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I am a experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse seeking an entry level position with your hospital/company.

I am dedicated to providing optimal patient care and support while assisting medical staff with meeting critical needs. Able to collect specimens,manage dietary needs, document behaviors and handle any other need. Excellent communication and organizational skills combined with dependable, forward-thinking approach.

Please consider me for employment as I will be a positive asset to your company.

Skilled lvn with solid background working in medical environments under supervision of qualified RNs to deliver exceptional patient care and nursing support. Highly observant, detail-oriented and dedicated to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. Certifications include management of assault and behavior (MAB) and CPR

Care for all patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Licensed in California and diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs. Top skills in communication, medication administration and wound care. Work effectively within healthcare teams to develop plans of care and advocate for patients.

Motivated to administer thorough and compassionate care in health care settings. Communicate effectively with patients, families and colleagues alike.

Skills
  • Willing to learn new skills
  • Staff direction and task delegation
  • Counting narcotics
  • Patient triaging
  • Multi-tasking and prioritize
  • Tracking symptoms
  • Caring for wounds
  • Psychotropic medication knowledge
  • Assisting physicians
  • Samples collection
  • Empathetic and compassionate
  • Documenting incidents
  • Rehabilitation techniques
  • Infection control standards
  • Team development
  • Drug administration trained
  • ELNEC training (End-Of-Life-Care)
  • Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
  • Oxygen machine maintenance
  • Personal and professional integrity
  • Inpatient and outpatient care
  • Staff training and devdevelopment
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Culturally sensitive
  • Seizure management
  • Diagnostic tools experience
  • Maintaining records
  • Custodial care knowledge
  • Conflict resolution
  • Critical thinking proficiency
  • Tracheotomy care
  • Enthusiastic caregiver
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Specimen collection and processing
  • Diabetes management
  • Patient-oriented
  • Maintaining quality assurance standards
  • Patient and family focused
  • Geriatric treatment knowledge
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • AED certification
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Reporting skills
  • Speaking clearly
  • Psychiatric and mental health care
  • Basic Life Support Certification
  • Infection control procedures
  • Documentation procedures expert
  • Performing patient intakes
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Grooming and bathing assistance
  • Able to lift [Number] pounds
  • Team Building
  • First Aid/CPR
Experience
11/2019 to Current
LVNCompany Name － City, State
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
03/2014 to Current
Licensed Vocational NurseCompany Name － City, State
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns such as adverse reactions with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
  • Built strong network of outside referral sources within the community.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming and feeding.
  • Turned and repositioned patients for comfort and medical safety.
  • Assessed patients to identify lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
  • Supported patient mobility needs and transported to appointments.
  • Collected and delivered biological samples such as urine and blood for testing.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patients' status.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding, ambulation and locomotion.
  • Responded to patient alarms and requests to assess needs and obtain necessary care for medical and personal concerns.
  • Implemented and enforced policies and procedures.
  • Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Comforted patients and provided reassurance and encouragement.
  • Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
  • Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
  • Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
01/2020 to Current
LVN Charge NurseCompany Name － City, State
  • Provided hands-on nursing care to patients under direct RN supervision and in alignment with medical center's policies and procedures.
  • Observed and documented patient responses.
  • Created and maintained safe patient and working environments.
  • Provided personal nursing care in pre- and post-operative situations.
  • Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, including recording daily inputs and outputs.
  • Turned and re-positioned bedridden patients.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Assessed patients, documented and monitored vital signs, and communicated changes to supervising RNs.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
01/2019 to 09/2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse Company Name － City, State
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety.
  • Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Addressed patient care needs, including collecting vitals, dressing wounds and managing catheters.
  • Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns such as adverse reactions with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Communicated extensively with patients to provide assistance, support and instructions.
  • Visited with residents to provide sensory stimulation and reality orientation.
  • Ensured the accuracy of public information and materials.
  • Delegated staff nurse duties.
  • Maintained all confidential personnel files, licensing and CPR compliance records.
  • Charted resident responses, progress to approaches used and reported abnormal signs and symptoms to medical care professionals on staff.
  • Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Education and Training
1997
High School Diploma: Basic EducationMarist Brothers Juniorate High School － City, State
Associate of Applied Science: Geology and MiningEnuga State University of Science and Technology － City, State
Certificate: Certified Nurse AssistantDIFAI College － City, State
Associate of Science: Licensed Vocational NurseSummit Career College － City, State
Additional Information

References:

Roy Ikeomu

Community Hospital of San Bernardino

(909) 918-9221

Kimberely Walton

St. Bernardine Medical Center

(951) 772-6920

Certifications

Licensed Vocational Nurse 

License #699996


Certified Nurse Assistant

License #00778549

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School Attended

  • Marist Brothers Juniorate High School
  • Enuga State University of Science and Technology
  • DIFAI College
  • Summit Career College

Job Titles Held:

  • LVN
  • Licensed Vocational Nurse
  • LVN Charge Nurse

Degrees

  • High School Diploma : Basic Education
    Associate of Applied Science : Geology and Mining
    Certificate : Certified Nurse Assistant
    Associate of Science : Licensed Vocational Nurse

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