Kawaisha L. Waldon
Orlando, FL 32835
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To obtain gainful employment with the opportunity to utilize my skillful and caring nursing experience
Professional Development:
Adventist my Care Center Courtland Orlando, FL 2008- Present
Unit Manager
Participate in direct care and services provided to the residents. Follow the policies and procedures, responsible
and accountable for making decisions that are based upon the individuals educational preparation and experience
in nursing. Responsibilities included:
Establish standards for care of residents on the unit and insure that the standards are consistent with
facility standards.
Ensure the nurse to nurse reports are complete and timely. Nurse aids receive accurate and complete
assignments with a report at the start of each shift.
Make rounds frequently for delivery of care.
Managed Nursing staff by in servicing for company's policies and proficiency.
Following and implement the policies and procedures.
Evaluate resident†s level of care as it pertains to nurse's aide assignments.
Ensure the medication records are accurate and staff are properly administering and documenting
medications to residents.
Responsible for assisting in investigation, documentation and reporting any incidents.
Attend care plan meeting for unit and complete audits assigned.
Adventist Care Center Courtland Orlando, FL 2007-2008
Restorative Nurse Manager
Restorative Nursing measures to assist residents to reach their highest level of independence in Activities of Daily
Living. Responsibilities included:
Ensure nursing care is within local, state and federal codes and regulations as well as company policies
and procedures.
Ensure placement of restorative device/equipment.
Implement restorative feeding programs.
Report and chart changes in residents condition or motivational level.
Reinforce team management for bowel and bladder programs.
Ensure adequate restorative supplies to meet the needs of the restorative residents.
Wander guard management.
Adventist Care Center Courtland Orlando, FL 2005-2007
Floor Nurse (LPN)
Made rounds with doctors when necessary, reviewed physicians orders, medications and charts to insure
prompt and accurate execution.
Administer special treatments, procedures, dressing changes and irrigation.
Maintained a clean and safe organized unit.
Attended staff meetings, total plan of care, and in-service programs.
Maintained accurate records for patients and reported significant changes to charge nurse or unit
manager.
IV therapy.
Oxygen therapy.
Education :
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2010-Present Valencia Community College Orlando, FL
ASN Degree
1998- 2003 Oakwood College Huntsville, AL
Studied for ASN Degree (Challenged my LPN boards with the education obtained)
Certification :
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CPR Certified
IV Certified
Licensed Practical Nurse
RN Graduate