Lauren Jacobs
Nurse BSN, RN
Stephenville,TX
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Friendly new graduate nursing student available for weekend, evening and holiday shifts. Considered hardworking, punctual and driven. Currently a nursing student that has clinical experience in multiple hospital settings. Skilled at assisting in nursing treatments, supporting diagnostic procedures and accurately charting patient records.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tarleton State School of Nursing
Wise Health System
Stephenville, TX
09.2021 - 09.2021
- In the Emergency department at Wise Health, Decatur I helped Triage patients, preformed IV's, preformed foley catheters, discharge patients, increased education to patients, preformed vital signs, position/ambulate patients, start EKG readings, and gave medications. While triaging patients I was able to prioritize patients with chest pain, stroke risk and shortness of breathe to be directly admitted. In triage I would take vital signs and assign rooms to patients. On the floor I was able to establish peripheral IV's on my own. I was able to establish a 12 lead-EKG and read the monitor to look for an abnormalities. I was able to establish foley catheters on male and female patients. I also worked along side respiratory therapy and X-Ray technician for the best care of the patient.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure and diabetes.
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Texas Department Of Health And Human Services
Stephenville, TX
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Wore face mask, eye protection, medical gloves, and PAPR.
- Administered vaccinations via intramuscular injection and completed proper documentation.
- Documented patient care accurately and concisely in system provided.
- Managed situations in compliance with legal requirements and with minimal risk to patient and institution.
- Completed screening questions with patients following CDC guidelines.
- Vaccinated over 1,500 people
Tarleton State School of Nursing
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth
Stephenville, TX
02.2021 - 02.2021
- Charge nurse, Renal, Emergency department, and Surgery. While working at THRFW downtown, I was able to work in many different departments. One day I was paired up with the charge nurse where we were able to delegate task, assign rooms to new patients, check the crash cart, and help where the nurses needed it. In renal again I was able to help with the pre operation and post operation procedures. For pre operation procedures I asked the patient about when the last time they ate was and if they followed pre operatively procedures correctly. Verifying name, date of birth and allergies. Where as post operatively I helped the nurse chart the procedure and how the patient tolerated it. In the emergency department I got to watch intubations. I was also able to help patient in DKA by hanging fluids, monitoring glucose and preparing medications. In the surgery unit I got to observe a surgery on a patients lung, there I helped the nurse preoperatively and post operatively.
Tarleton State School of Nursing
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
Stephenville, TX
11.2020 - 12.2020
- During this rotation I was able to work in GI/Renal, PICC, and on the medical surgical floor at VA Temple. In the GI/Renal I was able to help prepare the patient for endoscopy, colonoscopy, and bronchoscopy. Here I was able to assist the doctor with the vital signs and positioning of the patient. I was also able to the the CRNA with the patient post operatively. I was even able to help in a code scenario by doing chest compressions to save a patient. Working in the PICC unit, it was starting central catheter lines in patients to help administer medication. I was able to help prepare the area and educate the patient on the procedure. In medical surgical I was able to help practice dressing changes with a vacuum seal chamber. I was also able to help preform and change a trachea tube and feed a patient through a PEG tube. I was also able to do all of these skills while maintaining safe practice due to COVID
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Tarleton State School of Nursing
Texas Health Huguley Hospital
Stephenville, TX
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Helping with vaginal/cesarean delivery, helping the nurse preform APGAR scores. I was able to work in the NICU taking; mainly did glucose checks and monitoring the baby for jaundice. Taking the vitals of the mother, palpating fundus, and checking dilation of cervix.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Tarleton State School of Nursing
Ascension Providence Hospital
Stephenville, United States
10.2019 - 11.2019
- I worked on the medical surgical floor, at Ascension Providence Hospital, Waco, Texas. preformed passing daily medications such as pain medications, insulin, and vitamins. As well as being able to hang fluids for patients needing them. During my time in this department I learned how to manage my time while prioritizing and caring for multiple patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX 08.2019 - Current
Minor - Business
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX 12.2020 - 12.2020
Minor - Foods, Nutrition, And Wellness Studies
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX 08.2019 - 05.2020
Associate of Science -
Ranger College
Ranger, TX 08.2017 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Marin Catholic
Greenbrae, CA 08.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
Recording vital signs
Conducting intakes
Patient-focused care
Measuring bodily fluids
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Documenting behaviors
Chronic disease management
Compassionate
IV start
Responding to emergencies
Certification
American Heart Association - CPR
American Heart Association - CPR
CPR – or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – is an emergency lifesaving procedure performed when the heart stops beating.
Timeline
Tarleton State School of Nursing
Wise Health System
09.2021 - 09.2021
Tarleton State School of Nursing
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth
02.2021 - 02.2021
COVID-19 Vaccinator
Texas Department Of Health And Human Services
01.2021 - 05.2021
Minor - Business
Tarleton State University
12.2020 - 12.2020
Tarleton State School of Nursing
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
11.2020 - 12.2020
Tarleton State School of Nursing
Texas Health Huguley Hospital
02.2020 - 03.2020
Tarleton State School of Nursing
Ascension Providence Hospital
10.2019 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tarleton State University
08.2019 - Current
Minor - Foods, Nutrition, And Wellness Studies
Tarleton State University
08.2019 - 05.2020
Associate of Science -
Ranger College
08.2017 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Marin Catholic
08.2013 - 05.2017