Jessica Ashworth
Leesville
Summary
I feel as though I would be a good fit in the role of Rehab case manager. I am a self starter and motivated. I have a long work history of honing my skills as a nurse from birth to end of life. I am a Compassionate,skilled in patient evaluation and care planning. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and effective communication, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Adept at intravenous therapy and advocating for patients, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with safety protocols.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bayne Jones Army Community Hospital
05.2016 - 08.2019
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare teams.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety standards.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lake Charles Memorial Health System
08.2015 - 04.2016
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Implemented infection control procedures, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Managed caseload of Number patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
MDS Nurse,Rehabilitation Center
Rosepine Rehabilitation and Retirement Center
04.2015 - 04.2016
- Conducted comprehensive MDS assessments to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and improve patient outcomes.
- Educated nursing staff on documentation practices and care plan implementation to enhance accuracy and consistency.
- Streamlined care coordination processes, resulting in improved communication among healthcare providers and enhanced resident satisfaction.
- Analyzed resident data trends to identify opportunities for quality improvement initiatives within the facility.
- Developed strategies for efficient resource utilization while maintaining high standards of patient care and safety.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills in the analysis of complex medical information, ensuring accurate representation within the MDS system.
- Improved patient care by thoroughly reviewing and analyzing MDS assessments for accuracy and completeness.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented within care plans, making recommendations for adjustments as needed.
- Optimized patient care through participation in Quality Improvement meetings with interdisciplinary team members.
- Facilitated timely completion of MDS assessments through effective time management and organization skills.
- Contributed to positive patient outcomes by identifying areas for improvement in care plans based on MDS data analysis.
- Assisted in maintaining facility accreditation by adhering to industry standards and regulations for the Long-Term Care setting.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by collaborating with healthcare team members on individualized care plans.
- Reduced errors in MDS submissions by conducting regular audits of completed assessments and providing corrective feedback to staff when necessary.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of CMS guidelines and applying them to daily practice.
- Collaborated with therapy departments to ensure accurate representation of patient needs within the MDS system.
- Increased efficiency in the MDS process by developing and implementing streamlined documentation procedures.
- Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring proper reimbursement for services provided to patients.
- Participated in case conferences, providing insight into individual resident needs as determined through comprehensive assessment review.
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
Registered Nurse
Byrd Regional Hospital
08.2006 - 10.2013
- Primary care, assessment and evaluation of neonatal and pediatric patients.
- Charge nurse on neonatal and LDRP floor. Oversaw average of 1 - 16patients per shift.
- Examined patients and dispensed contraceptives and other medications as needed.
- Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
- Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
- Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
- Performed lab tests and communicated results.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
- Closely monitored acute conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance.
- Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
- Made appropriate interventions by reading and interpreting fetal heart monitors.
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews.
- Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
- Delegated staff nurse duties.
- Provided on-call care at all times of day and night.
- Assisted patients with daily functions.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
- Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab.
- Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing.
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
- Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.
- Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records.
- Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared for lab submission.
- Scheduled patient admissions and discharges.
- Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Lamar University
Orange, TX04.2006
LPN - Nursing
Sowella Tecnical College
Lake Charles, LA05.1993
Skills
Strong clinical judgment
Palliative care awareness
In-depth knowledge of intravenous therapy
Patient evaluation/intervention
Problem resolution capability
Professional bedside manner
Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines
Spirometer reading accuracy
Safe NG tube insertion and removal
Thorough physical assessments
Patient positioning competency
Tracheotomy care
Foley catheter insertion/removal familiarity
Insulin medication assistance
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Patient and family advocacy
Venipuncture/blood draw expert
Spirometer reading accuracy
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Clinical judgment
Patient care
Compassion and empathy
Care planning
Patient management
Care plan development
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of Number staff members.
- Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
- Collaborated with team of Number in the development of Project name.
- Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
- Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
BLS
ACLS
NRP
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bayne Jones Army Community Hospital
05.2016 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lake Charles Memorial Health System
08.2015 - 04.2016
MDS Nurse,Rehabilitation Center
Rosepine Rehabilitation and Retirement Center
04.2015 - 04.2016
Registered Nurse
Byrd Regional Hospital
08.2006 - 10.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Lamar University
LPN - Nursing
Sowella Tecnical College