LaKeisha Frierson Carter

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Wichita, KS 67210

Phone: 316-***-**** E mail: acxaa5@r.postjobfree.com July 22, 2016

HR Specialist

To Whom It Concern:

I am writing you in regards to the floor nurse position in your sub acute unit. I graduate d with an Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences Degree from Hesston College on May 8, 2016. I have five years experience as an IV certified LPN, three of which were in a sub acute care setting. I would find it rewarding to begin my new career as an RN at your facility. The following are my strengths and qualifications: o I am a team player, flexible, calm under pressure, and efficiently and proficiently skilled o I am highly motivated, dependable, caring, empathetic, and compassionate individual o I believe that in this profession I can make and have made a difference in the lives of others, because of my personal experience with chronic illness, having spent three years on the other side of healthcare, as the patient.

o I have three years of experience in wound care, admissions, and direct care in skilled nursing services. I also have a year of experience in management as the D.O.N. In a home plus setting.

o I am ACLS certified

My strong initiative and exceptional organizational skills, combined with my ability to work well under pressure allow me to be an asset to your facility and play a satisfying role in a fast paced, patient centered environment. I have a history of success contributing to the healthcare community, patients, and their families. I will immediately impact direct patient and patient centered care at your healthcare company. Enclosed is my resume’ for your review. I welcome and am looking forward to the opportunity to discuss in person how my skills and strengths can impact direct patient care at V ia Christi. Sincerely,

LaKeisha Frierson Carter

LaKeisha Frierson Carter

3115 S Pinecrest

Wichita, KS 67210

Phone: 316-***-**** E mail: acxaa5@r.postjobfree.com OBJECTIVE: To work in an environment that will enhance my clinical skills, while challenging me to be above average. Securing a position that will provide me the opportunity to apply my previous healthcare experience, while gaining new experiences and skills. I look forward to working for a healthcare company that strives for excellence in their culture of safety, and patient centered care.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

October 2015 –Present: Meridian Rehabilitation and Health Care Center 1555 N Meridian Ave.

Wichita, KS 67203

IV Certified Licensed Practical Nurse:

Admissions, physical and cognitive assessment of clients. Administration of medications, gastrointestinal tube feedings. Skilled and plan of care charting, updating care plans as needed. Assessment and care of impaired skin integrity, including Wound V.A.C. Supervision, assignment and delegation of tasks, such as ADL’s and vital signs to patient care assistants. August 2014 August 2015: Platinum Care Homes(Home Plus) 5701 E 17t h

St North

Wichita, KS 67208

Director of Nursing:

Admissions, weekly physical and cognitive assessment of clients, developing care plans. Monthly meeting with clients and families after rounds with HCP for updates of orders, and plan of care. Weekly meeting with C.O.O and other staff to ensure direct care, medication administration, charting of ADLs, and food and chemical storage are in compliance with KSBN statutes.

November 2011 November 2015: Life Care Center of Wichita 622 N Edgemoor

Wichita, KS 67208

LaKeisha Frierson Carter

3115 S Pinecrest

Wichita, KS 67210

Phone: 316-***-**** E mail: acxaa5@r.postjobfree.com WORK EXPERIENCE CONT’D:

IV Certified Licensed Practical Nurse:

Admissions, physical and cognitive assessment of clients. Administration of medications, TPN and gastrointestinal tube feedings. Skilled nursing care charting, updating care plans as needed. Assessment and care of impaired skin integrity, including Wound V.A.C. Supervision, assignment and delegation of tasks, such as ADL’s and vital signs to patient care assistants. August 2010 May 2011: Sandpiper Bay Health and Retirement Center 5808 W 8t h

St North

Wichita, KS 67212

Licensed Practical Nurse:

Admissions, physical and cognitive assessment of clients. Administration of medications, gastrointestinal tube feedings. Skilled and plan of care charting, updating care plans as needed. Assessment and care of impaired skin integrity. Supervision, assignment and delegation of tasks, such as ADL’s and vital signs to patient care assistants. EDUCATION:

January 2016: Hesston College

Hesston, KS

ACLS Certification

August 2015 May 2016: Hesston College

Hesston, KS

Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences

October 2010 December 2010: Cowley Community College Winfield, KS

IV Certification

EDUCATION CONT’D

LaKeisha Frierson Carter

3115 S Pinecrest

Wichita, KS 67210

Phone: 316-***-**** E mail: acxaa5@r.postjobfree.com January 2005 January 2006: Wichita Area Technical College Wichita, KS

Certificate of Practical Nursing

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