Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ferncrest Manor Living Center
06.2024 - Current
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Hospice residents
Licensed Practical Nurse
Northlake Behavioral Health
01.2024 - 06.2024
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Medication Administration
Prioritizing patient safety and stability
Monitor for side effects and potential drug interactions
Participate in the treatment team meetings and provides input regarding patient response to medication and other observations
Assist in setting up appointments, consolations, and ensuring that patients attend their off-ground appointments
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Suites at Algiers Point Assisted Living
02.2020 - 04.2021
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Medical Assistant
St. Tammany Community Health Center
06.2016 - 07.2017
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
Prior authorizations
Education
Technical Diploma - Practical Nursing
Northshore Technical Community College
Bogalusa, LA
12-2019
No Degree - Certified Medical Assistant
Eastern College
New Orleans, LA
06-2016
High School Diploma -
Salmen High School
Slidell, LA
05-2013
Skills
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Geriatric care
Physical assessment
Wound care
HIPAA compliance
Documentation accuracy
Catheter care
ADL assistance
CPR/AED
Dementia knowledge and care
Hospice care
Trach care
Patient education
Phlebotomy
Task delegation
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ferncrest Manor Living Center
06.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Northlake Behavioral Health
01.2024 - 06.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Suites at Algiers Point Assisted Living
02.2020 - 04.2021
Medical Assistant
St. Tammany Community Health Center
06.2016 - 07.2017
Technical Diploma - Practical Nursing
Northshore Technical Community College
No Degree - Certified Medical Assistant
Eastern College
High School Diploma -
Salmen High School
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