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Rena Holmes

Rena Holmes

Avondale,USA

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified School Nurse

Jefferson Parish Schools
Harvey, LA
09.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated with parents and teachers to develop individual health plans for students with chronic conditions.
  • Assessed student's physical, mental, and emotional health needs in a timely manner.
  • Provided direct care to ill or injured students, including administering medications as prescribed by physicians.
  • Educated students on the importance of proper nutrition, hygiene, and exercise habits.
  • Conducted vision and hearing screenings for all assigned grade levels.
  • Performed immunization reviews for all students to ensure compliance with state laws.
  • Developed educational materials on various health topics such as asthma management and diabetes awareness.
  • Participated in IEP meetings to discuss the impact of a student's medical condition on academic performance.
  • Maintained accurate records of student health information according to HIPAA regulations.
  • Advised teachers on how to accommodate special-needs children in their classrooms.
  • Created emergency plans for responding to medical crises in the school setting.
  • Provided first aid training to faculty members and staff.
  • Organized community events related to public health initiatives such as flu shot clinics.
  • Attended professional development seminars related to nursing best practices.
  • Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
  • Administered and supervised administration of prescription medication to students.
  • Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.

Clinic Nurse, Benson Cancer Center

Ochsner Medical Center
New Orleans, LA
03.2021 - 09.2022
  • Monitored vital signs, laboratory results, and other health data.
  • Assisted physicians with exams, treatments, and procedures.
  • Performed wound care and assisted in the management of chronic conditions.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques to promote better health outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation according to clinic standards.
  • Coordinated referrals for specialty services when needed.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss individual patient cases and coordinate care plans across departments.
  • Provided support to families during stressful situations related to illness or injury.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, physical therapists, dietitians.
  • Identified potential safety risks associated with certain medications or treatments.
  • Demonstrated empathy towards patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Performed nursing assessments and collected patient medical histories to help determine proper diagnosis.
  • Instructed patients and family members on medication and treatment instructions to promote adherence to guidelines.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

Health Services Director

DDMS of Louisiana
Kenner, LA
01.2017 - 03.2021
  • Supervised LPNs in the performance of all assigned job duties while caring for individuals residing in 19 area ICF/DD group homes.s
  • Ensured that each individual has a primary care physician and has annual health assessments, as indicated per policy.
  • Completed initial and annual comprehensive nursing assessments on all individuals
  • Implemented procedures to ensure proper sanitation of adaptive equipment, devices, and facility vehicles and safe utilization of equipment
  • Served as chair on Infection Control Committee responsible for implementing and monitoring systems designed to prevent occurrence of infections
  • Conducted monthly infection control audits
  • Ensured that immunization records are maintained for each individual and coordinate annual vaccination drives
  • Ensured 24 hour on-call nursing availability
  • Planned and conducted in-service training for appropriate individuals, facility staff and other professionals
  • Performed Dyskinesia Identification System screening for all individuals prescribed psychotropic medications upon admission and then every 6 months
  • Completed Monthly Report of Health Services which includes emergency room visits and hospitalizations
  • Ensured that nursing staff in conjunction with the Registered Dietician administer, assess and monitor individuals receiving enteral nutrition and provide training to support staff working with these individuals
  • Provided Certified Medication Attendant Training to nonlicensed personnel in preparation to sit for the state certification exam
  • Ensured that medications were safely administered by Certified Medication Attendants throughout certification period and requested recertification prior to expiration as appropriate
  • Maintained and ongoing working relationship with Louisiana Department of Health and Office of Public Health
  • Chair of Pharmacy and Quality Assurance Committee to discuss, advise, investigate, and make recommendations regarding pharmacy services
  • Coordinated surveillance efforts to identify residents and staff presenting with symptoms of COVID-19; develop and implement protocol for isolation and testing as positive cases present; conduct root cause analyses as indicated; report cases to Louisiana Department of Health
  • Coordinated COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics with contracted retail pharmacies for residents and staff
  • Responsible for ordering monthly medical supplies and equipment

Charge Nurse, RN

DAVITA GARDEN DISTRICT
New Orleans, LA
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Supervised LPNs and patient care technicians; performed direct patient care, including but not limited to taking and monitoring vital signs, initiation and termination of dialysis treatments, documentation, physical assessment of patients, taking and transcription of physician's orders, drawing and documentation of ordered laboratory work.
  • Noted signs of trauma, patients' general physical and mental condition, and reviewed dialysis orders
  • Analyzed patient assessments and lab data noting concerns and bringing to the attention of physician
  • Communicated all emergencies, life-threatening complications and related incidents to appropriate parties
  • Assessed patient and family learning readiness and provided information on renal disease, prescribed treatment and medical regimen and its impact on state of health and well-being
  • Formulated dialysis plan per physician orders, ensured safety measures were in place and complied with, and administered medications
  • Assessed dialysis access and provided interventions such as instilling activase or scheduling fistula grams, ultrasounds, catheter rewire/exchange, and de clot procedures as necessary with vascular access centers
  • Scheduled vascular surgeries for permanent access placement

Staff Nurse

INTERIM LSU HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM
New Orleans, LA
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Provided comprehensive assessments including physical and psychosocial needs of the patient
  • Triaged patients upon arrival
  • Obtained routine urine and blood samples per protocol
  • Provided direct care to acutely ill patients
  • Monitored for changes in condition
  • Collaborated with other members of the health care team to provide care and a therapeutic environment
  • Initiated and directed appropriate interventions to ensure environmental and safety needs are met including employing safety measures to prevent injury, maintaining universal precautions, and performing timely nursing rounds
  • Evaluated patient response to therapy and its effectiveness
  • Completed admission/transfer/discharge accurately

Staff Nurse

INTERIM LSU HOSPITAL TRAUMA MED/SURG UNIT
New Orleans, LA
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients on a trauma medical/surgical unit
  • Performed admission and shift nursing assessments, administered medications, and provided nursing interventions to assist patients with recovery post-traumatic injury, including gunshot wounds, stabbings, falls, and motor vehicle accidents.
  • Ensured patency of lines, drains, and airways.
  • Actively responded to changes in medical condition as needed. Assisted patients with achieving treatment goals and discharge planning.
  • Provided daily patient education, addressed care plan topics, and served as a patient advocate.
  • Coordinated care with multiple disciplines, including respiratory, speech, physical, and occupational therapies, social work, and case management.
  • Provided discharge education, provided follow-up appointment information and instructions, obtained medication prescriptions, and ensured patient and/or caregiver understood the information provided.

Infection Control Coordinator

RIVER OAKS HOSPITAL
New Orleans, LA
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Developed and maintained a method of identifying and recording known or suspected infections in patients and employees
  • Performed weekly inspections to ensure that procedures for the control of infections were being followed correctly
  • Collected and maintained statistical data in regards to the identification and control of infections
  • Coordinated closely with all departments to ensure adherence to infection control procedures
  • Prepared monthly reports on infection rates by nursing units, site, and pathogen
  • Notified the Parish and/or State Health Department of any reportable diseases
  • Alerted all facility medical staff of any actual or suspected infection, and initiated culture and sensitivity testing and all appropriate control procedures
  • Participated in infection control education of all employees during orientation and annual updates
  • Updated and revised facility infection control policies, procedures and practices
  • Coordinated administration of annual TB skin tests and seasonal flu vaccinations for facility employees

Staff Nurse

THE NEW ORLEANS INSTITUTE AT RIVER OAKS HOSPITAL
New Orleans, LA
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Provided nursing care and served as treatment team member for stabilization of a broad spectrum of trauma-related symptoms including depression, anxiety, compulsive behaviors, dissociation, somatic distress, self injury and relational issues
  • Responsibilities included coordinating care, counseling, administering medication, evaluating responses to medication, and providing education
  • Performed admission nursing assessments, ensured that safety searches are conducted promptly and supervised unit for overall safety; managed milieu by observing interactions, reinforcing adaptive social skills and redirecting patients during negative interactions
  • Actively responded to medical and behavioral crises as needed; Assisted patients with identifying initial treatment goals and discharge planning
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
  • Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.

Education

Bachelor's of Science - Nursing

Our Lady of the Lake College
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2014

Associate of Science - Nursing

Our Lady of the Lake College
New Orleans, LA
06.2011

Bachelor's of Science - Psychology

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
05.1991

Skills

  • Clinical Nursing Skills
  • Infection Control Measures
  • Dialysis Patient Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Clinical Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Skilled in Safe Injection Practices
  • Stress Management Techniques
  • EMR Software Proficiency
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Diabetes management
  • Mental Health Support
  • Cultural competence

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers, 02/2021, 02/2023

Nursinglicenses

RN

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Authorized To Work: US for any employer

Timeline

Certified School Nurse

Jefferson Parish Schools
09.2022 - Current

Clinic Nurse, Benson Cancer Center

Ochsner Medical Center
03.2021 - 09.2022

Health Services Director

DDMS of Louisiana
01.2017 - 03.2021

Charge Nurse, RN

DAVITA GARDEN DISTRICT
01.2015 - 01.2017

Staff Nurse

INTERIM LSU HOSPITAL EMERGENCY ROOM
01.2014 - 01.2015

Staff Nurse

INTERIM LSU HOSPITAL TRAUMA MED/SURG UNIT
01.2013 - 01.2014

Infection Control Coordinator

RIVER OAKS HOSPITAL
01.2012 - 01.2014

Staff Nurse

THE NEW ORLEANS INSTITUTE AT RIVER OAKS HOSPITAL
01.2011 - 01.2014

Bachelor's of Science - Nursing

Our Lady of the Lake College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Our Lady of the Lake College

Bachelor's of Science - Psychology

Louisiana State University

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