Patient Care Practical Nurse

DEBORAH L. CHILDS

Stockbridge, GA ***** ***************@*****.*** 706-***-**** LinkedIn

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dependable, dedicated, and intuitive healthcare professional with 20+ years of experience in the clinical setting encompassing both military and civilian spaces. Progressive experience in nursing practice, patient-centered care, and laboratory testing procedures. Adept at effectively communicating with other health professionals to advance patient care. Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage, coordinate Core competencies include:

Case Management Patient Care Coordination Clinical Nursing Practice Infection Control Procedures Nursing Procedures Phlebotomy Procedures HIPAA Guidelines CPL Guidelines OSHA Blood Pathogen Guidelines

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management with Concentration in General Healthcare December 2015

Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO

Associates in Medical/Clinical Assisting August 2012

Purdue University Global (formerly Kaplan University)

CIVILIAN WORK EXPERIENCE

Med Side Healthcare, LLC, Norcross, GA Jan 2023-February 2023

Record a patient’s medical history accurately

Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.

Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications, etc.

Administer medications.

Collect samples for lab testing as assigned.

Provide emotional and psychological support when needed.

Proven experience as LPN or similar role

Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team

Familiarity with health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures

Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices

Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology

Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Compassionate and able to handle stress

Accurately assessed and treated wounds in home healthcare setting

Ace Healthcare, LLC, Norcross, GA May 2022- September 2022

Record a patient’s medical history accurately

Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.

Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications, etc.

Administer medications

Provide emotional and psychological support when needed.

Proven experience as LPN or similar role

Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team

Familiarity with health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures

Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices

Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology

Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Compassionate and able to handle stress

Xero Labs Medix Staffing Solutions, Atlanta, GA August 2021 — November 2021

COVID-19 Tester Emergent Testing

Obtained specimens for COVID-19 screening and performed PCR testing with accuracy

Verified patient data for COVID-19 testing to ensure data security and integrity

Performed screenings on over 300 patients to support public health measures

Instructed patients through the testing process and what to expect, which in turn fostered a positive patient experience

LabCorp, Atlanta, GA April 2021 — July 2021

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Entered patient demographics and insurance into the system as required

Performed venipuncture and capillary punctures safely and accurately

Processed, labeled, and shipped specimens according to company procedures using standard techniques and equipment

Assured patient safety during blood collection by verifying patient information and confirmed receipt of proper documentation for blood samples.

Southeast Georgia Health System, Brunswick, GA January 2019 — June 2019

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings, and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity (11-15 patients, daily)

Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans

Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs and worked with a multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care

Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability

MILITARY WORK EXPERIENCE

United States Army, Fort Bragg, NC September 2008 – December 2014

Clinical Operations Manager

Managed the Medical Unit, which consisted of 35 units totaling 2061 soldiers, to facilitate

Tracked the Medical Protection System and complete medical readiness data, compiled weekly medical readiness reports

Demonstrated the ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams, assisted patients with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting, and transferring.

Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses, scheduled patient admissions and discharges, strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit and shift.

United States Army, Camp Adder, Talil, Iraq July 2007 – August 2008

Nursing Manager

Scheduled and implemented patient care for up to 12 patients per section, scheduled patient admissions and discharges, assessed patient status and notified physicians of clinical changes, educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, options, etc.

Nursing Manager - supervised 14 junior personnel, evaluated staffing requirements including floor assignments, maintained patient charts and confidential files, authorized drug refills and provided prescription information to pharmacies, prepared and administered medications as directed by a physician, obtained experience with different medical conditions, including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease, monitored fluid intake and output levels

US NAVY, Okinawa, Japan January 2004 – August 2006

Practical Nurse

Performed effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management

Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases

Examined patients and dispensed contraceptives and other medications as needed

Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as myocardial infarctions, arrhythmias, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and pneumonia

Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants

Oversaw the occupational health program to ensure proper care of military personnel

US Navy, Beaufort, SC May 2001 – December 2003

Practical Nurse

Accurately obtained blood samples via venipuncture and capillary collection procedures with minimum customer discomfort

Ensures specimen integrity by adhering to the laboratory's procedures for specimen collection, handling, and processing. Adheres to departmental policies and procedures to include departmental programs, quality control, quality assurance, and safety

Utilized technical skills and abilities to perform accurate venipuncture and capillary blood collection.

US Navy, Great Lakes, IL August 1998 – April 2001

Practical Nurse

Provided nursing support to doctors, nurses, and other members on the health care team to ensure exceptional patient-centered care

Prepared and administered medications under the supervision of a doctor or nurse

Effectively completed the insurance verification process for both military personnel and civilians

MILITARY TRAINING

Hospital Corpsman Basic (Hospital Corps School) November 2000 – April 2001

trained in entry-level provider of basic and emergency patient care

oIncluded Anatomy/Physiology; Basic Patient Care Procedures; Emergency Care; Pharmacology

Field Medical Service Technician (Field Medical Service School) October 2003 – November 2003

trained to identify medical conditions resulting from combat wounds or injuries; provide treatment for specific medical conditions; triage causalities for treatment or evacuation; evaluate field sanitation related to water and waste disposal and correct deficiencies; assist in the chain of evacuation for casualties; introduce practices for preventive medicine; apply appropriate resources for decontamination of hazardous materials; treat specified dental emergencies, and respond to specified psychological problems.

oIncluded Advanced Emergency Care and Basic Emergency Care

Practical Nurse (AMEDD Center & School) March 2011 – May 2011

trained to demonstrate basic knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, nutrition, microbiology, and pharmacologic mathematics concepts; recognize and recall fundamentals of nursing, field nursing, equipment, and electronic nursing documentation; and describe and apply nursing process related to the acquisition of nursing knowledge and applications of nursing skills.

oIncluded Clinical Practicum; Human Anatomy/Physiology; Introduction to Practical Nursing; Mathematics for Pharmacology

Practical Nurse (Brooke Army Medical Center) May 2011 – March 2012

Trained to demonstrate accountability for nursing practice; participate in health promotion activities with clients; promote and demonstrate professional behaviors that promote the profession; assist in determining health status and needs of clients; collect and interpret health-related data within the scope of practice; assist in formulation of goals and plan of care for clients in collaboration with healthcare team; implement plan of care and teaching plans; assist in the evaluation of client response to nursing interventions; provide direct basic care to multiple assigned clients; use the nursing process in decision-making, and coordinate care within the scope of practice.

oIncluded Clinical Practicum Medical-Surgical Nursing; Clinical Practicum Mental Health; Clinical Practicum Obstetrics and Pediatrics; Fundamentals of Nursing; Maternal and Child Nursing; Medical-Surgical Nursing 1; Medical-Surgical Nursing II; Mental Health Nursing; Nursing Pharmacology

HONORS & AWARDS

04/2011– Certificate of Achievement for outstanding support and dedication to the 44th Medical Brigade (Rear) Provisional

09/2010– Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) for meritorious service while serving as a healthcare specialist

07/2007 – Army Achievement Medal for outstanding performance as Intermediate Care Ward Nurse assigned to Camp Adder Medical Treatment Facility

06/2007 – Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service while assigned to the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 82ND Airborne Division during Operation Iraqi Freedom rotation 07-09

04/2007 – Certificate of Achievement for outstanding achievement during the joint Readiness Training Center, rotation 07-04 at Fort Polk, Louisiana

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CERTIFICATIONS

11/2020 – Certified Phlebotomist – National Phlebotomy Continuing Education Organization (NPCE)

03/2020 – Trauma Nursing Core Course – Emergency Nurses Association

06/2019 – Certificate in NIH Stroke Scale – American Heart Association (AHA)

06/2019 – Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (AHA)

06/2019 – Certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association (AHA)

05/2019 – Certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support – PALS

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