Kara Wilson
Ringgold
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse and future Registered Nurse with expertise in patient care, medication administration, and health education. Committed to providing emotional support and maintaining accurate health records to enhance resident well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Morning Pointe Senior Living
Rossville and Collegedale
09.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per thephysician's orders for residents' health needs.
- Educated residents and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Provided emotional support to residents, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Observed changes in the patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical test results.
Resident Assistant
Morning Pointe Senior Living
Collegedale
05.2019 - 09.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to residents.
- Maintained a safe and clean living environment for residents.
- Completed routine rounds, checking with residents to meet care needs.
- Made beds daily and performed light housekeeping duties in resident apartments and common areas.
- Aided residents with ambulation or walker, cane and wheelchair use.
- Transported residents to activities and meals.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Dalton State College
Dalton, GA12-2025
Practical Nursing
Chattanooga College
Chattanooga, TN07-2023
High School Diploma -
LaFayette High School
LaFayette, GA05-2017
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Health education
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Emotional support
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA protocols
- Geriatric care
Certification
Registered Nurse- Eligible for NCLEX-RN
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Morning Pointe Senior Living
09.2023 - Current
Resident Assistant
Morning Pointe Senior Living
05.2019 - 09.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Dalton State College
Practical Nursing
Chattanooga College
High School Diploma -
LaFayette High School