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 East
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 East
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 Store
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.
LoveCulture
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
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