Lakisha Boone
Nashville,NC
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Dynamic nurse bringing 16 years of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Nash UNC Health Care
08.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Paramedic
Nash County Emergency Services
06.2002 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Reduced response times by maintaining thorough knowledge of local geography and navigation routes.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
Travel Registered Nurse
ECU Health TSIU
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
Nurse Manager
Pam Health
02.2019 - 02.2021
- Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing individualized care.
- Mentored new nurses as they transitioned into practice, providing guidance and support to promote professional growth.
Registered Nurse
Life Care Hospital
06.2006 - 02.2018
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Nash Community College
Rocky Mount, NC05.2020
LPN - LPN
Nash Community College
Rocky Mount, NC05.2007
Paramedic -
Nash Community College
Rocky Mount, NC06.2002
GED -
Nash Community College
Rocky Mount, NC05.2001
Skills
- Oncology Care
- Geriatric Care
- Quality Improvement
- Emergency Care
- IV Insertion
- Pediatric Care
- Healthcare Ethics
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Pain Management
- Infection Control
- Interpersonal Communication
- Stress Management
- Nursing Documentation
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessment
- Ventilator Management
- Patient Education
- Critical Thinking
- Electronic Health Records
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Intravenous Therapy
- Airway Management
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Trauma Recovery
- Direct Patient Care
- Acute Care Expertise
- CPR/AED
- Initial Trauma Life Support (ITLS)
- Pediatric Basic Trauma Life Support
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Affiliations
- Coopers Fire and Rescue Department
Coopers Fire and Rescue Department - Volunteer Fire fighter
Volunteer firefighter
Timeline
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Nash UNC Health Care
08.2022 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
ECU Health TSIU
02.2021 - 08.2021
Nurse Manager
Pam Health
02.2019 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse
Life Care Hospital
06.2006 - 02.2018
Paramedic
Nash County Emergency Services
06.2002 - Current
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Nash Community College
LPN - LPN
Nash Community College
Paramedic -
Nash Community College
GED -
Nash Community College
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