Jane Lester

Fort Smith,AR

Summary

Driven nursing professional experienced in diverse bedside care, compassionate, caring and comfortable working with people of all backgrounds.

Excellent time management skills, dependable and hardworking.

years of professional experience

Certification

Arkansas Extended Care Hospital

Fort Smith, AR

06.2022 - Current

Medication administration:Accurately administering medications, including complex IV infusions and titrated medications, based on physician orders and patient response. Administration and maintaining of IV sedations and Vasopressors according to physician’s order.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.

Mercy Hospital

Fort Smith, AR

04.2020 - 06.2022

Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.

Riverside College Inc.

Bacolod City,Philippines

03-2018

West Negros University Integrated School