DeeAnn Harrison
Clarksville
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with solid background in patient care and medical support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Health Partners. Inc
07.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to facilitate effective communication and coordination of care.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Anne’s of Winona
09.2016 - 05.2021
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in Matrix to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Comfort Home Healthcare
04.2014 - 12.2016
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Delivered medications to specific residents throughout the community.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Whitewater Healthcare
05.2000 - 07.2012
- 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 and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
Nursing Diploma -
Rochester Community and Technical College
Rochester, MN06.2013
High School diploma - undefined
Winona Senior High School
Winona, MN06.2001
Skills
- Wound Dressing
- Geriatric care
- Medical Paperwork Processing
- Blood Draws and catheterizations
- Recording Vital Signs
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Gastric Feeding Tubes
- Tracheostomy Care
- Feeding Pumps
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Health Partners. Inc
07.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Anne’s of Winona
09.2016 - 05.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Comfort Home Healthcare
04.2014 - 12.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Whitewater Healthcare
05.2000 - 07.2012
High School diploma - undefined
Winona Senior High School
Nursing Diploma -
Rochester Community and Technical College