Monica Jones
Austintown
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Mercy Health Austintown Medical Center. Proven expertise in medication administration and critical thinking, delivering exceptional patient education and emotional support. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes in high-pressure environments. Committed to fostering a positive healing atmosphere for all patients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mercy Health Austintown Medical Center
Austintown
04.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in electronic systems.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing trauma or crises.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment.
- Trained new staff on emergency department procedures and best practices.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
RN/LPN• Addiction & Recovery Nurse
Meridian Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical staff promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems effectively.
- Provided compassionate support to patients, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
LPN• Addiction & Recovery Nurse
Midwest Recovery Center
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided direct patient care and support in recovery programs.
- Administered medications according to established protocols and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team members.
LPN• Travel Nurse
Dynamic Home Care Services
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
Akron, OHLPN certificate -
Hannah E. Mulllins School of Practical Nursing
Skills
- Great customer service, efficient, and compassionate
- Assist both nurse practitioners with detox and residential patients Assessments, phlebotomy, EKG, and patient referrals for outside appointments
- assessment skills
- medication administration
- patient education
- critical thinking
- emotional support
- active listening
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mercy Health Austintown Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
RN/LPN• Addiction & Recovery Nurse
Meridian Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
LPN• Addiction & Recovery Nurse
Midwest Recovery Center
10.2021 - 06.2022
LPN• Travel Nurse
Dynamic Home Care Services
12.2020 - 06.2021
Associates Degree - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
LPN certificate -
Hannah E. Mulllins School of Practical Nursing