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LICENSE PRACTICAL NURSE
Professional Summary
Ability to prioritize and remain focused on the essence of an issue Excellent with customer support services Skilled at learning new concepts quickly while working well under pressure Advocate for patient rights; strive to understand a patient's needs and concerns. Hardworking and energetic; flexible; adapt easily to change of environment and work schedule. Maintain critical thinking skills essential to providing competent and dignified patient care Personable; interface effectively with patients, families, and nursing staff. Proven ability to create a positive working environment that uplifts patients' spirits
Certifications and Licenses
Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of Florida, License number  awaiting license number
License Practical Nurse in the State of Florida, License number PN5183415
Skill Highlights
  • Specimen collection/processing proficiency
  • Sterilization techniques mastery
  • Specimen collection/processing proficiency
  • Medical clinical procedures comprehension
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Infection control standards expert
  • Wound cleaning/care expertise
  • Diabetes, Hospice and Stroke Patient Care
  • Familiarity with disease management programs
Professional Experience
November 2012
to
Current
DOC Central Florida Reception Center
  • Entered data Process client files and schedule appoint
  • Provide high quality for patients, with responsibility Vital Signs; Wound Care; and oxygen therapy Collect specimens from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Administer Medication
  • Assist in initial assessment of patients upon admission
  • Assist with discharge planning
  • Report changes in patients' conditions routinely and when requiring immediate attention.
  • Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative and supportive services as the senior nurse on a primary health care team.
  • Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines.
  • Provided palliative care inSound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
  • Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Patient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
  • Evaluated patients presenting with asthma, appendicitis and hernia.
  • Provided patient diagnosis under strict time constraints
  • Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.
  • Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Coordinated the review, revision and creation of Operational Policies within ER Department.
  • Managed caseload of 20 or more clients, providing education, treatments, IV therapy, venipuncture and wound care.
August 2010
to
June 2012
Florida Hospital Centra CareLicense Practical Nurse
  • Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative and supportive services as the senior nurse on a primary health care team.
  • Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
  • Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.
  • Simultaneously served as lead health care provider and office manager of family clinic.
  • Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
  • Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
  • Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery. Entered data Process client files and schedule appoint
  • Provide high quality for patients, with responsibility Vital Signs; Wound Care; and oxygen therapy Collect specimens from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Administer Medication
  • Assist with initial assessment of patients upon admission and assist with discharge planning
  • Report changes in patients' conditions routinely and when requiring immediate attention.
October 2009
to
May 2010
Consult Health and RehabCape Coral, FLLicense Practical Nurse
  • Entered data Managed multi-lined phones Process client files and schedule appoint Provide high quality for patients, with responsibility Tracheostomy Care; Vital Signs; Wound Care; Nasopharengeal and oxygen therapy, Oral Suctioning; Intravenous Therapy; Application of Dressings; Insertion of Catheters Follow up with timely and accurate charting procedures and verify prior shift information.
  • Conduct initial assessment of patients upon admission and assist with discharge planning.
  • Report changes in patients' conditions routinely and when requiring immediate attention.
  • Collect specimens from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Monitor, evaluate and record food and liquid intake and output levels.
  • Orientate of new personnel inareas of patient care, medical practices and procedures.
  • Operate equipment and assistive devices to safely transfer patients dispensing of medications.
June 2008
to
September 2009
Good SamaritanKissimmee, FlLicense Practical Nurse
  • Entered data Managed multi-lined phones Process client files and schedule appoint Provide high quality for patients, with responsibility Tracheostomy Care; Vital Signs; Wound Care; Nasopharengeal and oxygen therapy, Oral Suctioning; Intravenous Therapy; Application of Dressings; Insertion of Catheters Follow up with timely and accurate charting procedures and verify prior shift information.
  • Conduct initial assessment of patients upon admission and assist with discharge planning.
  • Report changes in patients' conditions routinely and when requiring immediate attention.
  • Collect specimens from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Monitor, evaluate and record food and liquid intake and output levels.
  • Orientate of new personnel in areas of patient care, medical practices and procedures.
  • Operate equipment and assistive devices to safely transfer patients dispensing of medications.
Education and Training
1999
Far Rockaway H.S G.E.D High SchoolRockaway, NYHigh School Diploma
2008
Ridge Career CenterWinter Haven, FL, USACertificate in Practical Nursing: Practical NursingCoursework in Acute Care Nursing , Women's Health, Diabetes Management,  Adult and Family Health
2016
Jersey College School of NursingBrandon, FL, USAAssociate of Science: Professional NursingCoursework in Adult and Family Health, Diabetes Management ,Women's Health, Acute Care Nursing ,Pediatric Health, Mental health , Emergency Health and General Health   
Skills
Auditing Charts,  conferences, client, discharge planning, documentation, faxing, filing, laboratory testing, Administer Medication, office, patient care, pr, safety, Collect specimens, supervisor, phones, Therapy, Vital Signs, Wound Care Healthcare: intravenous therapy, MEDISOFT, computerized charting, STD counseling, breastfeeding educator People skills: great bedside manner, enthusiastic people person, advanced problem-solving, great organizational skills
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • DOC Central Florida Reception Center
  • Florida Hospital Centra Care
  • Consult Health and Rehab
  • Good Samaritan

School Attended

  • Far Rockaway H.S G.E.D High School
  • Ridge Career Center
  • Jersey College School of Nursing

Job Titles Held:

  • License Practical Nurse

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Certificate in Practical Nursing : Practical Nursing
    Associate of Science : Professional Nursing

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