Sikina McDonnough
Marietta
Summary
Seasoned Licensed Practical Nurse with a robust background in patient-focused care, notably at Emory Healthcare. Specializes in chronic disease management and health education, demonstrating exceptional communication skills and a commitment to improving patient outcomes. Proven leader in training staff and streamlining clinic operations, contributing to enhanced patient care and education. Seeking an opportunity as an new graduate registered nurse to continue to make an impact in healthcare.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Emory Healthcare
11.2017 - Current
- Provide patient education and the ability to communicate effectively with patients of all ages
- Manages clinic flow between acute care and general cardiology patients
- Train new staff and educate on heart disease
- Liaison between doctor and patient
- Assist physician with point of care testing
Student Nurse Extern- Emergency Department
Emory Johns Creek Hospital
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Performed diagnostic tests under supervision of registered nurses, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Gained valuable clinical experience through rotations in various hospital departments, such as emergency care, pediatrics, and surgery.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Supported nursing staff in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and managing patients'' needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Atlanta Public Schools
07.2016 - 11.2017
- Provide healthcare to students and staff
- Perform health screenings
- Coordinate referrals to private healthcare providers
- Serve as liaisons between school personnel, family, and community healthcare providers
- Overseeing medication administration, health care procedures, and the development of healthcare plans
- Overseeing vision, hearing, body mass index, and mental health screening procedures
Licensed Practical Nurse
WellStar Health System Inc
09.2015 - 07.2016
- Provides patient education and the ability to communicate effectively with patients of all ages
- Manages clinic flow between acute care and immunotherapy patients
- Train new staff and educate on immunotherapy to patients and staff
- Liaison between doctor and patient
- Assist physician with point of care testing
Licensed Practical Nurse-Charge Nurse
Covenant Woods Assisted Living Facility
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Managed clinical oversight for 13-bed dementia/Alzheimers unit
- Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management
- Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, and Alzheimer's disease
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams
Licensed Practical Nurse- Pediatric Endocrinology
Bon Secours Health Systems, Inc
05.2012 - 05.2015
- Educated patients and their families about healthy lifestyle choices
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow
- Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing
- Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis
- Assessed patients and documented their medical histories
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients
Licensed Practical Nurse-contract
Haynesville Correctional Center
01.2012 - 07.2012
- Interviewed inmates to obtain, weight and height measurements and vital signs
- Followed infection control procedures
- Performed glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis
- Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2025
Associate's degree - Health Science
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA12.2022
Diploma - Nursing
Centura College
Chesterfield, VA10.2011
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- CPR/AED
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Diabetes care
- Patient intervention
- Chronic Disease Management
- Shared governance
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Health Education
Certification
- Certified Connectcare Superuser - 2015
- BLS certification - 2025
Affiliations
- Sigma Theta Tau International - 2025
Timeline
Student Nurse Extern- Emergency Department
Emory Johns Creek Hospital
01.2025 - 04.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Emory Healthcare
11.2017 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Atlanta Public Schools
07.2016 - 11.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
WellStar Health System Inc
09.2015 - 07.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse-Charge Nurse
Covenant Woods Assisted Living Facility
09.2014 - 06.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse- Pediatric Endocrinology
Bon Secours Health Systems, Inc
05.2012 - 05.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse-contract
Haynesville Correctional Center
01.2012 - 07.2012
Associate's degree - Health Science
Georgia State University
Diploma - Nursing
Centura College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia State University
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