - 05.2024
  • Managed daily operations of restaurant, ensuring smooth workflow and service quality.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the restaurant including staff scheduling, budgeting and inventory management.

LPN Office Nurse (Intake Coordinator)

Medsource Home Health
Lafayette
05.2014 - 04.2019

• Received MD orders and carried out.

  • Maintained patient records using electronic health record systems.

• Processed referrals.

• Saw Patients in the field when short staffed.

LPN Office Nurse & Field Nurse

Central Louisiana Home Health
Opelousas
04.2010 - 04.2014
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation.
  • Utilized various computer software programs proficiently in order to document patient data.
  • Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
  • Assisted with patient assessments and documented vital signs.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and care procedures.
  • Performed wound care and dressing changes following established protocols.
  • Responded to patient inquiries and provided compassionate support consistently.

LPN Field Nurse

United Home Care
Eunice
08.2006 - 04.2010
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Conducted patient assessments to monitor health status and identify needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans for patients.
  • Provided wound care and performed basic medical procedures effectively.
  • Assisted in coordinating home care services to ensure patient support.
  • Communicated regularly with physicians regarding patient progress and concerns.

LPN-Floor Nurse

Eunice Manor
Eunice
03.1999 - 08.2006
  • Administered medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted with daily living activities for residents in long-term care.

Education

LPN License 980877 - Practical Nursing

TH Harris
Opelousas, LA
08.1997 - 10.1998

St Edmund High School
Eunice, Louisiana

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

LSU-E, LSU-A, Delgado Community College

Skills

Patient Assessment

Medication Management

Wound Care

Lab Work

Monitoring Vital Signs

Patient Education

Coordination of Care

Documentation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Restaurant Owner

Nicks on 2nd-Owner
04.2019 - 05.2024

LPN Office Nurse (Intake Coordinator)

Medsource Home Health
05.2014 - 04.2019

LPN Office Nurse & Field Nurse

Central Louisiana Home Health
04.2010 - 04.2014

LPN Field Nurse

United Home Care
08.2006 - 04.2010

LPN-Floor Nurse

Eunice Manor
03.1999 - 08.2006

LPN License 980877 - Practical Nursing

TH Harris
08.1997 - 10.1998

St Edmund High School

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

LSU-E, LSU-A, Delgado Community College
Candace Carrier