Lavetta Brandon
Memphis
Summary
Healthcare professional with proven track record in delivering high-quality patient care and medical support. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and adapt to evolving medical needs. Known for reliability, adaptability, and strong problem-solving abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Bethany Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
Nashville, TN
10.2024 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LPN/Certified Surgical Technician
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital
Nashville, TN
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical cases by efficiently preparing operating rooms for subsequent procedures.
- Improved surgical team efficiency by effectively communicating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other staff members during operations.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
Med-Surg LPN
Stonecrest Medical Center
Smyrna, TN
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Served as a mentor for new LPNs joining the Med-Surg unit sharing insights from personal experience.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, contributing to precise execution and overall success.
- Maintained detailed documentation, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare providers.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences by addressing concerns proactively and working toward resolutions efficiently.
- Coordinated patient transfers safely between units or facilities by coordinating with other healthcare professionals involved in their case.
- Performed wound care management, preventing infection and promoting proper healing.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
LPN Charge Nurse
Gallaway Health And Rehab
Gallaway, TN
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- 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.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
LPN
Collierville Nursing and Rehab
Collierville, TN
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Tennessee At Martin
Martin, TNAssociate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Nashville, TN04-2027
Practical Nursing
Allied Health Career Institute
Murfreesboro, TN04-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Concorde Career College
Memphis, TN02-2014
High School Diploma -
Manassas High School
Memphis, TN05-2008
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Infection control
- Catheter care
- Patient documentation
Certification
- Intravenous Therapy Certification – State Boards or Approved Providers.
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - TN Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Surgical Technician NBSTSA 01/2027
EHR Software
PCC {Point Click Care}
MatrixCare
Yardis
EPIC
Cerner
Meditech
Timeline
LPN
Bethany Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
10.2024 - Current
LPN/Certified Surgical Technician
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital
04.2023 - 10.2024
Med-Surg LPN
Stonecrest Medical Center
10.2022 - 08.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
Gallaway Health And Rehab
05.2021 - 10.2022
LPN
Collierville Nursing and Rehab
03.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Tennessee At Martin
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Practical Nursing
Allied Health Career Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Concorde Career College
High School Diploma -
Manassas High School