Compassionate LPN with extensive experience at Pruitthealth, skilled in wound care and patient education. Demonstrated clinical judgment and effective communication, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and lead nursing teams, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments. Committed to fostering trust and delivering exceptional patient experiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Office Nurse
PHOEBE Physicians Group,
01.2025 - Current
Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
Enhanced patient care by effectively administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
LPN Charge Nurse
Pruitthealth
01.2024 - 12.2024
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
LPN Office Nurse
Albany Area Primary Health Care
03.2023 - 01.2024
Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs, lab results, and physical status to identify potential concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
LPN Office Nurse
PHOEBE Physicians Group,
07.2021 - 02.2022
Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
Implemented infection control measures throughout the office environment to maintain a safe atmosphere for both staff members and patients alike.
LPN Charge Nurse
Pruitthealth
03.2020 - 06.2021
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
Customer Service Supervisor
Walmart
03.2016 - 10.2019
Promoted a positive work environment through open communication channels, fostering team collaboration and high morale.
Collaborated with other departments to address recurring customer concerns, improving overall service quality.
Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving escalated issues promptly and professionally.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers to maintain loyalty and satisfaction.
Managed escalated calls with diplomacy, successfully deescalating situations while ensuring satisfactory resolutions for both parties involved.
Coached team members to deliver hospitable, professional service while adhering to set service models.
Led regular customer service meetings to review progress identify challenges and provide feedback.
Reduced employee turnover by cultivating a supportive culture focused on professional growth opportunities and recognition of achievements.
Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Albany Technical College
Albany, GA
12-2019
High School Diploma -
Randolph Middle/High School
Cuthbert
05-2004
Skills
Clinical judgment
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA compliance
Immunization administration
Phlebotomy techniques
Nursing documentation
Catheter care
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Appointment scheduling
Care plan development
Certified in CPR/AED
Wound care
Patient charting
Nursing intervention evaluations
Intravenous medications
Staff supervision
Dementia knowledge and care
Wound dressing and suturing
In-home care
Certification
CPR/AED Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - [State] Board of Nursing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Wound Care Certification (WCC) - National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy.
Timeline
LPN Office Nurse
PHOEBE Physicians Group,
01.2025 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Pruitthealth
01.2024 - 12.2024
LPN Office Nurse
Albany Area Primary Health Care
03.2023 - 01.2024
LPN Office Nurse
PHOEBE Physicians Group,
07.2021 - 02.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Pruitthealth
03.2020 - 06.2021
Customer Service Supervisor
Walmart
03.2016 - 10.2019
Diploma - Nursing
Albany Technical College
High School Diploma -
Randolph Middle/High School
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