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Crystal Tappen

Farmville

Summary

Former LPN, worked in geriatrics and correctional field. Excellent communication skills whether in person or over the phone or computer. I enjoy paperwork and working with computers. I give 100% effort in everything I do and I learn quickly. I've been out of work since 2012 due to medical reasons but I'm ready to return to the workforce,

I type 35-40 wpm, I'm familiar with Microsoft Office as I was required to take the class for my nursing degree. I also studied Office Specialist 1 & 2 where I gained my love for the office related career.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

At Work Personnel
02.2012 - 10.2012
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.

LPN

Amelia Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2010 - 07.2010

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Store Manager

K&C Grocery
08.1998 - 02.2000
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.

LPN

Amelia Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
03.2010 - 05.2010
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.

LPN

Piedmont Regional Jail
08.2009 - 01.2010
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.

Cashier

Wal-Mart Supercenter
11.2003 - 05.2006
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Improved efficiency, organized checkout area for optimal workflow.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing

Southside Virginia Community College
Keysville, VA
12.2009

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Scan, copy and fax using all in one fax machine
  • Filing by alphabet or numerics
  • Complete important and confidential forms
  • File information in computer or paper format

Timeline

LPN

At Work Personnel
02.2012 - 10.2012

LPN

Amelia Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
03.2010 - 05.2010

LPN

Amelia Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2010 - 07.2010

LPN

Piedmont Regional Jail
08.2009 - 01.2010

Cashier

Wal-Mart Supercenter
11.2003 - 05.2006

Store Manager

K&C Grocery
08.1998 - 02.2000

Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing

Southside Virginia Community College
Crystal Tappen