Chassidy James
Amite,LA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors and other nurses to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit, PCU, Tele-med
Ochsner Medical Center
New Orleans, Louisiana
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs in acute care settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and develop nursing interventions.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety and compliance standards.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems for continuity of care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Star Nursing
Fresno, California
02.2014 - 12.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address their concerns and needs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Oaks Medical Center
Hammond, LA
02.2012 - 02.2015
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address their concerns and needs.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Baton Rouge Community College
Baton Rouge, LA 08.2021 - 12.2023
St. Helena Career And Academy
Greensburg, LASkills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Infection control
- Vital sign monitoring
- Care coordination
- Health education
- Treatment planning
- Compliance standards
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Problem solving
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient monitoring
- HIPAA education
- Policy compliance
- Patient discharging
- Chest pain management
- Critical care
- Psychiatric and mental health care
- Palliative care awareness
- Diabetes management
- Gastrostomy buttons experience
- Vaccine administration
- IV setup
- Sanitation
- Tracheostomy care
- Geriatric treatment
- Family advocacy
- Flow sheet charting
- Care plan development
- Family and patient support
- Telemetry monitoring
- Seizure management
Certification
- BLS certified
Accomplishments
- Daisy award ( Recognition for working well with co-workers during stressful environments and making the process easier.)
- Daisy award ( Recognition for providing outstanding care while being compassionate and supportive of client needs. )
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit, PCU, Tele-med
Ochsner Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Baton Rouge Community College
08.2021 - 12.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Star Nursing
02.2014 - 12.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Oaks Medical Center
02.2012 - 02.2015
St. Helena Career And Academy