Nursing Assistant Certified

DEDE DOFOUR

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EDUCATION

FAIRFAX COUNTY SCHOOL FOR PRACTICAL NURSING

Fairfax, Virginia > Diploma of Practical Nursing > 1998-1999 MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY

Arlington, Virginia> General Studies> 1995-1997

NORTHERN VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Annandale, Virginia> General Studies> 1992-1995

WORK EXPERIENCE

Licensed Practical Nurse/ Volunteer > Gee’s Career Training Institute Fairfax, Virginia > February 2015-Present

Assist instructor with the education of nursing assistant/ Personal Care Aide students on the routine care of patients/residents

Assist instructor with monitoring of nursing assistant/ Personal Care Aide students on the performance of indirect or non-nursing care services for patients

Assist instructor with general supervisor of the nursing assistant/Personal Care Aide student in the performance of assisting residents with activities of daily living

Assist instructor with record keeping of student evaluation and preparation for State Board Exam

Assist instructor with record keeping of students’ attendance of clinical rotation Licensed Practical Nurse/Medication Care Lead/ Night Supervisor > The Fairfax Healthcare Center Woodbridge, Virginia > May 2009-Present

Provide nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned clients

Accurately measure and record vital signs

Prepare specimens and complete orders for test as directed

Perform accuchecks, nebulizer treatments, oximetry, TB skin testing, venipuncture

Phone/fax prescription orders

Notify MD of lab results and or diagnostic testing

Scheduling clients for health center appointments

Administer all medications and treatment (within scope of practice) adhering to facility policy and procedures

Documents data collected, care and treatment provided in a clear and concise manner

Communicate effectively with physicians, registered nurses, patients and families

Anticipates patient care needs and consults with provider as needed

Adhere to infection control, universal precautions and use of personal protective equipment as needed

Maintains optimum patient confidentiality and safety

Maintains current knowledge of medications, disposal of wastes and sterile techniques

Supervise certified nursing assistant and delegate accordingly

Currently provide care for 75+ clients overnight Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor/ Staff Nurse, LPN> Access Home Care Fairfax, Virginia > July 2006-June 2009

As a certified nursing assistant instructor, educate nursing students on the routine care of patients/residents

Educated the nursing student on the performance of indirect or non-nursing services for patients

General supervisor of the nursing student in the performance of assisting residents in walking, feeding, bathing and related restorative and rehabilitative care activities

As a staff nurse, provide personal care for residents (bathing, showing, activities of daily living)

Administration of medications

Monitoring of vital signs

Maintaining cleanliness to prevent infections and diseases

Wound care/Tracheostomy care/Ventilator Care

IV initiation/monitoring

Staff Nurse/ Licensed Practical Nurse > Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center Alexandria, Virginia > May 2000-April 2008

Provide nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned clients

Accurately measure and record vital signs

Prepare specimens and complete orders for test as directed

Perform accuchecks, nebulizer treatments, oximetry, TB skin testing, venipuncture, IV initiation

Phone/fax prescription orders

Notify MD of lab results and or diagnostic testing

Scheduling clients for health center appointments

Administer all medications and treatment (within scope of practice) adhering to facility policy and procedures

Documents data collected, care and treatment provided in a clear and concise manner

Communicate effectively with physicians, registered nurses, patients and families

Anticipates patient care needs and consults with provider as needed

Adhere to infection control, universal precautions and use of personal protective equipment as needed

Maintains optimum patient confidentiality and safety

Maintains current knowledge of medications, disposal of wastes and sterile techniques

Supervise certified nursing assistant and delegate accordingly LICENSES & CERTIFICATES

Licensed Practical Nurse, State of Virginia (Multi-State Privilege)

CPR certification

Certified wound care nurse

IV therapy certification

Train-A-Trainer Certification

References will be provided upon request

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