Position Desired: Licensed Practical Nurse Location Desired: Brooklyn, NY Area of Expertise: Mental Health
Compensation Desired: Hourly Travel Desired: No Travel
Background/Resume:
Rosein Brown , LPN
Brooklyn, NY 11236
(917)624-1282
roseinbrown@gmail.com
Professional Summary:
Professionally trained Licensed Practical Nurse with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs.
Skills:
Diagnostic tools familiarity Culturally competent care Patient evaluation/intervention Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines Patient-focused care Client relations aptitude Seasoned in medical clinical procedures EPIC & E Clinical works electronic medical records competent CPR certification Competent in physical assessments Prenatal nutrition/care knowledge Tracheostomy care comprehension Insulin medication understanding Catheter insertion/removal capability Computer software competency Clients relations facilitation
Work History:
08/2018 to Current Licensed Practical Nurse The Forum Group - Project Renewal – Brooklyn, NY
Assessed patients and documented their medical histories. Assisted in resolving and satisfying client requests and internal operational issues. Ensured safety and well-being of patients. Reinforced teaching regarding medication adherence , disease management and wellness for chronic illness and infectious disease. Administered vaccines and medications as per physicians orders. Specialized in the nursing care of patients with chemical dependency.
03/2015 to Current Licensed Practical Nurse Total Wellness
Welcome and provide client teaching regarding scheduled bio-metric screening procedure. Provide individualized counseling to promote healthy living. Test blood samples using Cholestech or CardioCheck machines and glucometers. Measure and document blood pressure, height, weight, waist circumference and BMI accurately. Communicate and discuss individual screening outcomes to respective clients. Administer flu vaccinations for the appropriate flu season as an independent contractor.
07/2018 to 12/2018 Nurse Case Manager The Execu Search Group - SCO Family Of Services – Brooklyn, NY
Performed vaccine administration to pediatric clients. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases. Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management. Communicated goals, plans and progress to foster parents or guardians. Accurately recorded and reported screening test results according to established procedures. Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care. Reinforced patient teaching regarding reproductive health issues and wellness. Expertise in STDs, HIV and family planning.
02/2016 to 02/2018 Group Visit Coordinator / Health Coach One Medical Group
Coordinate the planning and logistics for Group Visit programs Provide face to face stress and anxiety management education to clients in a group setting, build partnerships with patients that are collaborative and solution-focused Utilize motivational interviewing and engagement strategies to create best possible health and wellness outcomes for clients Co-create action plans for building a stress management practice using SMART goals Provide a safe place for clients to experiment with skills such as breath work, posturing, visualization, healthy self-talk, Metta meditation and mindfulness Support clients in learning how to make good choices for themselves. Perform telephonic patient outreach to high risk patients using the PCMH model.
10/2015 to 01/2016 Licensed Practical Nurse Employee Benefits Funds- Queens Health Center
Obtain information from the patient regarding chief complaints and history of present illness; current medications and allergies. Document pertinent findings interventions medical record. Administer medication, including subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, ordered by the physician. Assist the physician and/or registered professional nurse in performing specialized procedures. Provide patient education and encourage healthy lifestyle modifications
06/2015 to 10/2015 Licensed Practical Nurse - Health Coach The Forum Group- Brightpoint Health
Accurately collect clinical data on patients and demonstrate competency in performing clinical interventions. Document nursing observations, interventions, and patient's response to treatment in patient records . Organize and lead daily support groups in subjects related to physical and emotional health to ensure long-term patient well-being. Counsel and educate clients about health issues and wellness. Support medication adherence and a healthy lifestyle in populations with HIV/ AIDS, hepatitis C, hypertension, and diabetes.
03/2013 to 04/2015 Licensed Practical Nurse Lafayette Medical Approach Substance Abuse Outpatient Facility
Anticipate and advocate client needs on a holistic level. Assess clients to confirm if alert and oriented prior to administration of controlled substances. Administer vaccinations and implant PPD skin tests. Ensure that all nursing supplies are maintained at appropriate inventory levels and that medication is ordered on a regular basis. Perform nursing procedures for client intakes and discharges. Experience with various conditions including HIV, Diabetes, Hepatitis C, Cancer, Bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia.
10/2014 to 02/2015 Licensed Practical Nurse Access Staffing Agency- Advantage Care Physicians
Obtain, verify and record health history of patients necessary for chart update and form completion. Convene daily huddles and ensure implementation of physician directed preparation of patients for scheduled visits. Provide patient care by administering medications, vaccines, and nebulizer treatments, in addition to performing ear irrigation and wound care. Promote and facilitate the care team approach to patient care through appropriate, timely and professional communication. Promote wellness, evaluate patient care needs, prioritize treatment, and maintain patient flow.
Education:
2012 LPN Certification and License: Healthcare NYC DOE OACE LPN PROGRAM - Brooklyn, NY