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Victoria
Brooks
Professional Summary

Skilled nursing professional with 3 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assess health status, develop diagnoses and manage care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.

Enthusiastic Registered Nurse eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel as a Registered Nurse.

Skills
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Infection Control
  • Vaccine administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Management
  • Wound Care
  • Good listening skills
  • Educate Clients
  • Professional Appearance
  • Customer Service
  • Icd-9 Forms
Education
College Of The MainlandCity, State05/2020Associate Degree in Nursing: Nursing
  • Professional development completed in Nursing
College of the MainlandCity, State12/2017Certificate : LVN
  • Dean's List First and Second Semester in 2017
Work History
Company Name- Lead Staff Nurse
City, State12/2018 - Current

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  • Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical ability, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
  • Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
  • Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Company Name- LVN
City, State07/2018 - 02/2019
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms.
  • Educated patients and caregivers of various available external resources to support wound management, disease management and medication administration.
  • Defined patient advocacy objectives for patients and caregivers through collaboration with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
  • Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies.
  • Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
  • Documented all information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to DONs and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
  • Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
  • Provided wound care and dressing changes routinely.
Company Name- LVN Charge Nurse
City, State03/2018 - 07/2018
  • Delivered skilled nursing care in routine/stressful periods at the highest standards of excellence.
  • Reviewed physical needs, monitored patients' physical condition, administered approved medications Supervised and assessed vital changes in patient's condition by monitoring vital signs, symptoms, and test results.
  • Documented and recorded patients' health status and nursing care.
  • Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Managed various medications and treatments, which included peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and intramuscular injections and treatment.
  • Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms.
  • Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
  • Documented all information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to LVNs and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising Nurse's
  • Professionally interacted, updated and advocated care plans to patients and loved ones.
  • Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
  • Provided wound care and dressing changes routinely.
Company Name- PCA II
City, State01/2010 - 03/2018
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Monitored,tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
  • Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
Accomplishments
  • BLS - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
  • Worked with software including Epic, Kinnser, Core, and Point Click Care
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 10 staff members.
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • College Of The Mainland
  • College of the Mainland

Job Titles Held:

  • Lead Staff Nurse
  • LVN
  • LVN Charge Nurse
  • PCA II

Degrees

  • Associate Degree in Nursing : Nursing
    Certificate : LVN

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