LATONJA D. RIVERS, LPN

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North Augusta, South Carolina 29841

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A dedicated and highly motivated Licensed Practical Nurse is seeking a position that will provide a challenging opportunity to contribute to a healthcare organization’s growth, success, and exceptional patient care, while at the same time offering an avenue for career advancement and professional growth. Strengths include extensive knowledge of preparation, dispensing and charging medications to patients. Works well in a self-directed position while assuming responsibility as well as appreciating the importance of teamwork to ensure maximum productivity and quality patient care. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Recognized as a proven leader who diligently strives to achieve positive results.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

THE PLACE AT DEANS BRIDGE, Augusta, Georgia 05/13 Present

PRUITT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM OF AUGUSTA, Augusta, Georgia 07/11 01/13

SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE OF BUCKHEAD, Atlanta, Georgia 04/07 07/10

WESTWOOD EXTENDED CARE, Evans, Georgia 09/03 04/05

BEVERLY MANOR, Augusta, Georgia, 08/00 05/01

Charge Nurse

Responsible for management, supervision, and evaluation of support staff

Accurate documentation of all relevant patient care records

Inventory and Management of medications and medical supplies

Assist physicians with patient medical history, physical examinations, and accurate patient charting documentation

Conduct annual evaluations for support staff

Train new LPN’s focusing on communication and decision making skills in medical emergencies

Assist with the development of individualized plans of care in collaboration with the resident’s responsible party

Implement plan of care effectively and efficiently

Maintain an update knowledge of medication administration

Document relevant physical or mental status changes of elderly residents in senior retirement facility

TOXICOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF NORTH GEORGIA GWINNETT, INC., Gwinnett, Georgia, 01/06 04/07

Dosing Nurse/Health & Safety Officer

Responsible for maintaining precise medical charts, ensuring that all dose changes and orders are signed by the physician within 72 hours

Maintained documentation and reported all health and safety issues to the Program Director and Medical Director that adversely affects the health or safety of any program participant

Performed monthly premises inspection reports

Conducted quarterly emergency fire drills, participated in debriefing and completed reports

Collected quality assurance data on a monthly basis and submitted the data to the quality assurance coordinator

Prepared quarterly health and safety reports

AUGUSTA METRO TREATMENT CENTER, Augusta Georgia, 08/02 09/03, 04/05 01/06

Dosing Nurse

Responsible for dispensing medication and recording dosages with absolute accuracy

Conducted an actual sight and count inventory of the Methadone Supply on a daily basis

Assisted physicians with the patient’s medical history and required physical examinations

Provided the Program Director and other stakeholders with an assessment of patients’ medical conditions

Administered appropriate lab test as required

EDUCATION

TENDER CARE TRAINING CENTER, Augusta, Georgia

Phlebotomy Certificate, 2014

AIKEN TECHNICAL COLLEGE, Aiken, South Carolina

Practical Nursing License, 1999

Hospital Unit Coordinator Certification, 1994

Cardiac Diagnostic Certification, 1994

EKG Technician Basic Certification, 1994

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY, Orangeburg, South Carolina

Bachelor of Science in Marketing, 1991

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