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Linda Dent

Jackson

Summary

Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Willow Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Proven expertise in medication management and vital signs evaluation, enhancing patient outcomes through effective care plans. Strong communicator, fostering collaboration among healthcare teams to ensure quality patient care and comfort. Committed to maintaining compliance with HIPAA standards.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Willow Creek Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Byram, MS
03.2024 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments effectively.
  • Assisted in daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and dignity.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
  • Conducted routine assessments, documenting vital signs accurately and promptly.
  • Implemented infection control protocols, promoting a safe environment for patients.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Brookdale Assistant Living
Clinton, MS
02.2025 - 01.2026
  • Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
  • Provided emotional support to patients, enhancing their overall well-being during recovery.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Compere's Nursing Home
Jackson, MS
03.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing

Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS
12-2023

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Holmes Community College
Goodman, MS
12-2019

Skills

  • Medication management
  • Clinical patient assistance
  • Vital signs evaluation and documentation
  • Compliance with HIPAA standards
  • Vaccination execution
  • IV medication management
  • Clinical specimen gathering

Certification

  • Certified Phlebotomist January 2022- Present
  • IV Certification January 2023- Present

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Brookdale Assistant Living
02.2025 - 01.2026

Licensed Practical Nurse

Willow Creek Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
03.2024 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Compere's Nursing Home
03.2024 - 12.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing

Meridian Community College

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Holmes Community College
Linda Dent