Djauna Rogers mckinnis
baton rouge,Louisiana
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with background in various healthcare settings. Demonstrated strengths include patient care, documentation, and strong clinical skills. Known for maintaining professional and calm demeanor during crisis situations resulting in better patient outcomes. Contributed significantly to improving patient care protocols in previous roles. Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff LPN
In Loving Arms
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
10.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information.
- Assisted in providing patient care.
- Conducted assessments of patients' physical and mental health conditions.
- Evaluated patient progress towards goals set out by the care plan or physician's orders.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations related to nursing practice and quality assurance.
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a physician or registered nurse.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medications administered.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
LPN School Nurse
Health Centers in Schools
Baton, Louisiana
05.2017 - 09.2024
- Provided health counseling to students, parents, and staff.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Educated staff on proper infection control procedures and protocols.
- Counseled students on healthy lifestyle choices including nutrition and physical activity.
- Conducted vision, hearing, scoliosis, and other required screenings for students.
- Collaborated with school administrators in developing emergency response protocols.
- Performed first aid and CPR when needed and documented incidents accordingly.
- Participated in IEP meetings to discuss student healthcare needs.
- Interpreted lab results and communicated findings to physicians as necessary.
- Attended faculty meetings to provide updates on student health issues.
- Supervised a team of certified nursing assistants at the school clinic.
- Facilitated communication between families, teachers, administrators, and healthcare providers regarding student health concerns.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
Staff LPN
Capital House Nursing & Rehab Center
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2017 - 03.2023
- Assisted in providing patient care, including wound care and administering medications.
- Monitored vital signs, collected specimens, and documented patient information.
- Conducted assessments of patients' physical and mental health conditions.
- Provided education to patients and families regarding treatment plans, medication administration, and lifestyle changes.
- Evaluated patient progress towards goals set out by the care plan or physician's orders.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress or crisis situations.
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a physician or registered nurse.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medications administered.
- Served as a preceptor for new staff members when necessary.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
Staff LPN
Healing Hands Home Health
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Assisted in providing patient care, including wound care and administering medications.
- Monitored vital signs, collected specimens, and documented patient information.
- Conducted assessments of patients' physical and mental health conditions.
- Provided education to patients and families regarding treatment plans, medication administration, and lifestyle changes.
- Evaluated patient progress towards goals set out by the care plan or physician's orders.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress or crisis situations.
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a physician or registered nurse.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medications administered.
- Provided guidance to unlicensed staff members regarding proper techniques for delivering safe patient care.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Staff Nurse
Regency Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
05.2008 - 09.2014
- Developed individualized teaching strategies for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
Staff LPN
Baton Rouge Cardiology Center
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2005 - 04.2008
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Performed electrocardiograms and monitored patients during exercise stress tests.
- Administered medications to induce cardiac stress as ordered by physicians.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports for physician interpretation of test results.
- Conducted patient interviews to obtain medical history, including pertinent family history information.
- Utilized various types of equipment such as EKG monitors, treadmills and other computerized devices.
- Monitored vital signs while administering medication during a stress test procedure.
- Assessed patient's condition before, during and after exercise testing procedures.
- Assisted cardiologists with special procedures such as nuclear imaging studies or echocardiograms.
- Informed patients about the purpose, risks and benefits of diagnostic tests prior to conducting them.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards within the work area at all times.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in the clinic.
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Stanacola Medical Center
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
10.2001 - 05.2005
- Ensured that all staff members were properly trained in the use of medical equipment and protocols.
- Provided guidance to nurses, LPNs, and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care policies and procedures.
- Monitored performance of all nursing staff and provided feedback as needed.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
- Managed scheduling of nursing staff to ensure adequate staffing levels at all times.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits, treatments, medications, test results.
- Supervised the administration of medications according to established guidelines.
- Collaborated with physicians to evaluate patient progress and determine necessary changes in care or medication regimens.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
Education
Practical Nursing Diplma -
Louisiana Technical College, Westside Campus
Plaquemine, LA10-2000
High School Diploma -
Baker High School
Baker, LA05-1992
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medical Documentation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Palliative Care
- Mental Health Support
- Quality Improvement
- Cultural competence
- Geriatric Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical Decision Making
- Pediatric Care
- Family Communication
- Physical Assessment
- Patient Intake
- Wound Care
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Health Education
- Clinical Documentation
- Documenting intake
- Home Health Care
- Charting and recording
- ADL Assistance
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Compassionate Care
- Preventive Care
- [State] Licensed Practical Nurse
- Diabetes management
- Catheter Care
- EKG administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs
Timeline
Staff LPN
In Loving Arms
10.2024 - Current
LPN School Nurse
Health Centers in Schools
05.2017 - 09.2024
Staff LPN
Capital House Nursing & Rehab Center
05.2017 - 03.2023
Staff LPN
Healing Hands Home Health
01.2014 - 05.2017
Staff Nurse
Regency Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers
05.2008 - 09.2014
Staff LPN
Baton Rouge Cardiology Center
08.2005 - 04.2008
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Stanacola Medical Center
10.2001 - 05.2005
Practical Nursing Diplma -
Louisiana Technical College, Westside Campus
High School Diploma -
Baker High School
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