Constance Prince
West Columbia
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
10.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- 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.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Skilled in PointClickCare, MyUnity charting
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Administrative Assistant
Zeus Industrial Products Inc
05.2017 - 08.2020
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Monitored premises, screened visitors, updated logs and issued passes to maintain security.
- Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
- Processed invoices and expenses using Kronos to facilitate on-time payment.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
- Monitored supervisor's work calendar and scheduled appointments, meetings and travel.
- Created PowerPoint presentations for business development purposes.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
Certified Nursing Assistant
PruittHealth
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet all needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
Orangeburg, SC05.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
Orangeburg, SC07.2021
High School Diploma -
Edisto High School
Cordova, SC05.2017
Skills
- Point Click Care (EMR)
- Wound Care
- Medication Administration
- Information Compiling and Auditing
- Specimen Collection
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Patient Observation
- Vital Signs Collection
- Mobility Assistance
- Basic Life Support
- HIPAA Compliance
- Biohazard Disposal
- Catheter Care
- Medical Terminology
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Bedsore Prevention
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Patient Positioning
- Time Management
- Medical Supply Management
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
01/2023
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
07/2024
CPR & First Aid Certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community
10.2021 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Zeus Industrial Products Inc
05.2017 - 08.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
PruittHealth
01.2017 - 05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
High School Diploma -
Edisto High School
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