Jessica Kelley
Russellville,AR
Summary
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Field Nurse
Trinity Home Health River Valley
06.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
- Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
- Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
- Delivered emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult treatments, fostering resilience during recovery processes.
- Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
- Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' progress and executing effective care plans.
LPN Office Nurse
Arkansas Renal Group
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
- Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
- Promoted patient safety and comfort during office visits by attentively monitoring their condition and promptly addressing any concerns or discomforts expressed.
- Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs, lab results, and physical status to identify potential concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, resulting in reduced wait times and increased patient satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate medical records for over 100 patients, ensuring timely updates and efficient communication between healthcare providers.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
LPN Charge Nurse
Legacy Heights Nursing And Rehab
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
LPN Charge Nurse
Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2018 - 02.2020
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR05-2018
High School Diploma -
Lake Hamilton High School
Pearcy, AR05-2012
Skills
- Health promotion
- Ethical practice
- Home healthcare
- Nursing documentation
- Compassionate care
- Care coordination
- CPR/AED
- Attention to detail
- Strong clinical judgment
- Critical thinking
- Adaptable and flexible
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Management team support
- Analytical thinking
- Coaching and mentoring
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Arkansas Board of Nursing.
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
LPN Field Nurse
Trinity Home Health River Valley
06.2023 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
Arkansas Renal Group
12.2022 - 06.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
Legacy Heights Nursing And Rehab
01.2020 - 12.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Atkins Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2018 - 02.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Arkansas Tech University
High School Diploma -
Lake Hamilton High School