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LISA LOFTON

Houston,TX

Summary

Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse with nearly five years of experience caring for patients with complex medical and behavioral health needs. Skilled in therapeutic communication, crisis de-escalation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Currently enrolled in a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) graduate program and seeking a clinical preceptor to develop advanced psychiatric assessment and diagnostic process.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Registered Nurse

Memorial Hermann
07.2021 - Current
  • Conducted routine assessments to monitor vital signs and overall health status.
  • Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records consistently.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

Senior Caregiver

Friendly Faces Senior Care
05.2019 - 01.2022
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
  • Coordinated with family members to address concerns and provide support resources.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities and progress notes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, offering a listening ear and empathetic conversation.

Certified Nursing Assistant

NurseDash
Houston, Texas
02.2020 - 07.2021
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.

Education

Master of Science - Psychiatric Nursing

Texas Woman's University
Dallas, TX
5 2027

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Texas Woman's University
Houston, TX
5 2021

Skills

Behavioral health observation and monitoring

Therapeutic communication

Crisis intervention & de-escalation

Suicide risk assessment and safety planning

Cultural competence

Management of patients with psychiatric comorbidities

Student nurse precepting and mentorship

Certification

Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Accomplishments

Good Samaritan Bronze Award 2024

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Memorial Hermann
07.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

NurseDash
02.2020 - 07.2021

Senior Caregiver

Friendly Faces Senior Care
05.2019 - 01.2022

Master of Science - Psychiatric Nursing

Texas Woman's University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Texas Woman's University
LISA LOFTON