Summary
Work History
Education
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Timeline
RegisteredNurse

Jennea Schexnayder, RN

Lafayette,LA

Summary

Seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Our Lady of Lourdes Heart, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient care through effective patient and family advocacy.

Possesses foundational knowledge in medical procedures and patient care, with skills in monitoring vital signs and administering medications. Aims to make significant impact on patient outcomes through effective care and empathy.

Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support.

Work History

Registered Nurse

Our Lady of Lourdes Heart
02.2011 - Current
  • 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.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Our Lady of Lourdes Heart
02.2011 - 02.2022
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic and interventional procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
  • Minimized complications by identifying and responding to emergent situations promptly and efficiently.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care in the Cardiac Cath Lab setting.
  • Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and hemodynamic parameters during procedures.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy rights by maintaining strict confidentiality of personal health information according to HIPAA regulations.

Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Lafayett General Hospital
08.1997 - 02.2011
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic and interventional procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care in the Cardiac Cath Lab setting.
  • Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and hemodynamic parameters during procedures.
  • Delivered compassionate nursing care while managing emotional needs of patients undergoing invasive cardiac procedures.
  • Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
  • Reduced patient anxiety, explaining procedures and post-care requirements in understandable manner.
  • Supported patient families, providing them with updates and education about cardiac health and catheterization process.

Home Health Registered Nurse

St. Michael's Medical Center
01.1996 - 08.1997
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention strategies, and self-care techniques.
  • Assessed patient conditions regularly, promptly reporting changes in status to healthcare providers for timely intervention.
  • Trained, guided, supported and supervised home health aide care providers.
  • Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatments administered, and other pertinent information for thorough recordkeeping.

Emergency Dept Registered Nurse

Rapides Regional MedicalHospital
05.1988 - 10.1995
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

LSU At Alexandria
Alexandria, LA
05-1988

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient education
  • Patient and family advocacy

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Our Lady of Lourdes Heart
02.2011 - Current

Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Our Lady of Lourdes Heart
02.2011 - 02.2022

Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Lafayett General Hospital
08.1997 - 02.2011

Home Health Registered Nurse

St. Michael's Medical Center
01.1996 - 08.1997

Emergency Dept Registered Nurse

Rapides Regional MedicalHospital
05.1988 - 10.1995

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

LSU At Alexandria

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Jennea Schexnayder, RN