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Justine Byrd

Ada,OK

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Mercy
08.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate discharge planning, optimizing patient transitions from hospital to home care.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

LPN

Orthopedic And Sports Medicine Center
05.2021 - 08.2024
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Assisted in performing diagnostic tests and interpreting results for effective patient care.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems for improved documentation processes.

Urgent Care Nurse

Urgent Care of Ada
02.2018 - 02.2023
  • Promoted positive customer service experiences through effective communication with patients and families.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Delivered relationship-based care aligned with organizational mission and core vales.
  • Maintained a clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols at all times.
  • Reviewed results from diagnostic tests and communicated findings to the physician staff members for further evaluation.
  • Administered medications according to provider orders and documented administration properly in EMR system.
  • Performed laboratory tests such as rapid strep throat test or urinalysis.
  • Collected, monitored and documented patient vital signs.

Urology Nurse

Southern Oklahoma Urology
07.2016 - 06.2020
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive plans of care for each individual patient.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families dealing with difficult diagnoses or prognoses.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques for managing their urological problems at home.

LPN

The Chickasaw Nation
05.2019 - 05.2020
  • Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
  • Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.

Education

Associates in Nursing -

Murray State College
Tishomingo
05.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nursing

Pontotoc Technology Center
Ada, OK
06-2016

Skills

  • Injection Administration
  • EHR Documentation
  • Patient advocating
  • Critical Thinking
  • Patient Management
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical judgment
  • Professional communication
  • Airway management
  • Cardiac monitoring

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Mercy
08.2024 - Current

LPN

Orthopedic And Sports Medicine Center
05.2021 - 08.2024

LPN

The Chickasaw Nation
05.2019 - 05.2020

Urgent Care Nurse

Urgent Care of Ada
02.2018 - 02.2023

Urology Nurse

Southern Oklahoma Urology
07.2016 - 06.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nursing

Pontotoc Technology Center

Associates in Nursing -

Murray State College