Leona Chriceol
West Monroe,LA
Summary
Accomplished PACU and ICU Nurse at Ochsner LSU Health, adept in medication and IV administration, and demonstrating exceptional clinical judgment. Excelled in reducing adverse reactions and enhancing patient satisfaction through empathy and effective communication. Skilled in patient assessments and monitoring, ensuring comprehensive care and optimal health outcomes. Proficient in Epic software, embodying compassion and teamwork in critical care environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PACU RN
Ochsner LSU Health
Monroe, LA
10.2019 - Current
- Ensured accurate and safe distribution of medications, lowering adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and monitored post op patients, maintain airways, and effectively collaborate within surgical team.
- Evaluated patient conditions quickly upon admission for suitable interventions.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
ICU Nurse
Ochsner LSU Health
Monroe, LA
06.2015 - 10.2019
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
Education
Bachelors Of Science - Nursing Science
University Louisiana of Monror
Monroe, LA05.1987
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Quality improvement
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Team coordination
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient monitoring
- Licensed RN
- Epic software proficiency
Certification
BLS
PALS
ACLS
CPI
Timeline
PACU RN
Ochsner LSU Health
10.2019 - Current
ICU Nurse
Ochsner LSU Health
06.2015 - 10.2019
Bachelors Of Science - Nursing Science
University Louisiana of Monror