Devan Smith
@devansmith
Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse delivering superior patient care.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse with a strong foundation in critical thinking and medical knowledge. My experience spans various healthcare settings where I have successfully collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to restore patients' health through effective nursing and health education processes. I thrive in high-pressure environments, maintaining a positive attitude and ensuring the best care for my patients.
Throughout my career, I have held multiple roles, including Charge Nurse and Clinic Manager, where I have demonstrated my ability to delegate tasks, manage patient care plans, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. My commitment to patient education and advocacy has allowed me to build strong relationships with patients and their families, fostering an environment of trust and support.
I am dedicated to continuous improvement and professional development, always seeking opportunities to enhance my skills and knowledge in nursing. I believe that effective communication and organization are key to providing exceptional care, and I strive to embody these values in every aspect of my work.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
LVN Charge Nurse
Bellflower Post Acute
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Delegates task assignments to CNAs and plans and manages patient care according to individual needs. Interviews patients, records medical history and physical condition, and obtains vital signs. Provides routine care, observes health, reviews charts, and assists physicians and registered nurses.
LPN/Medical Staff Associate
CSL Plasma
Nov 2022 - Present (2 years 7 months)
Responsible for evaluating donor suitability for automated pheresis procedures and administering approved immunizations. Provides limited emergency medical care to donors and staff. Conducts confidential interviews and performs medical history reviews and health assessments.
LVN Charge Nurse / Clinic Manager
Wesley Palms Retirement Community
Oct 2021 - Present (3 years 8 months)
Coordinated and performed resident assessments and plan of care evaluations. Oversaw assisted living, independent living, and memory care resident plans of care. Coordinated and performed needed treatments, medications, or other nursing interventions.
LVN CHARGE NURSE/ LVN MED NURSE
Golden Hill Subacute and Rehabilitation Center
Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)
Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations. Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment, and disease prevention. Prioritized care and assessed needs through effective triaging.
LVN CHARGE NURSE
Windsor Gardens Convalescent Center
Mar 2019 - Present (6 years 3 months)
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare providers. Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids. Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Cypress College
Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts And General Studies
2018 - 2019
Activities and societies: Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association
Studied Liberal Arts and General Studies. Obtained Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
Lynwood Community Adult School
Graduate, Vocational Nursing
2017 - 2018
Completed the Vocational Nurse Program.
Bellflower High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
2010 - 2014
Completed high school education.
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