Joycelyn Jenkins
Winston Salem,North Carolina
Summary
Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse with a long history of supporting safe patient care in clinical and agency settings. Skilled in medication management, patient education, wound care, and clinical documentation, with strong attention to infection control and care coordination. Committed to clear charting, steady clinical judgment, and timely communication with the care team.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Amergis Healthcare agency
Virginia Beach, Virginia
05.2023 - 03.2026
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses during shifts.
- Monitored and documented changes in the patient's condition, promptly reporting significant findings to a registered nurse or physician for timely intervention.
- Documented assessments, treatments, and care plans in patient records.
- Delivered bedside nursing care on Amergis Healthcare agency assignments.
- Assisted with wound care, vital signs, and daily patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on medication management and provided clear discharge instructions to ensure understanding.
- Followed infection control and safety procedures in clinical settings.
- Conducted regular patient rounds to assess and document status, facilitating proactive care and communication within the healthcare team.
- Assembled catheters, tracheotomy tubes, and oxygen supplies for patient care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sentara Lifecare
Norfolk, Virginia
02.1998 - 11.2020
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care during shifts.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, and glucose levels to track patient health status and support care decisions.
- Monitored patient's respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Educated patients and families on medications and discharge instructions to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Follow infection control and safety procedures in clinical settings.
Education
DiplomaNursing - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI05-1992
High School Diploma -
Washington High School
Kansas City, KS05-1976
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care and infection control
- Advanced wound care
- Catheter management
- Respiratory assessments
- Patient education and clinical documentation
- Charting and recording
- Time management and charting
- Incident reporting
- Documenting incidents
- Geriatric care
- Elderly care
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Amergis Healthcare agency
05.2023 - 03.2026
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sentara Lifecare
02.1998 - 11.2020
DiplomaNursing - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
High School Diploma -
Washington High School