Lacy Jackson
Paradise,TX
Summary
Currently, I am the ADON at Decatur Medical Lodge. I would like to get back into MDS. I am eager to learn and continue to grow with the company and better expand my knowledge in MDS. I'm looking to further my education and get more opportunities to excel my career.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
ADON, LVN
Decatur Medical Lodge
04.2023 - Current
- Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff competency through regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Streamlined communication between nursing departments for efficient workflow and patient care coordination.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
MDS Nurse
Decatur Medical Lodge
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Experienced in medicaid MDS and assisted with medicare.
- Improved patient care by thoroughly reviewing and analyzing MDS assessments for accuracy and completeness.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by collaborating with healthcare team members on individualized care plans.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of CMS guidelines and applying them to daily practice.
- Increased efficiency in the MDS process by developing and implementing streamlined documentation procedures.
LVN Charge Nurse
Decatur Medical Lodge
09.2017 - 09.2021
- Improved patient care by implementing an efficient patient monitoring system and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced team communication by conducting regular staff meetings, addressing concerns, and promoting open dialogue.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Streamlined nursing processes by developing and implementing evidence-based protocols for various clinical situations.
Bartender/Manager
Frilly's Seafood and Bayou
01.2003 - 01.2016
- Balance cash receipts and check books
- Manage staff preparing work schedules and assigning duties
- Determining goods and services to be sold
- Preparing payroll and deposits
- Credit card settlements.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing Education
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX12.2016
Skills
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Long term Care
- Communication Skills
- Accuracy
- Decision Making
Certifications Education
- Certified LVN Graduate, Weatherford College, 2016
- Certified Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, 2023
- Bridgeport ISD High School Graduate, 2002
Medical Experience
- Reported directly or indirectly nursing supervisor, plans, directs, participates in and evaluates patient care.
- Collaborated with other disciplines to provide optimal patient care.
- Cared directly for Geriatric patients.
- Enhanced collaborative relationships between patient and family to maximize their ability to make informative decisions.
- Conducted frequent rounds to check on residents and evaluated effectiveness of care delivery.
- Reviewed medical records for completeness, accuracy and comply with all medical and administrative protocols.
Previous Work History
Frilly’s Seafood and Bayou, Bartender/Manager, 2003, 2016
Practical Skills
- Organizational skills
- communication abilities
- bedside manner
- Medication Administration
- perform assessments on resident
- Patient Safety & Daily Living
- Care plans
Timeline
ADON, LVN
Decatur Medical Lodge
04.2023 - Current
MDS Nurse
Decatur Medical Lodge
10.2021 - 04.2023
LVN Charge Nurse
Decatur Medical Lodge
09.2017 - 09.2021
Bartender/Manager
Frilly's Seafood and Bayou
01.2003 - 01.2016
Associate of Arts - Nursing Education
Weatherford College