MARY MBENG
Manassas
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Birmingham Green Nursing Facility, excelling in medication administration and compassionate patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective clinical documentation and vital signs monitoring. Recognized for improving patient satisfaction scores by delivering tailored care and fostering teamwork within interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Birmingham Green Nursing Faclity
08.2013 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Assisted in daily living activities to promote patient independence and well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Recorded vital signs and maintained accurate patient records for continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Utilized medical software for documentation and scheduling appointments efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of nursing stations to support operational efficiency.
- Participated in continuing education programs to enhance clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Led training sessions for new LPNs and nursing assistants, improving team competency and patient care standards.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Birmingham Green Nursing Facility
08.2013 - 07.2017
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to inform healthcare team of patient status.
- Assisted in the implementation of care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Collaborated with nurses and physicians to ensure comprehensive patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices and post-discharge instructions.
- Trained new staff on protocols for safety and efficient patient handling techniques.
- Improved workflow processes by suggesting enhancements based on patient feedback and observations.
- Led initiatives focused on enhancing patient comfort and satisfaction during care interactions.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Education
Associate of Arts - NURSING
ULTIMATE HEALTH SCHOOL
MANASSAS, VA09-2016
High School Diploma -
GOVERMENT BILINGUAL HIGH SCHOOL YAOUNDE
CAMEROON, WEST AFRICA06-1994
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- WOUND CARE CERTIFICATION
- DEMENTIA CERIFICATION
- CPR
- PRECEPTING NEW NURSES
- Licensed : LICENSED PRATICAL NURSE IN THE STATE OF NORTHERN VIRGINA
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Birmingham Green Nursing Faclity
08.2013 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Birmingham Green Nursing Facility
08.2013 - 07.2017
Associate of Arts - NURSING
ULTIMATE HEALTH SCHOOL
High School Diploma -
GOVERMENT BILINGUAL HIGH SCHOOL YAOUNDE
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