Lagina Etheridge
Hernando ,MS
Summary
With a proven track record at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women, I excel in clinical education and direct patient care, enhancing nursing competencies and patient outcomes. My expertise in clinical instruction and a compassionate approach have significantly improved learning experiences and safety protocols.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Educator
Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women
05.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Assessed educational needs of trainees and researched clinical instruction trends to develop educational curriculum and competency tools for clinical procedures.
- Improved patient safety by designing and conducting simulation exercises that strengthened nurses'' critical thinking skills.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive nursing education programs.
- Promoted professional growth among nursing staff through continuous education opportunities, conferences, and workshops.
- Remained up to date on clinical protocols, procedures and developments within the NICU to serve as informational resource to students.
- Established a supportive learning environment by providing guidance and mentorship to nursing staff.
- Served as a subject matter expert in clinical practice areas, offering specialized instruction to enhance skill sets among nurses.
- Reduced knowledge gaps by creating customized training plans that addressed specific needs within the nursing team.
- Streamlined orientation processes for new hires, ensuring timely integration into clinical settings.
- Assessed competency levels among nursing staff, identifying areas of improvement for targeted interventions.
- Directly cared for patients at least 12 hours each month to maintain currency on clinical techniques.
- Increased collaboration among nursing staff, promoting shared decision-making and improved patient outcomes through targeted educational initiatives.
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women
11.1998 - Current
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Registered Nurses
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
01.1998 - 10.1998
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Nursing Care Partner
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
08.1997 - 12.1997
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize daily responsibilities effectively while maintaining flexibility in response to changing needs or emergencies.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic by consistently arriving early to attend pre-shift report and staying late when necessary.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and personalized nursing care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Nurse Intern
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
05.1997 - 07.1997
- Enhanced patient comfort by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing concerns.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures at all times.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support during clinical rotations.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
- Assisted in preparation and execution of diagnostic tests and procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wayne County Nursing Home
05.1990 - 03.1996
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TNSkills
- Clinical expertise
- Clinical instruction
- Direct patient care
- Clinical education
Certification
BLS, NRP, S.T.A.B.L.E.
Timeline
Nurse Educator
Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women
11.1998 - Current
Registered Nurses
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
01.1998 - 10.1998
Nursing Care Partner
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
08.1997 - 12.1997
Nurse Intern
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
05.1997 - 07.1997
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wayne County Nursing Home
05.1990 - 03.1996
BLS, NRP, S.T.A.B.L.E.
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Middle Tennessee State University
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