Nurse Practical

Edward T. Shaw LPN

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Laurel, MD 20707

240-***-****

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Objective: Seeking a position as a Staff Licensed Practical Nurse

Professional Experience

Advanced Dialysis Inc. (PRN) Randallstown, MD

(August 1, 2013 -

present)

Davita Dialysis GWSE Washington, DC

January 2013 - July 2013

Advanced Dialysis Inc. Randallstown, MD

(January 2012 - January

2013)

U.S. Renal Care Inc. Hyattsville, MD

(November 2009 -

November 2011)

Licensed practical Nurse/ Dialysis

. Initiates and discontinues dialysis utilizing various accesses

including: subclavian, catheters, internal jugular catheters, femoral

vein catheters, arterial catheters, fistulas and grafts.

. Inspect and evaluate access site(s).

. Obtain blood samples and culture specimens as ordered.

. Withdrawals blood and heparinized saline from various accesses to

remove heparin and determine patency.

. Determines clotting times and adjusts heparin dosages according to a

prescribed protocol.

. Monitors and records dialysis treatment parameters such as vital

signs, weight changes and machine information.

. Administers SQ, PO, and IV medications as ordered by the physicians

. Returns blood and discontinues dialysis utilizing established

protocols.

. Cleans and dresses access site using appropriate techniques

. ?akes verbal orders from an authorized practitioner that are within

the scope of practice for an LPN and which the LPN understands

. Completes inital face sheet of new patient

. Checks monthly medication usage by the patient

. ?ay initiate CPR for cardiopulmonary emergencies

PRIVATE RESIDENCE Bowie, MD

Licensed practical Nurse/ Home Health Nurse (March 2009 -

November 2009)

. Assists with ADLs such as ambulating with assist (transferring),

bowel/bladder incontinence, dressing and meal prep

. Monitors vitals, glucose levels, and weekly weight

. Assists with PT and ensures PROM and AROM is carried out

. Transports client to all MD appointments and scheduled labs

. Encourages fluids and monitors output

. Creates safe environment while ensuring client's independence

UNION MEMORIAL HOSPITAL CENTER Baltimore, MD

Licensed practical Nurse/ Orthopedic (February

2007 - February 2009)

. Instructed patients and family members in safety issues, infection

control, wound and injury care, disease and pain management, nutrition

and general wellness.

. Performed (as needed) splint applications, dressing changes and soaks

to surgical sites related to post- op procedures

. Learned operations of orthopedic and CPM machines as well as a variety

of braces, splints and sling applications

. Executed the broad scope of clinical procedures utilizing non-invasive

monitor equipment: ET-CO2, SaPo2, EKG, PCA, PCE, Doppler, Temperature

checks, CPAP, BPAP

. Provided orthopedic care to adults scheduled for pre- op procedures,

as well as patients from post- op procedures

. Worked with physical and occupational therapists with varied treatment

styles and expertise; assisted with safe transfer of patient as

pertaining to their specific diagnoses

. Assisted surgeons, PAs, and physicians with minor surgeries and

procedures such as debridement, suture/staple removal, cast

applications and leech therapy

MARYLAND CENTER OF VETERANS EDUCATION AND TRAINING Baltimore, MD

Student Office Assistant (September

2006 -February 2007)

. Assisted staff and students with office equipment including copier and

fax machine

. ?ecame proficient in word processing; utilized Word, Power Point and

Excel to produce reports, forms, mailing labels, memos and

correspondence

. Maintained supply of standard forms and performed bulk copying and

filing

. Answered telephones and routed calls to appropriate staff members

. Assisted with special events, tours and fundraisers

SOUTHERN MARYLAND HOSPITAL CENTER Clinton, MD

Licensed Practical Nurse/ Medical-Surgical (April 2004 -

October 2005)

. Assessed each patient upon arrival to unit for admission

. Prepped patients for pre-op procedures and kept patients stabilized

after post-op procedures

. Assisted physician with specialized procedures such as CV catheter

insertion, bone marrow aspiration and debridement

. Followed skin/wound protocol to include: initiating preventative

measures to prevent skin breakdown and the installation of Wound VAC

system

. Instructed patients prior to discharge ensuring that the patient

verbalized understanding of diagnoses, treatment and follow-up care

necessary

A & S NURSING SERVICES Olney, MD

Licensed Practical Nurse Per Diem/Long Term Care (October 2001-

April 2002)

. Performed the duties of team leader to GNA and assured ADLs were

carried out

. Administered medication to patients including IV, IM, PO and topical

. Checked vital signs and glucose levels using finger sticks

. Reviewed data from labratory and x-rays and reported findings to the

physician

Medical Specialty Unit Throughout, MD

(October 2001 - April

2002)

. Administered IV therapy medication

. ?olus feedings through NGTs/GTs per order of physician

. Wound care treatment with dressing change and measurements

. Foley catheter care and procedures

. Tracheostomy care and suctioning

. Assisted RNs with blood/blood product administration

Sub-acute Care Unit: Throughout, MD

(October 2001 - April

2002)

. Performed physical assessments of all patients upon admission

. Monitored lab data, blood work, urinalysis and reported critical data

. Started and administered IV fluids and medication, antibiotic and TPN

GLADYS SPELLMAN SPECIALTY HOSPITAL & NURSING CENTER

Licenses Practical Nurse/ Long Term Care Cheverly, MD

(April 2001 -

November 2001)

. Assessed each assigned patient for skin integrity, lung and bowel

sounds, wounds and IV site

. Assisted physician with bedside procedures

. Identified a wide range of complex patient care problems and

implemented nursing interventions while evaluating the results

. Developed and followed through on patient care plans

Technical Skills:

License: State of Maryland, Licensed Practical Nurse. Expires April

2015

State of Maryland, DHMH Volunteer Nurse

Certifications: CPR-American Heart Association Expires February

2015

Neighbor Care Pharmacy IV Certification, Therapy Training

Awards: Meritorious Service Award Gladys Spellman Specialty Hospital

October 2001

References: Will be furnished, upon request in a timely manner

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