Shakira Bess
Antioch
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health
10.2024 - Current
- Documented patient information using healthcare management software.
- Educated patients on medication management and lifestyle adjustments.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Administered medications using electronic medication administration records.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
LPN
Bethany Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
10.2024 - Current
- Educated patients on medication management and lifestyle adjustments.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Administered medications using electronic medication administration records.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
Behavior Technician
Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Promoted positive behavior changes by establishing clear expectations, consistent consequences, and reinforcement systems tailored to individual client needs.
Behavioral Health Technician
Rolling Hill Hospital/ Mental Health Clinic
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation
Certified Nursing Assistant
Consolidated Medical Staffing
11.2019 - 03.2023
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trevecca
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Nashville, TN12.2023
No Degree -
University of Memphis
Memphis, TNSkills
- Conflict Resolution
- ADL Support
- Conflict De-Escalation
- Patient-Focused Care
- Electronic Charting
- Data entry
- Microsoft Office Proficient
- Strong work ethic
- Leadership
- Organized
- Willing to learn
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR Certified
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Tennessee Board of Nursing.
Timeline
LPN
Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health
10.2024 - Current
LPN
Bethany Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
10.2024 - Current
Behavior Technician
Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health
07.2023 - 09.2024
Behavioral Health Technician
Rolling Hill Hospital/ Mental Health Clinic
03.2022 - 03.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Consolidated Medical Staffing
11.2019 - 03.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trevecca
08.2018 - 07.2021
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
No Degree -
University of Memphis
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