Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
CLINICAL / OBSERVATION EXPERIENCE
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
CAPSTONE
Languages
References
Timeline
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RACHEAL BOLARINWA

Leesburg

Summary


Patient-oriented Nurse with 4 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.

Experienced with patient care, clinical assessments, and medical documentation. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to foster patient trust and enhance care delivery. Track record of maintaining accurate health records and implementing effective care strategies.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nurse Aide

Heritage Hall Health and Rehab
06.2018 - 04.2022
  • Strengthened relationships between nursing staff members through active collaboration on interdisciplinary teams focused on improving overall patient outcomes.
  • Facilitated patient comfort during personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and toileting assistance.
  • Expedited communication between healthcare team members by actively participating in shift change report meetings and conveying relevant patient information effectively.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers on bedridden patients through regular repositioning, skin assessments, and reporting any concerns to the supervising nurse promptly.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by following infection control protocols.
  • Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and positioning tasks when needed.
  • Ensured optimal nutrition intake for patients with dietary restrictions or difficulties swallowing by closely monitoring meal consumption and offering appropriate food alternatives when necessary.
  • Maximized privacy during personal care activities by utilizing appropriate drapes or curtains and maintaining a respectful demeanor.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Licensed Practical Nurse

North Spring Behavioral Healthcare
03.2021 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • 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.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.

LPN, Home Care

Maxim Healthcare Agency
02.2023 - Current
  • Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality, and compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Administered prescribed medications using at least two identifiers, and the rights of medication.
  • G-tube feeding, and documented promptly.
  • Provided patient care according to physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Observe and measure patient vital signs, and ensure proper documentation.
  • Reinforce patient and family member teachings, and encourage teach-back.
  • Reported patient assessment findings, and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing interventions for progress toward care goals.
  • Ensured the safety of patients while providing quality nursing care services under accepted standards of practice.

RN Pediatric Psychiatric

North Spring Behavioral Healthcare
07.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

RN

Maxim Healthcare
07.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.


Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

BLUE RIDGE COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Martinsburg, WV
05-2025

Diploma in Nursing - Licensed Practical Nursing

STANDARD HEALTHCARE SERVICE COLLEGE of NURSING
Falls Church, VA
09-2020

Skills

  • Advocating for patients and families
  • Patient safety by establishing safety measures
  • Proper standard precaution techniques to promote infection control
  • Medication administration
  • Patient monitoring
  • Patient evaluation
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Taking vitals

CLINICAL / OBSERVATION EXPERIENCE

Clinical Rotation Venue: Winchester Medical Center, West Virginia University Hospital Martinsburg, Panhandle Home Health, Fresenius Kidney Care Martinsburg and Hospice of the Panhandle.

Clinical / Observation Hours - 535

Affiliations

Volunteer at Rust Library

Chaperone for FHR third-grade elementary students

Room parent class party and party planner

Volunteer at THS for the homecoming event.

Accomplishments

  • Blue Ridge Community and Technical College Honor Roll Student ( 2021 - 2025)
  • Blue Ridge Community and Technical College Scholarship Awards( 2021-2023)
  • Practical Nursing Program Student Honors( 2019 - 2020)
  • Virginia Common Wealth Scholarship Award (2019)

Certification

  • Licensed Practical Nurse - 2020 till Date

CAPSTONE

Student Capstone Assignment with an Experienced Preceptor

Facility - Winchester Medical Center - 

Unit - 3E

Required Hours - 120 

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

RN Pediatric Psychiatric

North Spring Behavioral Healthcare
07.2025 - Current

RN

Maxim Healthcare
07.2025 - Current

LPN, Home Care

Maxim Healthcare Agency
02.2023 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

North Spring Behavioral Healthcare
03.2021 - Current

Certified Nurse Aide

Heritage Hall Health and Rehab
06.2018 - 04.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

BLUE RIDGE COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Diploma in Nursing - Licensed Practical Nursing

STANDARD HEALTHCARE SERVICE COLLEGE of NURSING
RACHEAL BOLARINWA