April Fountain
Atoka
Summary
Registered Nurse licensed in May of 2024 with a willingness to learn and continue improving my skills. Experienced LPN since 2014 offering expertise in geriatric, home health and rehabilitative care. Strong assessment, clinical, and communication skills.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Amedisys Home Health/Beacon
Jackson, TN
06.2024 - Current
- Administered patient assessments and developed individualized care plans to enhance health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care to promote adherence and recovery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care delivery and streamline processes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Amedisys Home Health
Jackson, TN
02.2021 - 06.2024
- Delivered exceptional wound care, including dressing changes and infection prevention measures, resulting in faster healing times for patients.
- Facilitated effective communication among team members during shift handoffs to ensure continuity of care for all patients.
- Improved patients'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assisting with daily living activities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices, regulatory requirements, and advancements within the field of home care nursing.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care techniques and offering guidance on managing chronic conditions.
- Built strong relationships with patients and their families through clear communication, empathy, and understanding of individual needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Abilis Healthcare
Ripley, TN
08.2020 - 01.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Intrepid Home Health
Brownsville, TN
03.2018 - 08.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Magnolia Creek
Covington, TN
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from acute care settings to long-term care facilities or home environments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Education
Associates Degree of Nursing - Registered Nursing
Dyersburg State Community College
Dyersburg, TN05-2024
Licensed Practical Nursing Certification - Licensed Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Ripley
Ripley, TN12-2013
Skills
- 10 years of extensive nursing experience
- Current CPR Certification and Registered Nursing Licensure
- Valid Drivers License
- Computerized Charting
- Medicare Charting
- Palliative care Experience
- Foley catheter insertion/removal familiarity
- Glucose monitoring
- Tracheotomy/Suctioning
- IV Certified
- PICC/Central Line cares
- Tube Feeding/NPO Status
- Advanced Wound Care knowledge
- Medication knowledge
- Advanced knowledge of nursing techniques and methods
- First hand experience in monitoring and recording clinical information
- Proven record communicating with patients, staff, and families effectively
- In-depth knowledge of medication and treatments used in patient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Amedisys Home Health/Beacon
06.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Amedisys Home Health
02.2021 - 06.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Abilis Healthcare
08.2020 - 01.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
Intrepid Home Health
03.2018 - 08.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Magnolia Creek
02.2017 - 03.2018
Licensed Practical Nursing Certification - Licensed Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Ripley
Associates Degree of Nursing - Registered Nursing
Dyersburg State Community College