LeQuitha Simmons
Concord,NC
Summary
Energetic Registered Nurse. Primary care at various Nursing Facilities from Pennsylvania to Georgia. Maintains a strong reputation for achieving high levels of patient satisfaction. Great communication and teaching skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Caring Hearts Staffing Agency
11.2022 - Current
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Registered Nurse
Caring Hearts Of Grace Homecare Agency
07.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurses
Nurses At Heart Nursing Staffing Agency
08.2018 - 11.2023
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Traveling Registered Nurse
RN Network
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and efficient communication among healthcare providers.
- Administered medications safely and effectively in accordance with established protocols and guidelines ensuring proper dosage, route, time, and documentation.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing the spread of infectious diseases within the facility.
- Promoted a supportive environment for colleagues through mentoring and sharing best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between different facilities during patients'' travel nursing assignments including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and outpatient clinics.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of nursing trends, technologies, and best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Demonstrated adaptability in various clinical settings, adjusting quickly to new environments while maintaining consistent high-level performance.
Traveling Registered Nurse
LRS-Healthcare
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and efficient communication among healthcare providers.
- Administered medications safely and effectively in accordance with established protocols and guidelines ensuring proper dosage, route, time, and documentation.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing the spread of infectious diseases within the facility.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between different facilities during patients'' travel nursing assignments including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and outpatient clinics.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of nursing trends, technologies, and best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Demonstrated adaptability in various clinical settings, adjusting quickly to new environments while maintaining consistent high-level performance.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Traveling Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Agency
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and efficient communication among healthcare providers.
- Administered medications safely and effectively in accordance with established protocols and guidelines ensuring proper dosage, route, time, and documentation.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing the spread of infectious diseases within the facility.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between different facilities during patients'' travel nursing assignments including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and outpatient clinics.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of nursing trends, technologies, and best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care, assessing conditions and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Geriatric Nurse
Homeland Center
09.2008 - 09.2017
- Prevented pressure ulcers through consistent monitoring, frequent repositioning, and appropriate use of pressure-relieving devices.
- Recognized and managed geriatric syndromes common to older adults and aided physician during examination and treatment of patient.
- Closely monitored acute conditions related to falls and accidents, as well as chronic conditions, such as arthritis and COPD.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing interventions to manage chronic health conditions and promote optimal functioning for older adults.
- Improved patient quality of life by creating personalized care plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Prepared, administered and recorded prescribed medications and reported adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with policy.
- Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for elderly patients and caregivers.
- Maintained a high standard of infection control practices, reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections among vulnerable geriatric patients.
- Advocated for older adult patients, ensuring they received appropriate resources and services to maintain their wellbeing.
92G Food Service Specialist
United States Army
11.1999 - 08.2004
- Boosted team morale by fostering a supportive workplace culture that prioritized open communication among staff members.
- Improved kitchen workflow by training new staff members on proper cooking techniques, sanitation procedures, and equipment usage.
- Prepared meals according to food safety and sanitation guidelines, consistent with management and fiscal limits.
- Developed scope of nutrition-related contracts and worked closely with various food product vendors.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, Pennsylvania05.2015
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Discharge
- Patient education and counseling
- Documentation and Charting
- Clinical judgment
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Infection control measures
- Patient care planning
- Direct Patient Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- IV setup
- Patient Assessment
- Data Collection
- Nursing staff leadership
- Taking vitals
- EMR / EHR
- Vaccine administration
- Patient Assessments
- Physical assessments
- Care Plan Development
- Patient Management
- Indirect Patient Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Diabetes management
- Collecting vitals
- Medication Distribution
- Medication Administration
- Feeding pumps understanding
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Care
- Geriatric Nursing
- Hospice Care
- Procedure preparations
- Chest pain management
- Wound Care
- HIPAA Education
- Patient Monitoring
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Long-Term Care
- Staff Supervision
- Home care
- Medical assessment
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Insulin medication assistance
- Intake and discharge
- Administering immunizations
Certification
BLS Certification
Medication Technician Instructor
Personal Care Instructor
Accomplishments
Veteran of the United States Army
Administartors license/ can run a assisted living or family care home
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Caring Hearts Staffing Agency
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Caring Hearts Of Grace Homecare Agency
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurses
Nurses At Heart Nursing Staffing Agency
08.2018 - 11.2023
Traveling Registered Nurse
RN Network
07.2018 - 07.2019
Traveling Registered Nurse
LRS-Healthcare
12.2017 - 09.2018
Traveling Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Agency
09.2017 - 12.2017
Geriatric Nurse
Homeland Center
09.2008 - 09.2017
92G Food Service Specialist
United States Army
11.1999 - 08.2004
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
BLS Certification
Medication Technician Instructor
Personal Care Instructor
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