Brenda Arrington
Whitakers
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nash UNC Health Care
Rocky Mount
03.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a clinical setting.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Documented patient vital signs and medical history accurately in electronic records.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care plans.
- Assisted with daily living activities to promote patient comfort and independence.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Fountains At The Albemarle
Tarboro
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a clinical setting.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Assisted with daily living activities to promote patient comfort and independence.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care plans.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Edgecombe Community College
Tarboro, NCSkills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Care planning collaboration
- Electronic record management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nash UNC Health Care
03.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Fountains At The Albemarle
06.2021 - 03.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Edgecombe Community College