Arielle Jones
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Direct Supervisor
Stars Behavioral Health Group
Los Angeles, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Improved team productivity by implementing efficient scheduling and task delegation strategies.
- Mentored new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices to facilitate smooth integration into the team, overseeing their completion of onboarding and shadowing.
- Delegated tasks according to expertise, ensuring each nurse is capable of successfully completing admissions and discharges including waived competency testing, In-services and supplemental trainings
- Tracking clients restricted and non restricted health conditions and follow up appointments
- Managed conflict resolution to maintain a harmonious work environment and improve staff retention rates.
- Worked closely with Quality assurance, program directors, mental health workers, administrator and assistant administrator to ensure quality care is provided to our clients
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations within the department by conducting regular audits and addressing any discrepancies promptly.
- Directly supervised nurses at three different locations on all three shifts; AM, PM and NOC.
- Directly responsible for ensuring clients admitted to our facility meet the criteria in their referral packet by providing medical clearance.
- Ensured all three medication rooms are kept clean, medication is labeled and stored properly, narcotic and temperature logs signed off daily, cabinets are organized, supplies are available and fully stocked including ordering medical supplies through medline.
RN Supervisor
Western Convalescent Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
Melvin McFadden
18415 Cairo Ave
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to primary care physician
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Caregiver
Veteran Affairs Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Child Care Worker
McFadden Family Child Care
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by encouraging positive self-concepts and understanding of others.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed healthy relationships with 2-5 children to provide support and guidance in learning.
- Prepared and served nutritious and healthy meals and snacks.
- Taught children educational games to reinforce learning of alphabets and numbers.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Oversaw daily operations for staff, inventory and facility supply purchases, reducing overhead by taking on more responsibilities with creative projects.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL03.2023
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA06.2020
Skills
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Patient Monitoring
- EMR Systems
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Trauma Recovery
- Feeding Assistance
- Personal Care Needs
- Wound Care
- Medication Administration
- Diabetes and Nutrition Education
- Microsoft Office
- Physical/Emotional Assessments
- Body Mechanics Knowledge
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Education
Certification
- CPR certification (March 2023-March 2025)
- BLS certification (March 2023-March 2025)
- First Aid Certification (March 2023-March 2025)
Timeline
Nursing Direct Supervisor
Stars Behavioral Health Group
01.2024 - Current
RN Supervisor
Western Convalescent Hospital
01.2023 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse
Melvin McFadden
01.2021 - 06.2023
Caregiver
Veteran Affairs Medical Center
06.2018 - 08.2019
Child Care Worker
McFadden Family Child Care
01.2010 - 01.2015
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Los Angeles Trade Technical College