FRED BANGA
Rosedale
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Autumn Lake Healthcare, excelling in medication administration and patient assessment. Adept at enhancing patient care through effective communication and infection control practices. Committed to delivering high-quality nursing care while fostering a compassionate environment for patients and families.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Autumn Lake Healthcare
Baltimore
04.2019 - Current
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Certified Medical Technician
Emerge Inc
Columbia
04.2012 - 12.2019
- Medication Administration
- Assisted with ADLS
- Assisted in the preparation of specimens for testing and examination.
- Prepared standard solutions to combine with samples according to formulas or procedures.
- Supported healthcare teams in consistently delivering timely and quality care according to company standards.
- Collected blood or tissue samples from patients for lab work.
- Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
- Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
- Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
- Assessed adequacy of chemicals and stains.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Saint Michael's Allied Health
DC01-2017
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic health records
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Autumn Lake Healthcare
04.2019 - Current
Certified Medical Technician
Emerge Inc
04.2012 - 12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Saint Michael's Allied Health
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