Jennifer Smith
Jefferson City,MO
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in school health and long-term care settings. Skilled in clinical assessment, documentation, incident reporting, and interdisciplinary communication. Experienced in caring for elderly and medically complex populations while maintaining professional standards and accurate records. Strong attention to detail with the ability to observe, document, and communicate findings clearly and objectively.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jefferson City Public Schools
Jefferson City, MO
08.2020 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments to students according to healthcare plans.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date student health records
- Conduct hearing and vision screenings and review immunization records
- Prepare detailed injury and incident reports
- Provide first aid and respond to acute health concerns
- Communicate clearly with parents, providers, and school staff regarding care needs
- Ensure documentation is complete, timely, and professional
Licensed Practical Nurse
Portsmouth Public School System
Portsmouth, Virginia
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Administered medications and treatments to students according to healthcare plans.
- Documented care and maintained cumulative health records
- Conducted screenings and supported immunization tracking.
- Assisted in preparing health reports and reviewing student health data
- Educated students on hygiene practices and healthy lifestyle choices.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Montgomery County School System
Clarksville, Tennessee
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered
- Conduct health screenings
- Assisted with flu vaccination clinics
- Documented health encounters and maintained organized health files
- Prepared written reports related to student health and safety
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tennessee State Veterans Home
Clarksville, TN
12.2016 - 07.2017
- Provided direct nursing care to elderly residents.
- Administered medications including injections and G-tube medications
- Performed wound care, catheter care, diabetic monitoring, and nebulizer treatments
- Supervised CNA staff and delegated assignments
- Documented resident care in EMR accurately and consistently
- Participated in admissions and discharges ensuring complete documentation
Registered Dental Assistant
Good Samaritan dental clinic
Clarksville, TN
03.2014 - 10.2015
- Assisted with dental procedures and oral surgeries
- Performed digital x-rays and monitored vital signs
- Maintained sterilization and infection control standards
- Documented patient care in electronic records
Education
Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Clarksville, TN09-2016
Dental Assistant
Sunrise School of Dental Assisting
Fayetteville, NC08-2011
Skills
- Medication administration
- Health record management
- Patient education
- Acute care response
- Screening procedures
- Infection control
- Incident reporting
- EMR documentation
- Wound care
- Diabetic care
- G-tube and catheter care
- Infection control practices
- Team collaboration
- Resident & patient advocacy
- Independent work & time management
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jefferson City Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Portsmouth Public School System
08.2018 - 05.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Montgomery County School System
04.2017 - 05.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tennessee State Veterans Home
12.2016 - 07.2017
Registered Dental Assistant
Good Samaritan dental clinic
03.2014 - 10.2015
Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Dental Assistant
Sunrise School of Dental Assisting