Destiney Jones
Picayune,MS
Summary
Operate effectively in fast-paced emergency settings to address concerns with acute and chronic conditions. Good communication, decision-making and prioritization skills useful for assessing and triaging patients to optimize department resource utilization. .
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Slidell Memorial Hospital/ Ochsner
Slidell , LA
02.2022 - Current
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Provided patient care according to established standards and protocols.
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
- Educated patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for appropriate nursing interventions.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care outcomes were achieved.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS05-2021
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Compassionate care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Airway management
- Patient assessments
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Critical thinking
- Patient advocacy
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Creative problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork
- Decision-making
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Slidell Memorial Hospital/ Ochsner
02.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pearl River Community College