Jessica Henson
Scottsville,KY
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Greenwood Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Bowling Green , KY
09.2013 - Current
- Supervised the administration of medications according to established guidelines.
- Performed assessments of patients' physical condition and reviewed medical histories to develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Resolved conflicts between nursing personnel or between patients and families and nursing personnel when necessary.
- Conducted regular meetings with nursing staff to discuss current issues, concerns, and areas for improvement.
- Provided guidance to nurses, LPNs, and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care policies and procedures.
- Managed scheduling of nursing staff to ensure adequate staffing levels at all times.
- Monitored performance of all nursing staff and provided feedback as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to evaluate patient progress and determine necessary changes in care or medication regimens.
- Provided education and support services to families regarding their loved ones' health conditions.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bowling Green Tech
Bowling Green, KY12-2012
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Administration
- Home Health Care
- Healthcare regulations
- Clinical Supervision
- Vital signs monitoring
- Geriatric Care
- Diabetes management
- Care Planning
- Patient Care
- Staff Supervision
- Task Delegation
Timeline
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Greenwood Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2013 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bowling Green Tech
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