Experienced Licensed practical nurse with expertise in acute rehab, medical-surgical and long-term care. Skilled in patient monitoring, diagnostic testing, and providing compassionate care across a variety of healthcare settings. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance and delivering exceptional support to patients with diverse needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Schervier Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
11.2024 - Current
Supervise nursing staff to ensure optimal patient care and adherence to protocols.
Perform wound care, IV infusion, Vaccinations and other necessary procedures.
Provide patient education on health conditions and self-care practices.
Quickly responds to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Use first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Conduct daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Assemble and used equipment such catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
Coordinate patient assessments, and assist with creating individualized care plans for diverse needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Carolton
06.2023 - 10.2024
Manages patients' care, monitors and documents patients' physical condition, obtains vitals, performs charting, medication administration of oral, topical and intra dermal injections, nebulizer treatments, glucose monitoring and insulin administration
Wound care, gastronomy tube feeding and tube-site care, colostomy care, stoma care and bladder screening
Preparing /hanging IV medications, initiating in-dwelling, Foley catheter and documenting electronic health records
Follows rehabilitation and treatment plans to accelerate patient recovery; minimize pain, discomfort, infections and complications; dispensed medications as specified
Performs medical screenings and ensures HIPAA compliance
Assists with specialized medical conditions and treatments, assists doctor as needed.
Increase patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Home Health Aide
EMPRO Staffing
11.2022 - 06.2023
Assisted patients at home with medical and companionship needs and activities of daily living
Worked with elderly, Alzheimer’s, Dementia , G-Tube and Tracheostomy patients