Jessica Bohms, LPN

• Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and quality standards.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
• Managed patient assignments, optimizing workflow and enhancing team efficiency.
• Conducted staff training sessions on best practices and emergency response procedures.
• Evaluated patient outcomes, identifying areas for improvement in care delivery processes.
• Implemented infection control measures, significantly reducing the incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
• Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.

• Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
• Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
• Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
• Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
• Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.

- Worked along side experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures

- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses

- Monitored patients vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff

- Built rapport relationships with patients and members of patients support systems

- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patients' optimum level of wellness

- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing the nursing process

- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data

- Facilitated patient discharge by providing instructions for home care and follow up care

- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies

- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPPAA laws and prevent information breaches

- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies

Starting IV lines, while collecting blood samples that were sent to the lab for testing

• Improved patient well-being by providing individualized care and developing personalized care plans.
• Enhanced quality of life for patients by engaging in stimulating activities and social interactions.
• Maintained a safe and comfortable living environment, performing light housekeeping tasks and maintaining cleanliness.
• Supported patients mental health with empathetic listening and positive reinforcement during difficult moments.
• Managed medications, ensuring timely administration and adherence to prescribed dosages for optimal health outcomes.
• Assisted patient with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation to promote independence.
• Monitored vital signs regularly to track patient health progress and promptly report any changes or concerns to healthcare providers.
• Coordinated medical appointments for patient, managing schedules to ensure timely visits with healthcare providers.
• Provided transportation assistance for errands, appointments, and social outings to maintain an active lifestyle for patient.
• Offered emotional support during challenging times, helping patient navigate feelings of stress or anxiety related to their conditions.
• Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
• Changed dressings and bandages to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
• Turned and positioned bedbound patient to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
• Laundered items, changed linens, and made bed to keep patients room clean.

• Communicated positively with children.
• Bathed , dressed, and helped with brushing teeth as part of bedtime preparation.
• Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
• Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up playroom.
• Helped children learn how to complete small chores appropriate for age level.
• Assisted older children with homework, school projects and chores.
• Took children to extra-curricular activities and outings.
• Washed laundry and folded and put the cloths away.
• Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
• Encouraged children to be kind, understanding and patient with others.
• Taught children basic life skills, manners, and personal hygiene.
• Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
• Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
• Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.

• Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
• Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
• Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
• Assisted in streamlining the specimen processing workflow for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
• Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
• Contributed to the development of phlebotomy training materials, enhancing the skillset of new employees and improving overall team performance.
• Ensured uninterrupted service by properly maintaining phlebotomy equipment, including centrifuges, needles, and tourniquets.
• Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
• Supported quality assurance efforts by diligently documenting all relevant information during the collection process, ensuring accurate test results for patients and providers alike.
• Assisted in the implementation of new electronic medical record systems for efficient patient tracking and accurate documentation.
• Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
• Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
• Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
• Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
• Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
• Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
• Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
• Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
• Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
• Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.

• Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
• Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
• Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
• Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
• Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
• Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
• Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
• Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
• Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
• Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
• Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
• Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
• Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
• Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
• Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
• Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
• Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.