CRISTIN COOK, LVN

***** ***** ***** **. ******, TX 78728 361-***-**** ac43jr@r.postjobfree.com

Licensed Vocational Nurse seeking a position as a healthcare professional.

Hardworking and energetic; flexible; adapt easily to change of environment and work schedule.

Trustworthy and ethical; committed to providing competent and dignified patient care.

Keen observation, communication, and intervention skills.

Education/Credentials:

Licensed Vocational Nurse Certificate, 2015

Victoria College, Victoria, Texas

Vocational Nurse License, 2015, # 327490

High School Diploma, 2006

Bay City High School, Bay City, Texas

Work Experience:

Westways Staffing June 2017 – Current

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Provide direct patient care at various facilities including detox/recovery programs, rehabilitation hospitals, long-term care facilities, etc.

Maxim Healthcare Services, Austin, Texas Sept 2016 – April 2018

Pediatric Home Health LVN

Provide private duty nursing care for children with medical needs to include:

G-tube feedings with medication administration via g-tube

PRN oxygen administration and breathing treatments

Monitoring vital signs

Daily assessment and documentation

Victoria Residence and Rehabilitation Center, Victoria, Texas Oct 2015 – Aug 2016

Licensed Vocational Nurse/Charge Nurse

Responsible for the care of 35+ geriatric patients through the direct supervision of two CNAs encompassing:

-Dispensing of medications - oxygen therapy - tracheostomy care

-Vital signs - wound care - oral suctioning

-Intravenous therapy - application of dressings - insertion of catheters

Administer control narcotics assuming full responsibility for possession of keys.

Administer oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous and intravenous medications.

Liaison between patients, nurses, and physicians to address problems requiring immediate/long term resolve.

Ensure communication and accurate charting procedures.

Perform and document assessment of patients upon admission in long term care setting.

Promptly report changes in patients’ conditions and other matters requiring attention.

Provide treatment according to medical procedure and regulation.

Attended in-service training on IV management

IOD Inc., Victoria, Texas May 2012 – Nov 2015

ROI Clerk

Responsible for releasing protected health information to patients, attorneys, and insurance companies.

DeTar Hospital Navarro, Victoria, Texas Oct 2011 – Apr 2012

Health Unit Coordinator

HEB, Victoria, Texas 2008 – 2011

Cashier/Customer Service Representative

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