Ronda Oakley
Roxboro
Summary
Organized LPN with experience providing skilled care to diverse patient populations. Compassionate professional with great engagement skills. Prioritize tasks and maintains accurate documentation. Dedicated and reliable nurse with previous experience with inmate population and care. Excellent accurate medication administration skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Croasdaile Village
Durham, NC
11.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and comfort.
- Evaluated patient needs to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Supervised nursing staff, providing guidance and support in daily operations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care delivery.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols, procedures, and best practices.
- 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.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 10 to 15 patients per day in [15]-bed unit.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective discharge planning strategies and providing thorough patient education.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
LPN Correctional Nurse
Southern Health Partners. Inc
Chattanooga, TN
06.2017 - 10.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to medical staff promptly.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and satisfaction.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Conducted patient education sessions, promoting health literacy and self-management skills.
- 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.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Facilitated patient education on disease management and prevention, empowering individuals towards healthier lifestyles.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
Triage Nurse
Duke Health
Durham, NC
03.2015 - 06.2017
- Conducted triage assessments to prioritize patient care based on medical urgency.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and information retrieval.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in triage protocols and best practices for patient assessment.
- Streamlined triage processes, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing wait times.
- Analyzed patient data trends to inform clinical decisions and improve care delivery outcomes.
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring thorough documentation of triage assessments and treatment plans.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathetic communication, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
- Maintained a calm and professional demeanor during high-stress situations, effectively managing patient expectations and alleviating concerns.
- Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Danville Community College
Danville, VA08-2003
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Emergency care
- Policy compliance
- Health promotion
- Clinical judgment
- Quality improvement
- Wound care
- Physical assessments
- Infection control
- Responsible and dependable
- CPR/AED
- Patient charting
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Mental health care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Adaptable and flexible
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Medical paperwork processing
- Procedure explanation
- Conditions reporting
- Quality assessments
- Medical examination
- Work planning and coordination
- Inventory assessment
- Dietary requirements and restrictions
- Needs assessment
- Equipment inspection
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Multitasking
- Patient care
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- CPR certification
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Active listening
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse - 73506
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Croasdaile Village
11.2025 - Current
LPN Correctional Nurse
Southern Health Partners. Inc
06.2017 - 10.2025
Triage Nurse
Duke Health
03.2015 - 06.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Danville Community College