Juanita McGowan
Gulfport,MS
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with background in providing quality patient care. Skills include conducting physical examinations, administering medications and injections, monitoring patient progress and educating patients on health management. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes. Proven track record of remaining calm under pressure while maintaining strong attention to detail.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
License Practical Nurse
Pass Christian Health And Rehabilitation
Pass Christian, Mississippi
12.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored resident reactions to ensure safety under licensed nursing oversight.
- Provided daily nursing care and comfort measures to enhance well-being of Pass Christian Rehabilitation residents.
- Checked vital signs and relayed condition changes to registered nursing staff to facilitate timely interventions.
- Entered care activities in charts and updated resident treatment plans.
- Recorded vital signs and reported condition changes to registered nursing staff.
License Practical Nurse
Shiftkey
Austin, Texas
03.2022 - Current
- Delivered skilled nursing care across agency assignments and patient homes.
- Documented care notes in agency records and patient charts.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses during daily rounds.
- Followed agency policies, safety standards, and infection control procedures.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate.
- Maintained current knowledge base through continuing education courses relevant to professional practice area.
- Administered injections, wound care, catheterizations and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Adhered strictly to all state regulations concerning nurse practice standards.
- Performed patient assessments, including vital signs and medication administration.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cannon Hospice
Gulfport, Mississippi
06.2010 - 12.2012
- Assessed hospice patients' comfort, symptoms, and care needs in home settings.
- Administered prescribed medications and managed pain relief plans with hospice care teams.
- Documented patient status, nursing interventions, and end-of-life care plans accurately.
- Educated families on symptom management, medication use, and hospice services.
- Supported emotional needs of patients and families during end-of-life transitions.
- Followed hospice agency protocols for safety, privacy, and compassionate bedside care.
Education
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bishop State Community College
Mobile, AL06-1985
Some College (No Degree) - Pre BSN. Three years No degree
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. 2012-15
Biloxi, MSSkills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care plan updates
- Resident evaluations
- Electronic charting
- Patient care coordination
- Clinical charting
- Resident assessment
- Patient advocacy
- Clinical reasoning
- Geriatric care
- Licensed practical nurse
- Long-Term Care
Timeline
License Practical Nurse
Pass Christian Health And Rehabilitation
12.2025 - Current
License Practical Nurse
Shiftkey
03.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cannon Hospice
06.2010 - 12.2012
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bishop State Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Pre BSN. Three years No degree
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. 2012-15