Jennifer Jenkins
Conyers,GA
Summary
Empathetic LPN with highest integrity and deep passion for bringing comfort and dignity to patients. Delivers quality care in under-resources and high-stress medical settings. Motivated to positively improve field of nursing through direct and individualized patient centered care. Dependable employee seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considered hardworking, ethical and detail-oriented.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Supervisor
Lifecare Center of Gwinnett
Lawrenceville, GA
05.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Developed training programs for staff to enhance patient care and service quality.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, increasing efficiency in unit management.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to align on patient care strategies and objectives.
- Monitored staff performance, providing constructive feedback to foster professional growth and development.
- Conducted regular audits of unit practices, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project delivery within established timelines and budget constraints.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lifecare Center of Gwinnett
Lawrenceville, GA
09.2017 - 05.2025
- Handled patient intake, including documenting vitals, symptoms, and initial assessments.
- Supported patients in achieving healthcare goals through personalized care and ongoing assistance.
- Documented nursing notes and physician orders in electronic medical record.
- Handled patient intake to document vitals, symptoms and initial assessments.
- Checked on patients frequently to assess needs and monitor conditions.
- Carried out medication administration according to facility policies and proper nursing practice.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with patients and families based on trusting and open communication.
- Conducted routine rounds, giving special attention to high-acuity patients.
- Supported patients in achieving healthcare goals with personalized care and ongoing assistance.
- Observed patients and notified nursing supervisor of changes and concerns.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded findings in patient charts.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
LPN Charge Nurse
The Oaks of Athens
Athens, GA
2015 - 2017
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and best practices.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery.
- Monitored patient conditions, documenting changes and communicating effectively with physicians.
- Conducted training sessions for new nursing staff on policies and procedures.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
LPN Charge Nurse
Park Place Nursing & Rehab Ctr
Monroe, GA
2012 - 2015
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
LPN Charge Nurse
Golden Living Nursing Center
Lawrenceville, GA
2009 - 2012
- Evaluated nursing workflows, identifying areas for efficiency improvements and process enhancements.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
LPN Charge Nurse
Pruitt Healthcare
Lilburn, GA
2006 - 2008
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
LPN Charge Nurse
Pruitt Healthcare
Austell, GA
09.2004 - 10.2006
- Implemented infection control measures, improving overall patient safety standards.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Healthcare
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GADiploma - License Practical Nurse
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA09.2003
Diploma - General
McEachern Highschool
Powder Springs06.2000
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Problem Solving Skills
- Assign Duties
- Physical Assessment
- Electronic Charting
- Communicable Diseases
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Clinical Supervision
- Mentoring
- Employee engagement
- Documentation review
- Staff training
- Safety enforcement
Timeline
Unit Supervisor
Lifecare Center of Gwinnett
05.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lifecare Center of Gwinnett
09.2017 - 05.2025
LPN Charge Nurse
Pruitt Healthcare
09.2004 - 10.2006
Diploma - License Practical Nurse
Chattahoochee Technical College
Diploma - General
McEachern Highschool
LPN Charge Nurse
The Oaks of Athens
2015 - 2017
LPN Charge Nurse
Park Place Nursing & Rehab Ctr
2012 - 2015
LPN Charge Nurse
Golden Living Nursing Center
2009 - 2012
LPN Charge Nurse
Pruitt Healthcare
2006 - 2008
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Healthcare
Gwinnett Technical College