- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Experimenting with different creative mediums, like sketching, sewing, and writing, to expand skills and techniques
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
Ethel Richardson
Memphis,TN
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at St. Jude Research Children's Hospital, enhancing patient outcomes through vigilant monitoring and advocacy. Skilled in medication administration and patient education, I developed a streamlined process for tracking Coronavirus swabs, significantly reducing errors and improving care quality across units. I serve on several of the employee resource groups, to include DEI, Wellness Advocate and the Military Resource Group. I've received numerous ovations, cards and thanks from families and co-workers.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Jude Research Children's Hospita
03.2020 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care, closely monitoring vital signs, patient progress, and alerting medical staff to any changes.
- Advocated for patients'' needs during healthcare daily shifts, contributing valuable insights to improve overall quality of care.
- Incorporate all measures available to ensure success with obtaining lab samples through venipunctures, placing intravenous lines, accessing subcutaneous ports, and collecting urine.
- Assist team members with job success through adhering to policy and procedures.
- Developed a process tracking patients/parents Coronavirus swabs that reduced mistakes and was adopted throughout our units.
Licensed School Nurse
Nursefinders
08.2011 - Current
- Coordinated school-wide health campaigns such as flu vaccination clinics, dental screenings, and mental health awareness events to promote overall wellness.
- Reduced absenteeism by addressing individual health needs and providing prompt care to sick or injured students.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information for timely reporting purposes and informed decision-making processes.
- Managed medication administration according to established policies and procedures, ensuring accuracy and safety at all times.
- Collaborated with other disciplines such as, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and school staff to promote optimal services.
Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse
Intrepid USA
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Assessed, managed and reported new wound care needs
- Patient and family education
- Assisted with daily living activities
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals
- Computer documentation
- Scheduled appointments and transportation for patients to medical facilities.
Education
BBA - Accounting
LeMonye-Owen College
Memphis, TNCertificate of Technical Studies - Nursing
Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center
Augusta, GA11-1993
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Access subcutaneous lines
- Initiate Intravenous lines
- Patient and family education
- Patient and family advocate
Interests
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Jude Research Children's Hospita
03.2020 - Current
Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse
Intrepid USA
12.2019 - 03.2020
Licensed School Nurse
Nursefinders
08.2011 - Current
BBA - Accounting
LeMonye-Owen College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Nursing
Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center
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