Sierra Hayes
Celina
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Monroe County Medical Center, adept in wound care and patient relationship building. Excelled in delivering compassionate care, significantly improving patient compliance and outcomes. Skilled in medication administration and fostering positive interactions, ensuring high levels of patient satisfaction and care excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Monroe County Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
- Educated patients on post-discharge care, improving compliance with treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, addressing concerns and enhancing patient care.
- Utilized wound care techniques, including dressing changes and infection prevention, to promote patient healing.
- Operated infusion pumps to deliver prescribed treatments, monitoring patient responses.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collected and labeled lab specimens, maintaining proper protocols for timely analysis.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Celina Health and Rehab
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Utilized wound care techniques, including dressing changes and infection prevention, to promote patient healing.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, facilitating comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and labeled lab specimens, maintaining proper protocols for timely analysis.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cumberland Valley Manor
02.2020 - 07.2021
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, addressing concerns and enhancing patient care.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collected and labeled lab specimens, maintaining proper protocols for timely analysis.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
Medical Scribe
Satellite Med
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to update and maintain accurate patient records.
- Operated dictation devices to capture doctors' verbal notes, transcribing them into comprehensive medical records.
- Prepared detailed patient charts using electronic health records software, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Utilized medical transcription software to document physician-patient interactions precisely.
- Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills by managing multiple patient charts and ensuring timely updates.
- Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
Student Peer Mentor
Cumberland County Elementary 21st Century
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Offered emotional support during challenging times of transition or personal struggles experienced by mentees.
- Facilitated group workshops on topics such as stress management, test-taking strategies, and goal setting, empowering students to succeed academically and personally.
- Assisted students in identifying their strengths and weaknesses, helping them develop personalized learning plans.
- Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
- Worked closely with program coordinators to evaluate the effectiveness of mentoring initiatives and suggest areas for improvement.
- Implemented strategies to help mentees manage stress and difficult emotions.
- Assessed students' knowledge, comprehension, and study habits to track progress and set realistic goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN12-2022
Volunteer State Community College
Livingston, TNDiploma - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Livingston, TN12-2019
Nursing
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TNHigh School Diploma -
Cumberland County High School
Burkesville05-2016
Somerset Community College
Albany, KYSkills
- Pediatric Care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
- Family communication
- Infection control
- Patient relationship building
Certification
American Heart Association BLS CPR, AED, and First Aid
IV Therapy
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Monroe County Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Celina Health and Rehab
08.2021 - 10.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cumberland Valley Manor
02.2020 - 07.2021
Medical Scribe
Satellite Med
02.2017 - 01.2019
Student Peer Mentor
Cumberland County Elementary 21st Century
08.2013 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Volunteer State Community College
Diploma - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Nursing
Tennessee Technological University
High School Diploma -
Cumberland County High School
Somerset Community College
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