Practical Nurse Human Resources
Resume:
VERONICA HICKMAN
Augusta, GA · 706-***-****
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Professional Summary: I am a dedicated healthcare professional with history of meeting company goals while utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. EXPERIENCE
SEPTEMBER 2022 – PRESENT
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY NEUROLOGY CLINIC
• Patient intake
• IV infusions
• Lab draws
• Wound Care
OCTOBER 2020 – MAY 2022
HEALTHCARE SCIENCE TEACHER, RICHMOND COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
• Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives
• Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior medication and position reinforcement strategies
• Incorporated multiplies types of teaching strategies into the classroom OCTOBER 2013 – OCTOBER 2020
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY HEALTH
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
• Monitored blood levels for Anticoagulation Clinic
• Maintained daily scheduling of patients
• Obtained patient vital signs
• Gather lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients
• Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments
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JULY 2009 – OCTOBER 2013
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, AUGUSTA RETINA LASER SURGICARE
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
• Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient’s status, needs, and preferences
• Obtained patient vital signs and monitored post-op surgery
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures JANUARY 2000 – JULY 2009
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, DOCTORS HOSPITAL
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
• Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient’s status, needs, and preferences
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges MARCH 1998 – JANUARY 2000
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, STERLING MEDICAL
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
• Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient’s status, needs, and preferences
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients APRIL 1993-JANUARY 1997
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, GRACEWOOD MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
• Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient’s status, needs, and preferences
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges DECEMBER 1991 – APRIL 1993
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, MEDICAL COLLEGE OF GEORGIA
• Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care
• Educated patients, families, and caregivers about conditions and treatments
• Partnered with support technicians, nursing staff, and social workers to coordinate services
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
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EDUCATION
DECEMBER 1991
DIPLOMA OF PRACTICAL NURSING, AUGUSTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE SKILLS
• Care Planning and Modifications
• Accurate Documentation
• Intravenous Medications
• Needs Assessment
• Lab Specimens and Collections
• HIPAA and Confidentiality
Compliance
• Patient Care and Monitoring
• Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
REFERENCES
CYNTHIA WARE, SUPERVISOR
AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY
ANGELA KEY, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL/DIRECT SUPERVISOR
A.R. JOHNSON HEALTH SCIENCE & ENGINEERING MAGNET SCHOOL 706-***-****
CRYSTAL WALDEN, HUMAN RESOURCES COORDINATOR
RICHMOND COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
706-***-**** EXTENSION 5806
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