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Uhura Gittens

Slidell,LA

Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with three years of hands-on experience, complemented by twenty years of clinical and clerical expertise as a medical assistant, committed to continuous learning and professional growth, with a strong focus on supporting physicians in accurate diagnoses and effective care planning. Proficient in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring, while fostering team collaboration to adapt to evolving healthcare needs. Recognized for exceptional communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and empathy in high-pressure environments, dedicated to making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

IntelliChoice Home Health
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • 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.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

LPN

Wellpath
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and streamline communication processes.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, medication management, and health maintenance strategies.
  • Maintained accurate and timely documentation in electronic health record systems for compliance and continuity of care.
  • Provided support during medical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.

LPN, Unit Manager

Greenville Health And Rehabilitation
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and quality standards.
  • Implemented patient-centered care plans, enhancing overall patient satisfaction and outcomes.
  • Conducted regular staff training sessions, improving team competency and performance metrics.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline patient admissions and discharge processes.
  • Developed and enforced infection control procedures, promoting a safe healthcare environment.
  • Assisted in the onboarding process for new nursing staff members by providing orientation training, feedback, and ongoing support as needed.
  • Ensured optimal patient outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments to identify potential complications or deviations from expected recovery patterns.

LPN

National Staffing Solutions
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Provided emotional support to patients, fostering a compassionate environment during recovery processes.
  • Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to a safe healthcare setting for patients and staff.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • 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.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.

LPN

Cyneth Health
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.

LPN

Enhanced Health Solutions
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to identify changes, reporting findings to nursing staff promptly.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment procedures and preventive measures.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, maintaining confidentiality and data integrity.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
  • Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.

LPN

ShiftMed
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Administered medications and treatments in accordance with care plans and protocols.
  • Assessed patient conditions and documented changes in electronic health records accurately.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare providers promptly.
  • Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
  • Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
  • Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
  • Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.

LPN

Family Medical Center San Pablo
04.2021 - 07.2021
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, facilitating timely interventions.
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.

LPN

Southern Correctional Medicine
12.2020 - 04.2021
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.

LPN

Emerald Healthcare Center
09.2020 - 12.2020
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for effective care planning.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, promoting improved understanding of care procedures.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to patient needs and preferences.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate services, enhancing communication and patient outcomes.

Education

No Degree - Nursing

Fortis Institute
Port Saint Lucie, FL
06-2020

Skills

  • Sterilization Procedures
  • Lab Equipment Operations
  • Injections
  • BLS Certified
  • Phlebotomy
  • Wound Care
  • EKG
  • Charting
  • ICD and CPT Coding
  • PeopleSoft 8, HCMS, and ADP
  • Medical Software including ECW, CPOE, OR Manager, Novious Radiology, Care System, PCC, Syntactx
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Medication administration

Certification

  • Licensed LPN - PN5246420

Timeline

LPN

IntelliChoice Home Health
01.2025 - 03.2025

LPN

Wellpath
10.2024 - 12.2024

LPN, Unit Manager

Greenville Health And Rehabilitation
06.2024 - 09.2024

LPN

National Staffing Solutions
01.2024 - 06.2024

LPN

Cyneth Health
08.2023 - 01.2024

LPN

Enhanced Health Solutions
01.2023 - 07.2023

LPN

ShiftMed
04.2022 - 06.2023

LPN

Family Medical Center San Pablo
04.2021 - 07.2021

LPN

Southern Correctional Medicine
12.2020 - 04.2021

LPN

Emerald Healthcare Center
09.2020 - 12.2020

No Degree - Nursing

Fortis Institute

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