Jada Richardson
RN
Dallas,GA
Summary
Compassionate and motivated nursing professional with a solid background as a Licensed Practical Nurse, currently advancing education through an LPN-to-RN Bridge Program at Chattahoochee Technical College. Possesses a strong foundation in hands-on clinical experience and a commitment to delivering safe, patient-centered care in long-term care and home healthcare settings. Recognized for dependability and attentiveness to patient needs while fostering collaborative relationships with nurses, providers, patients, and families. Dedicated to ongoing professional growth, focusing on enhancing knowledge in comprehensive patient assessment, clinical decision-making, and evidence-based nursing practices to ensure readiness for a successful transition into the Registered Nurse role.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Paulding Rehabilitation and Care Center
01.2025 - Current
- Provided daily nursing care to residents while promoting comfort, safety, dignity, and independence.
- Completed head-to-toe assessments and monitored residents for changes in their condition.
- Checked and recorded vital signs, blood glucose levels, oxygen levels, weight, and other routine measurements.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by the provider and monitored residents for effectiveness or side effects.
- Provided wound care, dressing changes, and skin assessments to help prevent and treat pressure injuries.
- Monitored residents for signs of infection, dehydration, pain, falls, and other changes in health.
- Assisted with managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and respiratory conditions.
- Communicated changes in residents' conditions to the RN, provider, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Documented assessments, medications, treatments, changes in condition, and resident care accurately in the EMR.
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, and mobility as needed.
- Assisted with transfers and ambulation while following fall-prevention and safety precautions.
- Monitored residents' nutritional intake, fluid intake, and output and reported concerns when necessary.
- Provided catheter care and monitored for signs of urinary infection or other complications.
- Collected specimens such as urine or other samples as ordered and prepared them for laboratory testing.
- Monitored residents' pain levels and provided prescribed medications and comfort measures.
- Participated in care planning and followed individualized care plans based on each resident's needs.
- Provided patient and family education regarding medications, treatments, safety, disease management, and overall care.
- Responded to changes in resident condition and reported urgent concerns promptly to the appropriate healthcare provider.
- Worked closely with CNAs, RNs, physicians, therapists, and families to provide coordinated resident care.
- Followed infection-control practices, including hand hygiene, PPE use, and appropriate precautions.
- Assisted with fall prevention, pressure injury prevention, and other measures to reduce resident complications.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life and comfort care when appropriate, while supporting residents and their families.
- Maintained confidentiality and followed facility policies, nursing standards, and resident rights.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wellstar Paulding Nursing Home
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided resident care according to the written Plan of Care.
- Assist with basic resident care needs, including hygiene, nutrition, elimination, and physical comfort measures.
- Support the Charge Nurse/Manager and other healthcare team members in care delivery.
- Administer meals and nourishment to residents as per dietary standards.
- Recorded vital signs and reported unusual findings to the Charge Nurse.
- Document all patient care promptly according to policy.
Direct Care Partner
LeFevre Personal Care Inc
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted with daily living activities such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, and transferring.
- Maintain accurate daily documentation in the online documentation system.
- Regular assessments of clients’
- Medication Administration
- Vital signs
Home Health Aide
Caregivers of America
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Developed successful interpersonal relationships with clients.
- Provide personal care services, including bathing, grooming, skin care, mouth care, dressing, and toileting.
- Assist with ambulation and transfers, meal preparation, and feeding.
- Perform light housekeeping and laundry duties.
- Engaged in companionship activities and promoted the client's mental alertness.
- Provide transportation services and community support.
Mental Health Worker
Gardenzia
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Demonstrated knowledge of all stages of mental health.
- Completed intake paperwork and performed routine room searches.
- Adhered to State and Federal HIPAA Laws.
- Remain calm under pressure, ensuring client safety through crisis intervention training.
- Collect and record data on client progress.
Education
LPN-RN Bridge Program Associates -
Chattahoochee Technical College
Dallas, GA12.2026
Practical Nursing Diploma - undefined
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA01.2024
Completed Coursework - Healthcare studies
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA01.2020
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Patient Advocacy
- Medication Administration
- Patient Support
- Documenting Care
- Wound Care
Certification
LPN License Expires March 2027
Timeline
LPN
Paulding Rehabilitation and Care Center
01.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wellstar Paulding Nursing Home
01.2023 - 01.2024
Direct Care Partner
LeFevre Personal Care Inc
01.2022 - 01.2024
Mental Health Worker
Gardenzia
01.2020 - 01.2021
Home Health Aide
Caregivers of America
01.2016 - 01.2022
Completed Coursework - Healthcare studies
Community College of Philadelphia
Practical Nursing Diploma - undefined
Chattahoochee Technical College
LPN-RN Bridge Program Associates -
Chattahoochee Technical College