Jessica Thompson
Toney,AL
Summary
Accomplished Nurse with a proven track record at Dr. James G. Chambers III, excelling in patient education and care coordination. Expert in electronic health records and clinical documentation, significantly enhancing patient care processes. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, achieving high levels of patient satisfaction and improved treatment outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse
Dr. James G. Chambers III
Huntsville, AL
02.2023 - Current
- Provided emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
- Provided education to patients and families regarding health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Ensured comprehensive and precise documentation within electronic medical records.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Carried out outlined lab exams to recognize health conditions and support diagnostic processes.
- Measured and documented vital signs at time of visit.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Respected the fundamental rights, values, and beliefs of all patients.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources and physicians to furnish additional assistance.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict record keeping standards.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered diagnostic tests and obtained lab results.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated the physician with observations and concerns.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our practice.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
LPN, Medical Records, Environmental Services
Tut Fann State Veterans Home
Hubbard, AL
02.2019 - 02.2023
- Responded to patient inquiries to identify assistance needs.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Recorded essential biometric data of patients.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Supervised treatment procedures by monitoring and immediately reporting any irregularities.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Monitored patient condition for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
LPN, Admissions Coordinator
Redstone Village
Huntsville, AL
09.2009 - 01.2019
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient health status.
- Monitored patients for condition and behavioral changes, relaying findings to supervisors or physicians.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Handled patient interactions, evaluated problems and rendered aid within set parameters.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all patient data.
- Provided staff with training on infection control protocols.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to resolve issues swiftly.
- Handled document faxing, bookkeeping, and filing efficiently.
- Conducted tours and presentations to highlight campus facilities.
- Produced comprehensive summaries on admissions patterns for executives.
- Reviewed enrollment contracts prior to submission.
- Maintained accurate records of admissions data and statistics.
- Organized and conducted tours for potential enrollees.
- Supervised and assessed the performance of support personnel in educational settings.
Staff Development/Inservice Coordinator
Cogburn Health
04.2004 - 10.2007
- Coordinated in-service meetings.
- Facilitated the recruitment process under the guidance of Director of Nursing.
- Ensured compliance with organizational guidelines.
- Worked as a CNA and as a nurse on the floor when shifts were understaffed due to callouts.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Drake State Technical College
Huntsville, AL05-1996
High School Diploma -
Enterprise High School
Enterprise, AL05-1992
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- Care coordination
- Clinical assessment
- Health resource referral
- HIPAA protocol adherence
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessment
- Nursing assessments
- Charting medication administration
- Medication reconciliation
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Certificate of Practical Nursing (1996) Received nursing license.
Timeline
Nurse
Dr. James G. Chambers III
02.2023 - Current
LPN, Medical Records, Environmental Services
Tut Fann State Veterans Home
02.2019 - 02.2023
LPN, Admissions Coordinator
Redstone Village
09.2009 - 01.2019
Staff Development/Inservice Coordinator
Cogburn Health
04.2004 - 10.2007
- Certificate of Practical Nursing (1996) Received nursing license.
Associate of Science - Nursing
Drake State Technical College
High School Diploma -
Enterprise High School
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