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LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Professional Summary

Proficient and caring Nursing team member offering over 2 years of patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Skills
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Notifying family members
  • Patient Management
  • Breathing treatments
  • Caregiving skills
  • Patient Assessments
  • Chronic disease management
  • Direct Patient Care
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse | 06/2018 to Current
Medical Facilities Of America - Lynchburg, VA
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
  • Delivered updates in patient status to , recording all changes in medical records
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
  • Monitored and tracked patient vitals in to keep team informed of changing conditions
  • Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses
  • Performed several functional assessments and physical examinations for admission and discharge to report changes in patient condition
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges when required
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures
  • Cared for over 3 Dementia and Alzheimer's patients each day with quality-driven support
Residential Aide | 09/2014 to 06/2018
Horizon Behavioral Health - Lynchburg, VA
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings and taking classes in subjects to improve residential
  • Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to charge nurse
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas
  • Ran errands for customers, including shopping, and picking up other necessities
  • Kept household areas clean and well-stocked, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping
  • Guided patients to restroom and or changed soiled briefs to support bladder and bowel relief requirements
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming
  • Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, washing dishes and vacuuming
  • Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition
  • Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping and eating patterns in medical record books
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded
  • Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles
  • Helped clients with hygiene-related tasks such as brushing teeth, bathing, grooming and toileting
  • Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records
  • Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments
  • Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements, including keeping spaces clean and helping with grooming
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to case manager
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information
  • Kept patients mentally alert by entertaining, conversing and reading aloud to patients
  • Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff
Home Health Aide | 11/2011 to 09/2014
Generation Solutions - Lynchburg, VA
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness
  • Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection
  • Promoted development of healthy lifestyle to meet health and wellness objectives
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
  • Delivered assistance to elderly clients in daily activities including bathing, dressing, physical transfers and care for incontinence
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
  • Administered medication as directed by physician
  • Provided transportation, managing and scheduling appointments
  • Ensured safety and well-being of each patient in alignment with care plan
  • Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care
  • Assisted with general household activities, such as cooking, meal preparation and grocery shopping
  • Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed
  • Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
  • Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status
  • Traveled to clients' homes to provide healthcare services and promote continuity of care
  • Assisted clients by performing laundry, meal preparation and other tasks
  • Performed basic household chores, including washing floors, washing dishes, vacuuming, garbage disposal and dusting
  • Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to supervisor
  • Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness
Certified Medication Aide | 01/2009 to 11/2011
Runk & Pratt - Lynchburg, VA
  • Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload
  • Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy
  • Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness
  • Increased medication knowledge and medical terminology prowess through consistent research and continuing education
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing such tasks as bathing and toileting, effectively reducing daily burden on family members
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients, consulting with doctors to address concerns and protect each person from any harm
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
  • Administered narcotics and regular medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects
  • Checked vital signs on regular basis and contacted doctors regarding any patient health concerns or behavioral changes
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings and taking classes in subjects to improve care
  • Delivered assistance to elderly clients in daily activities including bathing, dressing, physical transfers and care for incontinence
  • Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to supervisor
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising
  • Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection
  • Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being
  • Ensured safety and well-being of each patient in alignment with care plan
Education
Kenya High School - Nairobi, Kenya | A Level DiplomaDiploma , 11/2006
Bedford Science and Technology Center - Bedford, VA | LicenceLicensed Practical Nurse, 06/2018
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Medical Facilities Of America
  • Horizon Behavioral Health
  • Generation Solutions
  • Runk & Pratt

School Attended

  • Kenya High School
  • Bedford Science and Technology Center

Job Titles Held:

  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Residential Aide
  • Home Health Aide
  • Certified Medication Aide

Degrees

  • Kenya High School - Nairobi , Kenya | A Level Diploma
    Bedford Science and Technology Center - Bedford , VA | Licence

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