Lauren Rousell
Blytheville,AR
Summary
Registered nurse with more than 8 years working experience with emphasis in admissions and discharges, education and chronic disease management, and case management for home-based patients seeking a remote RN position with a company that will allow me to capitalize on this experience and grow further as a nurse and leader.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Med/Surg RN
Pemiscot Memorial Hospital-Hayti, MO
Hayti, MO
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily activities
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and mental health status, documenting findings accurately
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and post-discharge care instructions
- Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and safety measures
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for patients transitioning from hospital to home or other healthcare facilities.
Home Health RN
Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri-Kennett, MO
Kennett, MO
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Provided skilled nursing care to patients in their homes, assessing and monitoring their health status
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by physicians
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and self-care techniques
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs
- Managed patient caseload effectively, prioritizing tasks based on acuity levels and scheduling visits accordingly
- Collaborated with community resources to facilitate access to additional support services for patients as needed.
ICU RN
GREAT RIVER MEDICAL CENTER-Blytheville, AR
Blytheville, AR
10.2016 - 06.2020
- Provided direct patient care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Responded quickly and effectively to changes in patients' conditions or emergencies
- Performed various procedures such as inserting IV lines, administering IV fluids, and managing ventilators
- Documented accurate and detailed patient information in electronic medical records (EMR) system
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, treatment options, and post-discharge care instructions.
Floor RN
General Baptist Nursing Home-Campbell, MO
Campbell, MO
02.2016 - 10.2016
- Provided direct patient care to residents in a long-term care facility, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, following established protocols and maintaining accurate documentation
- Monitored vital signs, assessed patients' conditions, and reported any changes or concerns to the healthcare team
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each resident, incorporating their preferences and goals
- Performed wound care management, including dressing changes, assessments, and documentation of healing progress
- Educated residents on self-care techniques and provided support for activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with other healthcare professionals to facilitate smooth transitions from the facility back home or into another level of care.
Private Duty RN
Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri-Kennett, MO
Kennett, MO
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Provided high-quality nursing care to patients in a private duty setting, ensuring their comfort and well-being
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by physicians, closely monitoring patient responses and documenting observations
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient's specific needs
- Assessed patients' conditions on an ongoing basis, identifying any changes or deterioration in health status and taking appropriate action
- Managed complex medical equipment and devices, ensuring proper functioning and maintenance for optimal patient care
- Educated patients and their families about disease management strategies, medication regimens, and lifestyle modifications for improved health outcomes
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals such as doctors, therapists, and social workers to ensure holistic patient care.
Education
Associate's degree in Nursing -
Arkansas Northeastern College
Blytheville, AR05.2014
Skills
- Case management experience
- Patient education/chronic disease management
- Experience with various charting systems
- Admissions and discharges in multiple settings
- Nursing
- Leadership
- Conflict management
- Patient monitoring
Certification
- RN # R097802 (Arkansas)
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- PALS Certification
Timeline
Med/Surg RN
Pemiscot Memorial Hospital-Hayti, MO
10.2023 - 07.2024
Home Health RN
Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri-Kennett, MO
01.2022 - 09.2023
ICU RN
GREAT RIVER MEDICAL CENTER-Blytheville, AR
10.2016 - 06.2020
Floor RN
General Baptist Nursing Home-Campbell, MO
02.2016 - 10.2016
Private Duty RN
Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri-Kennett, MO
01.2015 - 06.2016
Associate's degree in Nursing -
Arkansas Northeastern College
- RN # R097802 (Arkansas)
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- PALS Certification
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