Lisa Jenkins
LEXINGTON,KY
Summary
Experienced nurse with 15+ years of experience in post-anesthesia recovery, emergency triage, and pediatric care. Strong in patient safety, critical thinking, and rapid response, with ACLS, PALS, CPR, and BLS certifications. Motivated to learn more about providing women with high quality, compassionate care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
PACU Nurse
Lexington Clinic
Lexington, KY
10.2023 - Current
- Coordinate with anesthesiology and surgical teams to resolve complications during PACU recovery.
- Assess post-anesthesia patients, monitoring airway, vital signs, and pain levels for recovery stability.
- Administer ordered medications and IV therapies while maintaining strict patient safety protocols.
- Document recovery assessments, interventions, and discharge readiness in electronic medical records.
Nurse
Baby Health Service
Lexington, KY
10.2019 - 10.2024
- Conducted child and infant health assessments, identifying concerns and escalating care promptly.
- Educated parents on nutrition, sleep, and developmental milestones.
- Coordinated immunization schedules and followed up on missed appointments.
- Documented clinical observations, care plans, and parent communications accurately.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
University Of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center
Lexington, KY
01.2009 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with physicians, respiratory therapists, and support staff during critical emergencies.
- Performed rapid triage, prioritized emergency cases, and initiated timely interventions.
- Administered medications, monitored responses, and adjusted nursing actions per physician orders.
- Dedicated to high quality, evidence-based patient care and management of emergency patients, including minor illness and injury, trauma, triage, and intensive care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Murray State University
Murray, KY12-2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN12-2008
Skills
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Pediatric advanced life support
- CPR certification
- Basic life support
Certification
Registered Nurse - license number 1119482
Advanced Certified Life Support - expires 09/2027
Basic Life Support - expires 09/2027
Pediatric Advanced Life Support - expires 01/2028
Timeline
PACU Nurse
Lexington Clinic
10.2023 - Current
Nurse
Baby Health Service
10.2019 - 10.2024
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
University Of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center
01.2009 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Murray State University