Myra Hankerson
Eden
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Staff Nurse at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, skilled in patient monitoring and emotional support. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance rehabilitation outcomes. Expertise in wound care and effective communication, ensuring high-quality patient care and satisfaction during challenging recovery phases. Hardworking professional well-versed in primary care. Treats patients of all ages and specializes in delivering effective quality nursing care. Performs in stressful and crisis situations and interprets and applies policies and procedures with good judgment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Salisbury
01.2026 - Current
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Administered medications following protocols and care plans to ensure patient safety and adherence.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting progress notes and medications to support effective care coordination.
- Assisted in developing individualized rehabilitation plans for diverse patient needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering resilience during recovery.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
Home health nurse
Bayada Home Health
Milford
05.2023 - Current
- Administered wound care, medications, and IV therapy to ensure optimal patient health outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Delivered compassionate nursing care to enhance patient comfort and well-being in home settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Supported patients with daily living activities and mobility to promote independence and quality of life.
- Maintained accurate medical records in compliance with company standards.
LPN
Somerset County Schools
08.2016 - 09.2024
- Administered medications and treatments to students under supervision.
- Monitored student health conditions and reported changes to staff.
- Assessed physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely medical care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Monitored students for seizure activity, ensuring prompt intervention and safety during school hours.
- Assisted in creating individualized health plans for students with special needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with illness or injury, fostering a compassionate care environment.
Corrections Nurse
Wicomico County Detention Center
Salisbury
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Delivered direct patient care within correctional facility, ensuring safety and adherence to protocol.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, enhancing individual treatment plans.
- Assessed patients to evaluate physical condition and health status, informing tailored care strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
LPN
Mallard Landing
Salisbury
07.2016 - 12.2016
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care plans.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Administered medications and treatments according to prescribed protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Responded to medical emergencies following school protocols and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
LPN
Genesis Health Services
Salisbury
03.2016 - 06.2016
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output, glucose levels, and medical test results to ensure timely intervention.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status and care to nursing and clinical care supervisors, facilitating collaborative decision-making.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
LPN
Dove Pointe
Salisbury
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Responded to urgent patient needs and managed emergencies during on-call duties, ensuring timely interventions.
- Assisted patients with daily activities and monitored health status to ensure optimal care.
- Supervision of aids
- Collaborated with coworkers to resolve issues and enhance service delivery in patient care.
- Working closely with physicians
- Appointments
- Residential nursing
LPN
Maxim Healthcare Services
Salisbury
04.2014 - 08.2015
- Administered immunizations to enhance patient health
- Conducted cholesterol screenings to monitor and manage patient health
- Performed glucose checks for diabetes management
- Obtained manual blood pressure readings to assess patient cardiovascular health
Education
diploma - nursing
Delaware Technical Center
Georgetown, DE01-2013
Skills
- Wound cleaning
- Patient education
- Emotional support
- Team collaboration
- Patient monitoring
- Mobility assistance
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Gastroenteral nutrition
- Body mechanic knowledge
- Medical clinical procedures comprehension
- Specimen collection
- Sterilization techniques mastery
- Health and wellness
- Emergency response
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Diabetes management
- Tracheostomy care
- Respiratory support
- Caring
- Skills in therapeutic communication
- Shows sympathy/empathy
Personal Information
Title: LPN
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2026 - Current
Home health nurse
Bayada Home Health
05.2023 - Current
Corrections Nurse
Wicomico County Detention Center
06.2022 - 11.2022
LPN
Somerset County Schools
08.2016 - 09.2024
LPN
Mallard Landing
07.2016 - 12.2016
LPN
Genesis Health Services
03.2016 - 06.2016
LPN
Dove Pointe
10.2015 - 03.2016
LPN
Maxim Healthcare Services
04.2014 - 08.2015
diploma - nursing
Delaware Technical Center