Hi, I’m
LeKeshia Jones
Memphis
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Baptist Memorial Hospital East, excelling in direct patient care and advanced clinical judgment. Skilled in medication administration and patient assessments, I enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and foster strong relationships, ensuring holistic care and high patient satisfaction.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Baptist Memorial Hospital East6019 Walnut Grove Road Memphis, TN 38120
Registered Nurse, Flex Choice
12.2020 - Current
Job overview
- In this position, I float to all stepdown units and ED holding area to perform patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- 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.
Baptists Memorial Hospital East6019 Walnut Grove Road Memphis, TN 38120
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
08.2018 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Developed strong rapport with patients in the step-down unit, easing anxieties during transitions of care from intensive care units or surgical wards.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Boosted staff morale by organizing team-building activities and fostering an inclusive work environment that promoted open communication among colleagues.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through participation in professional development opportunities such as conferences and seminars, applying new learnings to improve patient outcomes on the step-down unit.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing timely interventions in the step-down unit.
- Maintained a high level of infection control practices, contributing to reduced hospital-acquired infections within the step-down unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills to manage complex patients, including those requiring telemetry monitoring and ventilator support.
Sally's Beauty Supply Store5975 Stage Rd #22, Bartlett, TN 38134
Sales Associate
08.2012 - 11.2015
Job overview
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
LoveCulture2760 N Germantown Pkwy, Memphis TN 38133
Sales Associate
08.2011 - 08.2012
Job overview
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
Education
Baptist College of Health Science1003 Monroe Ave, Memphis TN 38104
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
08-2018
Mid-South Community College 2000 W Broadway Ave, West Memphis, AR 72301
Associate of Science from Nursing
Craigmont High School 3333 Covington Pike, Memphis TN 38128
High School Diploma
05-2011
University Overview
- High School Diploma - Honors
- Honor Roll Certificates
- Tennessee Lottery Scholarship Recipient
- HOPE Scholarship
- AP courses completed
- Student Council Member
- Prom Committee Member
- JROTC Member
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Licensed RN
- Basic Life Support BLS certification
Accomplishments
- 6 Daisy Awards so far in my nursing career.
- Charge Nurse of a stepdown unit shortly after orientation to the unit. Charge nurse course completed 11/13/2019.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses on the stepdown unit procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Flex Choice
Baptist Memorial Hospital East
12.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Baptists Memorial Hospital East
08.2018 - 12.2020
Sales Associate
Sally's Beauty Supply Store
08.2012 - 11.2015
Sales Associate
LoveCulture
08.2011 - 08.2012
Baptist College of Health Science
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Mid-South Community College
Associate of Science from Nursing
Craigmont High School
High School Diploma