Patient Care Practical Nurse
Resume:
KADJEDRA HENRY
***************@*****.*** 302-***-**** Camden, DE 19934
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Skills
Compassionate Care
Geriatric Care
Wound Care
Staff direction and task delegation
Multi-tasking and prioritization
HIPPA Requirements
Experience
Denton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Denton, MD
Licensed Practical Nurse/ADON /Nurse Unit Manager
05/2023 - Current
Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
Conducted interviews with prospective employees; supervised hiring process for new staff members.
Participated in interdisciplinary teams to assess patient outcomes and develop treatment plans.
Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately in a timely manner according to facility policy.
Monitored staff performance to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
Collaborated with physicians, other healthcare professionals, patients, families and community resources to meet individualized patient needs.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care issues.
Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations related to nursing practice.
Loftland Park Center Seaford, DE
Licensed Practical Nurse/Nurse Preceptor
02/2018 - 03/2023
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
Advised nursing staff members on proper medication administration techniques according to established protocols.
Motivated nursing staff members by recognizing exemplary work performance within the unit or facility.
Actively listened to questions posed by the preceptee in order to provide clear explanations or resources.
Observed patient assessments performed by the preceptee and provided constructive feedback when needed.
Connections Dover, DE
Licensed Practical Nurse/Alcohol and Drug Counselor
09/2016 - 09/2018
Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Education and Training
Wilmington University Dover De
Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Sciences
05/2018
Delaware Technical Community College Dover, DE
Licensed Practical Nurse in Nursing
05/1996
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