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LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (ORTHOPEDIC UNIT)
Summary

Care for all types patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Licensed in North Dakota and diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs.

Education
05/2018Associate of Applied Science: Practical Nursing
North Dakota State College of Science | City
  • 3.25/4.00 GPA
Some College (No Degree): Pre-Nursing
North Dakota State University | City, State
  • 2.60/4.00 GPA
05/2014High School Diploma
Holdingford High School | City
  • 3.20/4.00 GPA
Certifications
  • CNA License 2013
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2019 - present
Experience
06/2018 - CurrentLicensed Practical Nurse (Orthopedic Unit)Baptist Health South Florida | Weston , FL
  • Assess and perform vitals on post-op surgicals and direct admissions from the emergency department.
  • Ambulate/transfer patients.
  • Administration of medications.
  • Communicate with aides, other nurses, doctors, social work, case management, and therapies (PT, OT, RTT, and SLP).
  • Assist patients with ADL's (Activities of Daily Living).
  • Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medicine administration.
  • Maintain tolerable pain control for patients when lying down or ambulating.
  • Communicate with doctors regarding a patient status change, critical labs, or update.
05/2017 - 05/2018Certified Nursing AssistantSkechers | East Rutherford , NJ
  • Stocked rooms with necessary supplies after patients have left an exam room.
  • Assisted in lobby lights (more emergent patients).
  • Performed EKG's.
  • Communicated with other staff including aides, nursing staff, and providers.
  • Room patients that need to be seen by a provider.
  • Communicated over the phone with patients, other health care departments, and make patient referral appointments.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort.
  • Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
09/2015 - 12/2016Sales AssociateBaptist Health South Florida | Miami , FL
  • Checked customers out at the register.
  • Exchange or return merchandise at customer service.
  • Assisted customers by finding needed items and checking inventory for items at other locations.
  • Stayed up to date on store promotions, payment policies and security practices.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Helped customers sign up for loyalty programs and submitted completed paperwork.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
01/2014 - 05/2017Certified Nursing AssistantGood Shepherd Nursing Home | City , STATE
  • Bring residents to facility provided activities such Bingo, church, etc.
  • Communicated with other CNA's and nursing staff about an update or changes on a resident.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Skills
  • Time management
  • Communication
  • Straight catheter/foley insertion and cares
  • Critical thinking
  • IV starts
  • Teamwork
  • NG tube management and cares
  • Adaptability
  • Chest tube management and cares
  • Problem solving
  • Head to toe assessments
  • Handling pressure
  • Monitor vital signs
  • Attention to detail
  • Use of transfer equipment such as a ceiling lift
  • Dressing changes and wound care
  • Suture removal
  • Central line dressing and care
  • Patient education
  • Antibiotic therapy
  • Subcutaneous and intramuscular injections
  • Blood glucose testing devices
  • Patient charting
  • Pain management
  • Continuous bladder irrigation
  • EKG's
  • Pain management
  • Problem solving
  • Teamwork
  • Patient-oriented
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Colostomy care
  • Educating families
Activities and Honors

Hospital Volunteer - Sanford Health ER October 2016 - September 2017

Reference

Shana Williams, RN BSN

Unit Supervisor

900 East Broadway

Bismarck, ND 58501

Work (701) 530-4350

Cell (701) 527-1013

Anna Warzecha

42486 County Road 118

Rice, MN 56367

(320) 250-2817

Maddie DeJongh

6035 Oxford Road N.

Shakopee, MN 55379

(612) 965-8880

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School Attended

  • North Dakota State College of Science
  • North Dakota State University
  • Holdingford High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Licensed Practical Nurse (Orthopedic Unit)
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Sales Associate

Degrees

  • 05/2018 Associate of Applied Science : Practical Nursing
    Some College (No Degree) : Pre-Nursing
    05/2014 High School Diploma

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