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Coretta Lynette Saunders

Durham

Summary

Motivated healthcare professional seeking a progressive position within the industry to effectively apply acquired skills and knowledge. Dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care and contributing to overall healthcare team success. Committed to staying updated with latest advancements in medical technology and best practices, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients. Eager to leverage strong communication and problem-solving abilities to make a positive impact in dynamic healthcare setting.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Health Nurse

BrightStar Homecare
07.2025 - Current
  • Advocated for patients' needs within healthcare systems, ensuring access to resources and services.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse using ABS system.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
  • Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.

Patient Care Technician II

Davita
11.2019 - Current
  • Collect and process blood samples from patients
  • Records patient's pre-dialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate into clinical application timely and accurately
  • Setup and operates dialysis machine to provide dialysis treatment for patients
  • Primes dialyzer with saline and draw heparin solution to prepare machine for use
  • Cannulate patient's location of access to bloodlines
  • Connect dialysis machine to access to start blood circulating through dialyzer
  • Observe and document patient's responses to treatment and report any unusual findings to Nurse Supervisor
  • Setup/ break down dialysis machine and disposal of waste according to standards
  • Conduct safety checks, machine alarm testing and ensure blood spills are cleaned up immediately with appropriate disinfectants between treatments
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.

Health and Wellness Director

The Addison of Durham
06.2024 - 04.2025
  • Oversaw ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
  • Developed comprehensive health education materials for diverse populations, promoting preventive healthcare practices.
  • Established strategic partnerships with community organizations to provide accessible healthcare options for underserved populations.
  • Increased overall employee productivity through the development and execution of targeted wellness initiatives.
  • Led a team of dedicated professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance their skills and performance levels.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness using data-driven approaches, making necessary adjustments to ensure continuous improvement in service delivery.
  • Streamlined facility operations by implementing effective management strategies and improving staff communication.
  • Developed policies and procedures that maintained compliance with industry regulations while ensuring safety for all patients and staff members.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment by fostering open communication, collaboration, and respect among all team members.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Aya Healthcare
09.2023 - 06.2024

Assist providers with Healthcare management of women with Urogyn issues

  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

Licensed Practical Nurse

One Stop Travel Agency
04.2022 - 10.2023
  • Monitor Urogynecology patients' health by checking vitals
  • Complete intake of patients and reporting to proper medical staff
  • Administer bladder catheterizations, bladder installations, venipuncture, bladder acupuncture, injections, and assist with medical procedures
  • Use proper medical calculations when drawing up medications for administration
  • Perform nurse visits and collect urine samples
  • Collect and process urine samples and other specimens according to company policy
  • Complete prior authorizations for medications and procedures
  • Provide pre op, self-catheterization, and pessary teaching
  • Sterilize and process instruments according to company policy using the autoclave
  • Providing training to incoming nurses as well as nursing students

Home Health Nurse

At Home Care Inc
02.2022 - 09.2023
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established care plans.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes in health status.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management and home care practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety during visits.
  • Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans based on ongoing assessments.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Used HomeBase system for documentation.

License Practical Nurse

Quality Staffing
09.2021 - 04.2022
  • Monitoring patients' health by checking vitals
  • Perform intake process for patients
  • Administer medications such as oral and or injections
  • Completing nurse visits
  • Providing assistance for doctors with procedures
  • Giving verbal teaching to patients and providing basic patient care
  • Discuss patient care with proper medical staff
  • Assisting patients with comfort measures, and monitoring pain status
  • Complete prior authorizations for medications, as well as medication refills
  • Assist with non-urgent triage line
  • Perform allergy injections and monitor patients' response
  • Provide urgent medical response to patients with allergic reactions
  • Assist with transvaginal and abdominal ultrasounds
  • Process and sterilize instruments according to company policy using the autoclave
  • Collect and process urine samples and other specimens according to company policy
  • Complete in basket request on Mychart

Patient Care Technician II

Fresenius Kidney Care
09.2017 - 11.2019
  • Collect and process blood samples from patients
  • Records patient's pre-dialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate into clinical application timely and accurately
  • Setup and operates dialysis machine to provide dialysis treatment for patients with kidney failure
  • Primes dialyzer with saline and draw heparin solution to prepare machine for use
  • Cannulate patient's location of access to bloodlines
  • Connects dialysis machine to access to start blood circulating through dialyzer
  • Observe and document patient's responses to treatments and report any unusual findings to Nurse Supervisor
  • Setup/ break down dialysis machine and disposal of waste according to standards
  • Conduct safety checks, machine alarm testing and ensure blood spills are cleaned up immediately with appropriate disinfectants between treatments

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing Diploma -

Durham Technical Community College
07.2021

Diploma - Surgical Technology

Guilford Technical Community College
07.2009

Highschool Diploma -

C. E. Jordan Highschool
Durham, NC
05.2001

Skills

  • Health promotion
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Team building
  • Client relationship management

Certification

  • Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • CRP
  • Sterile Processing

System Usage

Epic

PCC

Yardi

ABS

KanTime

Homebase

Timeline

Home Health Nurse

BrightStar Homecare
07.2025 - Current

Health and Wellness Director

The Addison of Durham
06.2024 - 04.2025

Licensed Practical Nurse

Aya Healthcare
09.2023 - 06.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

One Stop Travel Agency
04.2022 - 10.2023

Home Health Nurse

At Home Care Inc
02.2022 - 09.2023

License Practical Nurse

Quality Staffing
09.2021 - 04.2022

Patient Care Technician II

Davita
11.2019 - Current

Patient Care Technician II

Fresenius Kidney Care
09.2017 - 11.2019

Licensed Practical Nursing Diploma -

Durham Technical Community College

Diploma - Surgical Technology

Guilford Technical Community College

Highschool Diploma -

C. E. Jordan Highschool
Coretta Lynette Saunders