Jennifer Joslyn
Richland
Summary
LPN with extensive experience in geriatric and rehabilitative care, specializing in individualized wellness program development. Proven ability to conduct comprehensive patient assessments and collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance care strategies, ensuring optimal outcomes for residents.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Wellness Director
Tri-cities Senior Living and Memory Care
Kennewick
10.2025 - Current
- Developed wellness programs tailored for seniors' physical and mental health needs.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for residents.
- Established initial service plans in ECS and updated care strategies to flex with changing demands.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine healthcare needs.
- Managed patient follow-ups to ensure adherence to care plans.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations regarding assessment practices.
- Provided nursing care to patients in accordance with physician orders and accepted standards of practice.
- Developed individualized care plans based on assessed needs of each patient.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure workflow efficiency and team performance.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Admissions Nurse
Richland Post Acute
Richland
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Conducted patient assessments to determine health status and care needs.
- Coordinated admissions processes for new patients entering the facility.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Assisted in the transition of patients from hospital to post-acute care settings.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care throughout the admission process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient histories in electronic health record systems according to established protocols.
- Participated in case management meetings with multidisciplinary teams to discuss potential admissions cases.
- Assessed patient health needs and developed individualized care plans.
Health and Wellness Director
Greenlake Senior Living
Kennewick
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Developed wellness programs tailored for senior residents' needs and preferences.
- Coordinated health screenings and assessments for residents regularly.
- Led staff training sessions on health and wellness initiatives.
- Monitored compliance with health regulations in wellness activities.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to enhance resident care plans.
LPN
Christian Health Care Center
12.2019 - 12.2024
- Started as LN on LTC, moved to Rehab and became Rehab Unit coordinator - later transitioned back to LTC Unit Coordinator
- Initiated and updated resident care plans
- Quarterly assessments
- Attending Care Conferences
- Admission nurse
- Working with families and patients to provide optimal individualized care
- Supervised staffing for unit
- Completed monthly schedule for LN'S and NAC's
- Provided disciplinary action/education
- Wound Dressing & Care | G-Tube Feedings & Care | Respiratory Treatments & Assessments | IV Therapy
- Glucose Checks & Blood Pressure Monitoring | Followed plan of care for Rehabilitation Therapy
- Provided healthcare services to adult and elderly patients diagnosed with chronic/terminal conditions, convalescing from surgical procedures or recovering from serious illnesses and injuries.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment plans to accelerate patient recovery; minimize pain, discomfort, infections and complications; and optimize patient outcomes.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress, symptoms and vital signs daily.
- Educated clients and their families on the safe treatment of injuries, illnesses and conditions.
Health Care Director
Highgate Senior Living
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Initiated and updated resident care plans
- Pre move in; Initial; Quarterly and Annual Assessments
- Attending service plan meetings
- Working with families and patients to provide optimal individualized care
- Completed monthly schedule for Medication Assistants
- Coordinated Monthly Podiatry, Hearing and Dental Clinics for residents
- Provided disciplinary action/education
- Interview/hiring of new staff
Resident Care Manager, LPN
St. Francis of Bellingham
01.2014 - 08.2018
- Initiated and updated resident care plans
- Quarterly assessments
- Attending Care Conferences
- Admission nurse
- Working with families and patients to provide optimal individualized care
- Supervised staffing for unit
- Completed monthly schedule for LN'S and NAC's
- Provided disciplinary action/education
- Conducting NAC meetings
- Interview/hiring of new staff
Licensed Practical Nurse
06.2008 - 08.2014
- Provided nursing services that included:
- Wound Dressing & Care | G-Tube Feedings & Care | Respiratory Treatments & Assessments | IV Therapy | Glucose Checks & Blood Pressure Monitoring | Followed plan of care for Rehabilitation Therapy
- Provided healthcare services to adult and elderly patients diagnosed with chronic/terminal conditions, convalescing from surgical procedures or recovering from serious illnesses and injuries.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment plans to accelerate patient recovery; minimize pain, discomfort, infections and complications; and optimize patient outcomes.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress, symptoms and vital signs daily.
- Educated clients and their families on the safe treatment of injuries, illnesses and conditions.
- Supervised CNA and RA
Nursing Assistant, Restorative Aide
10.1996 - 01.2008
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
- Implemented fall prevention techniques as specified in plan of care.
- Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
- Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
Education
Bellingham Technical college
Skills
- Care coordination
- Patient assessment
- Wellness program development
- Regulatory compliance
- Electronic health records
- Health care management
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), State of Washington
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), State of Washington (expired)
- Restorative Aide (RA), State of Washington (Expired)
- Certifications:
- IV Therapy
- CPR
- Dementia and Mental Health
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
Timeline
Assistant Wellness Director
Tri-cities Senior Living and Memory Care
10.2025 - Current
Admissions Nurse
Richland Post Acute
06.2025 - 10.2025
Health and Wellness Director
Greenlake Senior Living
01.2025 - 05.2025
LPN
Christian Health Care Center
12.2019 - 12.2024
Health Care Director
Highgate Senior Living
10.2018 - 05.2019
Resident Care Manager, LPN
St. Francis of Bellingham
01.2014 - 08.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
06.2008 - 08.2014
Nursing Assistant, Restorative Aide
10.1996 - 01.2008
Bellingham Technical college