LaShawn James
Peachtree City,GA
Summary
Nurse manager with 20 years of clinical experience in medical-surgical and hospice care. Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes through strong team leadership and collaboration across disciplines. Focused on advocating for patient and family needs while maintaining compliance with healthcare standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Emory Decatur Hospital
11.2024 - Current
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for 4-6 medical-surgical and orthopedic patients, including pre- and post-operative management.
- Executed clinical interventions including wound care, IV therapy, pain management, and patient education to enhance patient recovery.
- Monitored patients with complex conditions, including post-GI surgery, orthopedic procedures, and chronic comorbidities.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care plans and facilitate safe discharge for patients.
- Supervised and supported a team of nursing staff, CNAs, and ancillary personnel as Charge Nurse on rotating shifts.
- Assigned patient care based on acuity and staff competency.
- Acted as a liaison between physicians and nursing staff to address care issues promptly.
- Responded to emergencies and facilitated conflict resolution.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols and hospital policies, ensuring compliance and quality documentation standards.
Clinical Manager, RN
Weinstein Hospice
Atlanta
12.2023 - Current
- Provide strategic leadership and clinical oversight for interdisciplinary hospice teams, ensuring delivery of compassionate, high-quality end-of-life care aligned with Jewish values, ethics, and traditions.
- Supervise and mentor a diverse team of RNs, social workers, chaplains, and aides, promoting clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and holistic patient- and family-centered care.
- Collaborate with the medical director and spiritual care team to integrate culturally sensitive care practices, honoring patient autonomy, faith-based customs, and family preferences.
- Monitor performance metrics, quality assurance, and documentation standards in accordance with CMS, Joint Commission, and state hospice regulations.
- Lead staff education and training on palliative care principles, pain and symptom management, ethical decision-making, and culturally responsive end-of-life care.
- Fostered partnerships with synagogues, senior centers, and faith-based organizations, strengthening outreach and ensuring continuity of care for the Jewish community.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences, ensuring coordinated care planning and effective communication among all care providers.
- Supported families with bereavement services, advance care planning, and culturally tailored grief counseling resources, enhancing emotional resilience during end-of-life transitions.
Travel Nurse
AMN Healthcare
GA
08.2024 - 10.2025
- Delivered high-quality, adaptable patient care in diverse clinical settings including hospitals, hospice agencies, and managed care environments.
- Exhibited autonomy and critical thinking while adapting to varied patient populations across multiple states.
- Integrated into new teams, systems, and workflows, sustaining high clinical performance standards throughout diverse assignments.
- Coordinated transitions of care and discharge planning, linking patients with community resources to ensure seamless care continuity.
- Provided medical-surgical care for patients recovering from surgical procedures and chronic illnesses.
- Maintained compliance with facility-specific policies, electronic medical records, and documentation standards.
Clinical Nurse Manager
Affinity Hospice
Stockbridge, GA
06.2022 - 10.2025
- Directed clinical services, enhancing patient assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Managed hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluation of clinical staff.
- Oversaw quality and compliance of all clinical documentation and care processes.
- Interpreted operational trends to optimize staffing levels and enhance care delivery.
- Facilitated staff education and professional development, strengthening team competencies through in-service training.
Registered Nurse (Med-Surg/Ortho)
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Fayetteville, GA
08.2021 - 10.2025
- Executed pre- and post-op care, managing wound care, IV therapy, and medication administration to support patient outcomes.
- Monitored recovery of orthopedic and GI surgery patients, facilitating timely interventions and enhancing patient comfort.
- Provided comprehensive care for 4-6 post-operative surgical patients daily, ensuring optimal recovery.
Nurse Case Manager
Humana
Bradenton, FL
05.2020 - 10.2025
- Coordinated care for members with chronic conditions in a special needs program, facilitating access to resources and support.
- Provided transitional care, patient education, and community coordination.
- Reviewed patient records to ensure timely connections to appropriate services and providers, enhancing care continuity.
Care Coordinator
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Marietta, GA
01.2017 - 10.2025
- Coordinated care plans for acute, chronic, and long-term phases to ensure continuity of care.
- Streamlined discharge planning, LOS management, and utilization review to optimize patient transitions.
- Collaborated with social work teams to resolve DRGs and meet chronic care needs effectively.
Case Manager
Metropolitan Jewish Hospice
New York, NY
01.2014 - 10.2025
- Provided crisis intervention and advocated for patient safety and dignity, ensuring compassionate support in critical situations.
- Performed psychosocial assessments and developed care plans for terminally ill patients, enhancing quality of life during end-of-life care.
- Maintained accurate documentation in accordance with hospice regulations, supporting compliance and quality assurance efforts.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Herzing University
Dearborn, MI04-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Milwaukee, WI09-2021
Diploma - Nursing
Sister Claire Tynan School of Nursing
Teaneck, NJ05-2005
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglass High School
Upper Marlboro, MD08-1995
Skills
- Hospice and patient care
- Patient care coordination
- Case management and advocacy
- Patient education
- Clinical leadership
- Performance improvement
- Crisis resolution and team leadership
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Current, 2021
- Certified Case Manager (CCM)
- Medical Surgical Certified Nurse
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, 2026
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Emory Decatur Hospital
11.2024 - Current
Travel Nurse
AMN Healthcare
08.2024 - 10.2025
Clinical Manager, RN
Weinstein Hospice
12.2023 - Current
Clinical Nurse Manager
Affinity Hospice
06.2022 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse (Med-Surg/Ortho)
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
08.2021 - 10.2025
Nurse Case Manager
Humana
05.2020 - 10.2025
Care Coordinator
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
01.2017 - 10.2025
Case Manager
Metropolitan Jewish Hospice
01.2014 - 10.2025
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Herzing University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Diploma - Nursing
Sister Claire Tynan School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglass High School