Jodscci Nelson-Durham, RN
Bossier City
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nursing professional with extensive patient care experience in long-term care, agency nursing, and surgical services. Recently earned an Associate Degree in Nursing with strong clinical skills in patient assessment, medication administration, treatment implementation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to provide high-quality patient-centered care while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Per Diem Agency Nursing
05.2021 - Current
- Provide direct patient care in long-term care and healthcare facility settings
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders
- Monitor patient conditions and report changes to healthcare providers
- Perform wound care, vital signs monitoring, catheter care, and blood glucose testing
- Maintain accurate patient documentation and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team promptly.
Home Care Nurse
Christus Health
Shreveport, LA
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and individualized treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and communicating with healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Developed comprehensive care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to prescribed therapies and lifestyle modifications.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Delivered compassionate nursing care to geriatric and long-term care patients
- Administered medications, treatments, and daily patient care activities
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to support individualized care plans
- Assisted with patient assessments and monitored changes in condition
Surgical Technologist
Willis-Knighton Pierremont
Shreveport, LA
06.2016 - 01.2020
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures by anticipating surgical needs
- Prepared and maintained sterile instruments and surgical environments
- Set up operating rooms, equipment, and surgical supplies according to procedure requirements
- Supported patient safety and infection prevention standards during surgeries
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)
Panola College
Carthage, TX05-2026
Diploma - Practical Nursing (LPN)
Louisiana State University at Shreveport
Shreveport, LA12-2019
Associate Degree - Surgical Technology
Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LA05-2016
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Eastern College of Health Vocations
Shreveport, LA06-2012
Skills
- Care Coordination
- Infection control measures
- Patient Education
- EMR Documentation
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring
- IV Insertion & Catheterization
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Infection Control & Safety Procedures
- Strategic Care Planning
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Team Collaboration & Communication
Certification
- Registered Nurse, State of Louisiana
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), State of Louisiana
- BLS Certification — American Heart Association
- CPR & AED Certification — American Heart Association
Timeline
Home Care Nurse
Christus Health
02.2023 - 11.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Per Diem Agency Nursing
05.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pilgrim Manor Nursing Home
02.2020 - 10.2021
Surgical Technologist
Willis-Knighton Pierremont
06.2016 - 01.2020
Diploma - Practical Nursing (LPN)
Louisiana State University at Shreveport
Associate Degree - Surgical Technology
Bossier Parish Community College
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Eastern College of Health Vocations
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)
Panola College
Clinical Experience
- Student Nurse Clinical Rotations
- 2025 – 2026
- Longview Regional Medical Center & Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center — Longview, TX
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg)
- Labor and Delivery
- Pediatrics
- Emergency Room (ER)
- Performed patient assessments and assisted with implementation of care plans
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses under instructor supervision
- Assisted interdisciplinary healthcare teams with patient care and documentation
- Provided compassionate care to patients across multiple specialty departments
- Strengthened clinical judgment, communication, and critical thinking skills in fast-paced healthcare settings