Jennifer Lawson
MSN, RN, CEN
Loris,SC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
McLeod Health Loris
05.2023 - Current
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
Patient Care Supervisor
McLeod Health Loris
09.2017 - 05.2023
- Responded to emergency situations and provided support to promote patient safety and wellbeing.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to facilitate continuity of care.
- Maintained detailed records in compliance with agency standards and regulations.
- Developed and implemented training programs for care staff to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
McLeod Health Loris
07.2011 - 09.2017
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Columbus Regional Healthcare System
11.2009 - 07.2011
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Carteret General Hospital
01.2008 - 11.2009
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN10.2023
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Craven Community College
New Bern, NC12.2007
Skills
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
- Emergency Response
- Effective Multitasking
- Leadership and Guidance
- Quality Improvement
- Seasoned in Medical Clinical Procedures
- Clinical Staff Management
- Accreditation Coordination
Clinical Student Experience and Skills
Whiteville Medical Associates
• Applied clinical practice guidelines for chronic conditions
Baldwin Woods OB/GYN
• Trained in women’s health including pelvic exam and pap smear collection
Conway Pediatrics
• Conducted well and sick visits
Southern Urgent Care
• Performed orthopedic exams, suturing, and nerve blocks
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- CPI - Crisis Prevention Institute Training
- CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse
- Ultrasound guided midline insertion nurse
Timeline
Director of Nursing
McLeod Health Loris
05.2023 - Current
Patient Care Supervisor
McLeod Health Loris
09.2017 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
McLeod Health Loris
07.2011 - 09.2017
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Columbus Regional Healthcare System
11.2009 - 07.2011
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Carteret General Hospital
01.2008 - 11.2009
Post Graduate Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner
Purdue University
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Craven Community College
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