Jena Littau
Winner,SD
Summary
Accomplished Certified Wound Care Nurse with a proven track record at Winner Regional, adept in wound assessment and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Excelled in developing infection prevention programs and mentoring staff, significantly enhancing patient care through clinical judgment and effective communication. Demonstrated expertise in chronic wound management and pressure ulcer prevention, contributing to improved healthcare outcomes.
Team-driven RN with exceptional knowledge of hospital environment and resources necessary for swift action in critical situations. Calming presence to patients in life-threatening, critical and other levels of urgent need. Adaptable nurse with arsenal of treatments and deep knowledge of methods of effective application.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Wound Care Nurse
Winner Regional
08.2021 - Current
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families through empathetic listening, clear communication, and ongoing education about their individualized care plans.
- Assisted in the creation of a robust infection prevention program targeting high-risk wounds to minimize complications such as sepsis or cellulitis.
- Optimized resource utilization by evaluating product inventory regularly, making informed recommendations for cost-effective alternatives when necessary.
- Educated nursing staff on proper techniques for offloading pressure points in at-risk patients to prevent the development of pressure ulcers and promote healing existing wounds.
- Served as a mentor to nursing staff, sharing expert knowledge in wound assessment and dressing selection to improve overall team competency.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
Registered Nurse, Surgery
Winner Regional Hospital
08.2021 - Current
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and actively participating in team meetings and initiatives.
- Streamlined communication between nurses, physicians, and other team members to ensure seamless coordination of care during surgeries.
- Promoted continuity of care by effectively communicating pertinent information about patients'' surgical experience during shift handoffs.
- Accelerated patient recovery times through consistent implementation of evidence-based nursing interventions during post-operative periods.
- Assisted surgeons with various procedures, ensuring timely completion and minimizing patient discomfort.
- Working in the outpatient, OR, PACU and recovery setting
Charge Nurse
Winner Regional Hospital
04.2014 - 08.2021
- 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.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Winner Regional Hospital
04.2014 - 08.2021
- Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Strengthened relationships between nursing teams across various units through regular collaboration on shared float pool initiatives and projects.
- Increased efficiency in the Float Pool by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time across multiple units.
- Working in a critical access hospital setting floating between Obstetrics, Nursery, Emergency, Critical and med surg patients.
Director of Nursing
Community Connections, Inc.
06.2010 - 04.2014
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Education people being served with adult disabilities in regards to autonomy of cares
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs in regards to Adult disabilities
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for people being served.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Presentation College
Aberdeen, SD05.2007
High School Diploma -
Winner High School
Winner, SD05.2003
Skills
Wound assessment
Clinical judgment
Pressure Ulcer Management
Wound Dressing Techniques
Continuing education
Debridement Procedures
Chronic Wound Management
Decision-Making
Certification
- BLS and ACLS certified - 2014 until current
- NRP - 2015 until current
- Certificated lactation consultant 2020 until current
- Board Certified Wound Care Feb. 2022 until current
References
References:
Brandi Schave CNP - Dakota Vascular
Home Address:
4200 S Safflower Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57110
Home Phone:
605-261-0789
Work Address
Dakota Vascular
3801 S Elmwood Ave
Sioux Falls 57105
Work Phone Number:
605-306-6100
Brenna Pahlke RN - Surgery Supervisor Winner Regional Hospital
Home Address:
1115 E 10thSt
PO Box 291
Winner, SD 57580
Home Phone:
402-710-3931
Work Address
745 Eth 8th St
Winner, SD 57580
Work Phone Number
605-842-7174
Kathy Scott - Assistant Director/Director of Outcomes Community Connections
Home Address:
747 W 8thST
Winner, SD 57580
Home Phone Number
605-840-1281
Work Address:
Community Connections
146 W 2ndSt.
Winner, SD 57580
Work Phone Number:
605-679-4486
Timeline
Certified Wound Care Nurse
Winner Regional
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Surgery
Winner Regional Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Charge Nurse
Winner Regional Hospital
04.2014 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Winner Regional Hospital
04.2014 - 08.2021
Director of Nursing
Community Connections, Inc.
06.2010 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Presentation College
High School Diploma -
Winner High School
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