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Jami Lynn Ford

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Highly skilled and enthusiastic RN with more than 10 years experience with direct patient care in Rehabilitation, LTAC, and Med-Surgical experience. I believe in working as a team to provide exceptional nursing and customer service to each patient I encounter. I am an organized and dependable candidate that has been successful at managing high-volume difficult situations with a positive attitude. I am willing to take on added responsibilities when asked to meet team goals and provide excellent patient care.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse-LTC/Rehab

Interim/Elite HealthCare
04.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Rehab/Nurse, LTAC

Focus Staff/OneStaff -Contract
11.2018 - 12.2022
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.

Charge Registered Nurse-LTC

Opusing LLC Staffing - Contract
03.2018 - 09.2018
  • Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
  • Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.

Registered Nurse -Rehab

Deaconess HealthSouth
09.2017 - 02.2018
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/LTAC

Medical Staffing Solutions/Options Contract
12.2016 - 08.2017
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

Charge Registered Nurse

Westminster Village North
04.2014 - 11.2016
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Developed and implemented specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Breckinridge School of Nursing @ ITT
Newburgh, IN
12.2013

Skills

  • Critical Thinking and Good Communication Skills
  • EMR Systems- EPIC, CERNER, PARAGON, ALL SCRIPTS, PCC , MATRIX
  • Weekend Supervisor/ Unit Manager/ADON
  • Seasoned in Admission, Discharge and Transfer Procedures
  • Knowledgeable in Regulatory and Statutory Compliance
  • Wound Care and Plan of Care Experience
  • Delegation and Motivation
  • Infection Control Procedures

Certification

BLS

ACLS

Timeline

Registered Nurse-LTC/Rehab

Interim/Elite HealthCare
04.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Rehab/Nurse, LTAC

Focus Staff/OneStaff -Contract
11.2018 - 12.2022

Charge Registered Nurse-LTC

Opusing LLC Staffing - Contract
03.2018 - 09.2018

Registered Nurse -Rehab

Deaconess HealthSouth
09.2017 - 02.2018

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/LTAC

Medical Staffing Solutions/Options Contract
12.2016 - 08.2017

Charge Registered Nurse

Westminster Village North
04.2014 - 11.2016

Associate of Science - Nursing

Breckinridge School of Nursing @ ITT

BLS

ACLS

Jami Lynn Ford