Chantay Brown is an experienced LPN seeking a nursing position. She has over 16 years of experience in various nursing specialties including pediatrics, geriatrics, surgery, and internal medicine. She has worked in clinical, hospital, and military settings. Her background demonstrates strong clinical skills as well as the ability to educate patients, document care, and ensure quality of care.

1. Chantay Brown
13512 Corapeake Place
Chesterfield, Va. 23838-3266
Phone: (804) 590-1386
Chantay_Brown@msn.com
OBJECTIVE
Over 16 years of experience as an LPN with a diverse background of nursing to include
areas in: Pediatrics, Geriatrics, SCU/Recovery, GI Clinic, Family Practice, Cardiology,
Internal Medicine, Cardiac Clinic, Plastic/Reconstructive Surgery Clinic
FORMAL EDUCATION
Jan 2014-Present South University, Glen Allen, VA
Pre-requisites for Bachelor of Science in Nursing
2008 John Tyler Community College
Associate of Applied Health Science
1998 H Ayers Technical College Diploma (LPN)
1990 U.S. Army Schools/Training
CPR: Expires 6/2017
Licensed Practical Nurse License: Expires 3/31/2017
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Summit Health Agency March 2011-Present
LPN
 Administered flu and pneumonia vaccines to clients at various corporate locations.
 Health Screenings checking Glucose and Cholesterol, Blood Pressure and Pulse,
BMI Measured Height and Weight, and give result with Counseling.
 Upholds the philosophy and objectives of the nursing services.
 Provides a wide range of duties to support the patients.
 Ensured a safe patient experience.
 Utilized knowledge to accurately identify and respond to patient needs.
 Possess the ability to recognize urgent or emergent patient care situations.
 Works efficiently with patients, family members, and other staff members.
 Conforms to established policies and procedures.
 Served as the initial point-of-contact for all questions, information and problem
resolution in the areas of patient appointing, ordering supplies, patient travel, files
management, correspondence preparation, time and attendance, and office
automation systems.

2. Physicians Network Dec 2009-Dec 2011
LPN
 Obtain EKG’s and administer medication.
 Assist Physician with surgical/specialized procedures breast exams/annual
pap/started IV’s/removed stitches/stables/dresses and cleaned wounds.
 Gather patient information and educated patient and family members.
 Observe the patient and report all changes in vital signs, symptoms, general
physical appearance and emotional conditions, and contraindications to
medications.
 Provided written documentation of observations either in patients chart.
 Provided continuity of the interdisciplinary care plan.
 Utilized experience and judgment when selecting appropriate order and sequence
of procedures and treatment.
 Calls to schedule appointments and cancel appointments. Phoning and interacting
with the staff from other departments within this facility i.e.. Supply, bio-medical,
medical, nursing, and surgical.
 Oversees all aspects of maintenance and revision of trauma database, in
conjunction with Trauma Coordinator and Emergency Services Director.
 Utilizing various sources, prepares reports reflectingtrauma care, outcomes
and trends
 Coordinates, collects, and enters data of trauma cases into the trauma
database in a timely and accurate manner.
 Submits trauma registry data into the Commonwealth of Virginia Trauma
Registry in a timely and accurate manager.
 Represents Trauma and EMS Services at various meetings, committees, or
educational offerings
 Acts to assure continual readiness for inspection
 Possesses Abbreviated Injury Scoring Specialist certification(CAISS) or
Specialist Trauma Registry certification(CSTR) or willing to obtain.
 Maintain 8 hours annually or 24 hours of registry or critical care education
every three years in accordance with VA State Office of Emergency
Medical Service guidelines
 Maintains all mandatory education as required by facility
 Demonstrates knowledge of and acts in accordance with HIPAA
regulations.
Health Staff Nursing Agency LPN June 2005-June 2008
 Administer medication to clients at scheduled times, take vitals, document per
department policy, maintain professionalism, notify pharmacy of medication
changes per physician, bathe clients
 Independently provides nursing care with little intervention from the RN or
Physician.
 Fostered an environment of respect for each patient and their family.

3.  Observed both physical and emotional changes in patient condition.
 Proficient knowledge in acute care and clinical operations.
 Completes appropriate forms and directs patient to health benefits, if required.
 Knows, understands and puts into practice all procedures as they apply
 Demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider the options, and
formulates an appropriate course of action.
 Demonstrates initial and annual competency in all appropriate designated
lab sections within set deadlines. Accurately performs tests when ordered
by physician.
 Participates in al facility/corporate mandatory training annually and as
required within set deadlines.
 Effectively organizes and completes daily tasks including cleaning and
quality controls on each system.
 Demonstrates the ability to enter patient testing results as required by HCA.
 Able to perform all Regulatory ProficiencyTesting required on each system
 Demonstrates knowledge and skills to train new employees in the point-of-
care role, as well as department/section specific policies/procedures.
 Demonstrate effective communication skills; generating quantitative reports
 Promotes cost effective unit operations to include trouble ticket solutions
 Promotes satisfaction of customers (patient, visitors, physician and staff)
 Participates in and understands quality management activities.
 Demonstrates knowledge and adheres to all policies relating to the JCAHO
National Patient Safety Goals for the Laboratory.
 Ability to obtain blood samples via venipuncture as needed and sending
samples to the clinical laboratory as required.
 Competent in drug testing for occupational medicine after hours of
operation
Poplar Springs Behavioral Health LPN Nov 2005-Nov2006
 Provided telemetry monitoring, wound care and skin inspections, and medication
administration.
 Educated patient and family members, telephone follow-ups, and updated medical
profile in regards to new medication and psychiatric emergencies.
 Understands human behavior, patient motivation, and reactions to situations
involving medications.
 Conforms to established policies and procedures and provide quality control
 Utilized empirical knowledge of patient care to deliver the best possible customer
care.
 Provided a thorough out-brief to Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager before end of
shift.

4.  Uses a high degree of tact and diplomacy when dealing with patients and families.
LPN MILITARY EXPERIENCE 2001-2004
Gold Clinic, Fort Campbell, KY Jan 2003-June 2004
SDS Recovery, Fort Jackson, SC Apr 2002-Aug 2002
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Columbia SC Jan 2002-Mar 2002
GI Clinic, Fort Jackson, SC Aug 2001-Dec 2001
 Obtain EKG’s training provided on cardiac treadmill
 Assist Physician with surgical/specialized procedures breast exams/annual
pap/started IV’s/removed stitches/stables/dresses and cleaned wounds
 Diabetic teaching given to patients.
 Shots given for flu, B12, Depo-Provera, testosterone.
 Observed the patient and reported any changes in vital signs, symptoms, general
physical appearance and emotional conditions, and contraindications to
medications
 Provided written documentation of observations in patients chart or reports
 Respond to emergency situations such as cardiopulmonary arrest
 Set up oxygen and respirator equipment/start and maintain IV’s/check surgical
wounds to insure sterile dressing is dry
 Taught patient and family self-care. Respond to inquiries from patient, family
members and caregivers.
 Auto reminder reflects business objectives; maintaining clinic specific pre-
recorded menu selections
 Performing temperature, blood pressure, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation
measurements, height and weight and patient transfer in support of the primary
care clinic areas. Responds to inquiries from patients, family members and
caregivers.
 Assist in activities and administration of patient appointments
 Assist in preparing and implementing operating guides, and prepare reports
 Serve as the clinic primary point of contact for customers
 Ensure consistency and quality of service and compliance with procedures per
protocol.
HONORS/AWARDS:
 Army Service Ribbon/Army Good Conduct
 Army Achievement Medal/ Overseas Service Ribbon
 National Defense Service Medal/ National Vocational Medal
 Honor Society/Math Club/Faculty Award/Alumni
 Association/Minority Leadership award