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MARKEELA MCCOLLUM

Magee,Ms.

Summary

Compassionate and results-driven Licensed Practical Nurse with over 9 years of diverse clinical experience, including psychiatric care, surgical recovery, infection control, and COVID-19 response. Proven ability to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in fast-paced and emotionally demanding settings. Skilled in medication administration, vital sign monitoring, wound care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Certified BLS Instructor with a strong commitment to patient safety, patient education, and holistic support. Known for professionalism, empathy, and precision in both routine and critical scenarios.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Advantage Medical Professionals
01.2022 - Current
  • - Deliver care to adult psychiatric patients in a high-acuity mental health setting.
  • - Administer prescribed medications and monitor patient responses.
  • - Collect and document vital signs to assess and track patient stability.
  • - Assist with psychiatric and medical procedures, dressing changes, wound care, and hygiene support.
  • - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on treatment plans.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Maxim Healthcare
02.2021 - 09.2021
  • - Administered COVID-19 vaccines and monitored patients.
  • - Collected and documented vital signs.
  • - Charted changes in conditions and alerted providers.
  • - Ensured confidentiality and sterilized equipment.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Covington County Hospital
12.2020 - 02.2021
  • - Collected biological specimens and supported diagnostics.
  • - Assisted patients and enforced infection control.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Forrest Health Inc., Same Day Surgery
08.2019 - 12.2020
  • - Cared for up to 40 patients/day in surgical setting.
  • - Followed treatment plans and documented intake.
  • - Educated families and scheduled pre-op evaluations.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Millcreek Rehabilitation
06.2016 - 07.2019
  • - Deliver care to child and adolescent psychiatric patients in a high-acuity mental health setting.
  • - Administer prescribed medications and monitor patient responses.
  • - Maintained hygiene, dressings, and wound care.
  • - Collaborated on behavioral treatment plans.

Education

Practical Nursing -

Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Wesson, MS
07.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Management

Virginia College
Birmingham, AL
12.2005

Skills

  • Infection control & wound care, Medication administration, Vital signs assessment, Psychiatric patient care, Treatment plan collaboration, COVID-19 testing & vaccine administration, Patient education & communication, Epic Systems proficiency, Charting and recording

Certification

  • Certifications: BLS Certified Instructor, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - active, NCLEX-PN, Phlebotomy Certified, EKG Certified, Tuberculosis Surveillance & Testing Certification, IV Certified, Epic Systems
  • - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association
  • - TB Surveillance and Testing Certification

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Advantage Medical Professionals
01.2022 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Maxim Healthcare
02.2021 - 09.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

Covington County Hospital
12.2020 - 02.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

Forrest Health Inc., Same Day Surgery
08.2019 - 12.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse

Millcreek Rehabilitation
06.2016 - 07.2019

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Office Management

Virginia College

Practical Nursing -

Copiah-Lincoln Community College

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