Joan Jeptoo
Wichita,KS
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with experience in delivering quality care to patients. Organized and dependable,successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Nurse
Innovent Solutions
04.2024 - Current
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each inmate.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
World Wide Staffing
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or self-harm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
- Demonstrated adaptability by providing coverage in various psychiatric units as needed, maintaining high standards of care across diverse patient populations.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- 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.
Psychiatric LPN
TRUE CARE
04.2020 - 12.2022
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or self-harm.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
LPN
DERBY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Responsible for over 30 residents’ physical conditions and responding to emergency situations that occur within the facility.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
HESSTON COLLEGE
Hesston, KS05.2023
Diploma in Nursing - Practical Nursing
WSU TECH
Wichita, KS12.2019
Skills
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Medication and IV administration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Delegation and Motivation
- Task Prioritization
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical judgment
- Detoxification support
- Support and education
- Medication Administration
- Behavioral Management
Referencesavailable
Available upon request.
Volunteer Experience
Volunteered at Circle of Hope in Newton Kansas to help, support, and encourage disadvantaged families that are ready and willing to start their journey towards financial stability.
Timeline
Correctional Nurse
Innovent Solutions
04.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
World Wide Staffing
07.2023 - 03.2024
LPN
DERBY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION
11.2020 - 03.2022
Psychiatric LPN
TRUE CARE
04.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
HESSTON COLLEGE
Diploma in Nursing - Practical Nursing
WSU TECH
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