Jaime Headley
Bland Correctional Center
Princeton,WV
1
Certification
2027
years of professional experience
Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings. Skilled in developing care plans and providing patient education. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and support diverse populations.
Work History
Staff Registered Nurse
11 Years 8 Months- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and individual patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting abnormalities to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted health assessments, identifying potential health issues within the inmate population for proactive management.
- Performed triage on incoming inmates and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans, ensuring alignment with correctional facility policies.
- Trained new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for a diverse inmate population.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for diverse inmate populations.
Rehabilitation Nurse
2 Months- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment protocols and improve patient recovery times.
- Monitored vital signs and patient progress, adjusting care strategies as necessary for optimal recovery.
- Developed individualized care plans to enhance patient rehabilitation outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on post-rehabilitation care techniques to promote long-term health maintenance.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the facility resulting in decreased falls among high-risk patients.
- Contributed to a safer healthcare environment by adhering to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards.
- Educated patients and families on medication management, reducing errors while promoting adherence to prescribed treatment regimens.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
4 Months- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options and preventive measures.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health records, increasing accuracy and efficiency in patient information management.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Provided inpatient care to a diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
- Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Staff RN
3 Years 10 Months- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, assessed patient conditions, and documented changes in health status.
- Trained junior nursing staff, enhancing team performance through training and knowledge sharing.
- Administered medications via oral, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
- Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
- Educated inmates on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
ICU/CCU Registered Nurse
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and responding swiftly to emergencies.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders in critical care setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain safe patient environments and improve outcomes.
- Conducted thorough assessments, ensuring accurate documentation of patient conditions and responses.
- Managed ventilators, titrating medications, monitoring vital signs closely to ensure appropriate respiratory support for critically ill patients.
- Continuously updated nursing knowledge through participation in ongoing education programs relevant to critical care nursing practice.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient conditions, interventions, and responses to treatments.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for patients and families during critical health situations.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medical procedures, and self-care techniques for optimal recovery.
- Facilitated emotional support for patients'' families during difficult times, promoting an empathetic approach to care.
- Performed advanced life support techniques during emergency situations, resulting in increased patient survival rates.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently following protocols and maintaining clear communication with the healthcare team.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Nursing care plans
Patient evaluations
Medication administration
Wound care
Immunization administration
Patient education
Intake and discharge
CPR/AED
Accomplishments
As a long time employee of Bland Correctional Center, I have been in almost every role, worked every shift, trained multiple staff, and achieved employee of the month 2 times during my years of service. I have worked the pharmacy, as well as coordinated the outside appointments for the inmates.
Certification
I am current in my CPR instructor for health care providers at my current job.
I have a current WV Compact RN license.
BLS certified.
Timeline
Staff Registered Nurse
Bland Correctional Center
12.2014 - CurrentRead More
Rehabilitation Nurse
Health South Rehab
10.2014 - 12.2014Read More
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Bluefield Hospital
06.2014 - 10.2014Read More
Staff RN
Pocahontas State Correctional Center
08.2010 - 06.2014Read More
ICU/CCU Registered Nurse
Princeton Community Hospital
2002 - 08.2010Read More
Mountain State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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