Janice Hogan
Denison,Texas
Summary
Experienced, patient, collaborative and dedicated healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination from bedside to management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse • Quality Assurance Nurse
Clyde W. Cosper State Veteran’s Home
10.2020 - Current
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration for the development and implementation of evidence-based practice guidelines, promoting consistency in patient care delivery.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives, leading to higher patient satisfaction scores and overall better care outcomes.
- Conducted root cause analyses to identify factors contributing to adverse events, enabling timely corrective action and reducing future risks.
- Improved patient care quality by conducting thorough audits of nursing practices and documentation.
- Developed targeted interventions to address areas of concern identified during audits, resulting in improved clinical performance.
- Monitored patient complaints and grievances, using data-driven insights to develop targeted interventions for improving service delivery.
- Advocated for a culture of transparency surrounding quality assurance findings, fostering accountability among all levels of staff members within the organization.
- Implemented best practices in fall prevention strategies, significantly reducing the number of falls among assigned patients.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Enhanced patient care by developing individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Provided training for clinical staff on proper care plan documentation, boosting overall efficiency in data management and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Registered Nurse • CCU (Critical Care Unit)
Carrus Specialty Hospital
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
LVN • Field Nurse (PRN)
Always Better Care Home Health
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining detailed documentation of patients'' health status, interventions, and outcomes.
- Supported patients during difficult transitions to home-based care, providing emotional support and practical guidance.
- Enhanced patient recovery process through effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Assisted patients in managing their daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and mobility support.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
- Enhanced overall patient experience through consistent demonstration of empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competency in diverse populations.
LVN • Charge Nurse
Clyde W. Cosper State Veteran’s Home
07.2018 - 01.2020
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Managed complex medical conditions such as dementia, diabetes, Parkinson''s disease, and cardiovascular disorders among elderly residents within the facility.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to physician orders.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
LVN • Charge Nurse
Beacon Hill Nursing & Rehabilitation
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Expedited patient recovery by performing accurate assessments, developing appropriate interventions, and evaluating progress regularly.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Promoted patient safety through strict adherence to infection control protocols during all aspects of IV insertion and maintenance.
- Improved patient outcomes through regular monitoring of vital signs and adjusting treatments as needed.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
AGPCNP -
University of Texas, Arlington
Arlington, Texas05.2025
BSN -
University of Texas, Arlington
Arlington, Texas12.2021
LVN to RN-ADN - undefined
Paris Junior College
08.2020
LVN - undefined
Grayson County Community College
08.2017
Skills
- Leadership
- Clinical Judgment
- Documentation
- Teamwork
- Wound Care
- Quality Assurance
- Fall Prevention
- Care Plans
- Care Management
- Empathy
Affiliations
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
- American Nurses Association of Texas
Timeline
Registered Nurse • CCU (Critical Care Unit)
Carrus Specialty Hospital
03.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse • Quality Assurance Nurse
Clyde W. Cosper State Veteran’s Home
10.2020 - Current
LVN • Field Nurse (PRN)
Always Better Care Home Health
09.2018 - 01.2020
LVN • Charge Nurse
Clyde W. Cosper State Veteran’s Home
07.2018 - 01.2020
LVN • Charge Nurse
Beacon Hill Nursing & Rehabilitation
09.2017 - 07.2018
LVN to RN-ADN - undefined
Paris Junior College
LVN - undefined
Grayson County Community College
AGPCNP -
University of Texas, Arlington
BSN -
University of Texas, Arlington
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