Sonya Morgan
Lewisburg, WV *****
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Efficient, honest and reliable LPN with 12+ years experience in a hospital, long term rehabilitation centers, personal homes, corrections, public schools and rural healthcare settings. Administered accurate medications as ordered in a timely manner. Initiated and completed necessary treatments. Accurate documentation of vital signs, weights and all other healthcare needs. Excellent communication skills with patients, clients, residents, families and all other medical personnel. Interested in a full-time position as a licensed practical nurse in a top-notch healthcare facility. skills
Honest
Highly Dependable
Gains Good Repore With Patients And Their Families Fast Learner
Excellent Documentation Skills
Strong Clinical Judgment
Eager And Willing To Learn New Things
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wexford Health Sources, Inc. Denmar Correction Center - Hillsboro, WV August 2017 to Present
I oversee the health care and medical needs of 232 inmates under the supervision of a RN. Administer medications, vital signs, treatments, education, proper documentation, great communication skills with my coworkers and our provider.
Licensed Practical Nurse
RESCARE HOMECARE - Lewisburg, WV
June 2014 to February 2017
Oversaw nursing care of 16 mentally challenged patients/clients per shift. Oversaw and managed 5 clinical and support staff in patient/client care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.
Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab test. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
Processed monthly reports for the physician, registered nurse and care plan team. Closely monitored acute conditions as well as chronic conditions. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams. Ensured HIPPA rules and regulations.
Developed and implemented nursing care plans with the team. Trained new staff and nurses.
Followed infection control procedures.
Experience with various medical conditions including Mentally Challenged, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.
Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies. Preformed weekly and monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts. Accurately dispensed and administered accurate medications as ordered by the physician. Observed, monitored and documented behaviors and responses to treatments. Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified with team when needed. Directed family-centered, strength-based, culturally and individualized intakes and observations. Connected clients with community service and resource agencies. Aided in arranging medication evaluations and psychological testing. Presented case history material to review and discussion with other staff members and medical team. Helped develop goal-oriented psycho-educational and activity therapy groups to improve client's level of functioning.
Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatments in case files. Offered and documented treatment consent forms in health records. Consulted with and trained with highly skilled mental health and medical staff. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
RUPERT PRIMARY CARE - Rupert, WV
April 2008 to October 2011
I worked for 3 providers in a primary care and rural healthcare setting. Preformed and obtained blood draws and various labs as well as testing in house. Ordered labs through LabCorp as well as supplies.
Strong communication skills with physicians and medical team Patient and family teaching/education.
Ear irrigations
Proper and accurate documentations
Immunizations/Vaccines
Ordering of all medical supplies
Making referrals to specialty doctors.
Well versed in HIPPA rules and regulations.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
GREENBRIER VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER - Ronceverte, WV
January 2007 to May 2007
Ronceverte, WVA, United States
I provided necessary patient care
Strong assessment skills
Geriatric treatment knowledge
Infection control standards
Basic life support/first aid
Medical terminology knowledge
Accurate medication administration.
IV therapy.
Infection control.
Vital signs.
Multiple chronic and acute diseases.
Specimen collection processing
Body mechanics
Discharge instructions
Reading test results
Patient/family education.
Licensed Practical Nurse
GREENBRIER MANOR - Ronceverte, WV
August 2006 to January 2007
Assisted in developing patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses. Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift. Specialized in the nursing care of geriatrics patients. Patients care
Geriatric treatment knowledge
Infection control standards
Patient-Centered focus
Accurate medications administration
Chronic pain
Palliative care
Multiple chronic/acute diagnoses. Delegated staff duties LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
INTEGRITY HEALTH SERVICES - Jacksonville, FL
December 2004 to August 2006
United States
Emotional support.
Patient care for all ages
Infection control
Patient/family teaching
Test results
Medical history
Patient-Centered focus
Medical records
Accurate documentation
Administering accurate medications as ordered by physicians Implementing and completing treatments
Tube feedings
School nursing
Department of Corrections nursing and medical needs Individualized home health care
Education
LPN in Nursing
Greenbrier School of Practical Nursing - Ronceverte, WV August 2004
Certified Nursing Assistant in Nursing Assistant
Lake City Community College - Lake City, FL
September 1995
High School Diploma in Basic Education
Columbia High School - Lake City, FL
June 1994
BSN/RN in Nursing
Mountain State University
Skills
Critical Care, Critical Care Nursing, Medical terminology, OFFICE MEDICAL, therapy Certifications/Licenses
CPR/First Aid
Additional Information
Communication Skills
Qualified Lab Result Evaluator
Assisted With Women's Health Exams
Disease Prevention And Intervention
Palliative Care Awareness
Intravenous Therapy
Patient Evaluation/Intervention
Critical Care Nursing
Professional Bedside Manner
Diabetes, Hospice And Stroke Patient Care
BAC Screen/Drug Screen Collecting
Medical Terminology In English
Triage
Discharge Summaries