Precious Jones
Maplewood
Summary
To secure a position as a Registered Nurse where I can utilize an extensive background in healthcare while continuing to learn and grow.
I am a very knowledgeable Nurse, with a deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures/interventions. I've successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. I've demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with other healthcare teams.
I'm experienced with patient care, including administering medications and monitoring patient outcomes. I utilize my strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive patient relationships and efficient team collaboration.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse- Enterprise Staffing Pool, ESP
Mayo Clinic
04.2023 - Current
- Licensed Practical Nurse- Enterprise Staffing Pool, ESP
- Travel throughout the midwest region providing care to patients in Mayo clinic facilities, LSU, Inpatient, and Med Surg
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Licensed Practical Nurse- Jail Health Services
Hennepin County Medical Center
03.2020 - 04.2023
- Licensed Practical Nurse- Jail Health Services
- Provided care to patients during incarceration. These duties included: responding to quad calls for render aid for injuries, drug overdoses, and medication administration. Other duties included wound cares, phlebotomy, injections, std screening.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
Licensed Practical Nurse- Addiction Medicine Clinic- MAT/OTP
Hennepin County Medical Center
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Licensed Practical Nurse- Addiction Medicine Clinic- MAT/OTP
- Administered Methadone, suboxone and other medications designed to assist in addiction. Performed breathalyzers to rule out intoxication before administering medications, intake, and guess dosing.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cerenity Senior Care
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Certified Medical Assistant-Augustana Senior Care Clinic
Hennepin County Medical Center
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Certified Medical Assistant-Augustana Senior Care Clinic
- Room patients, obtain vitals, administer injections and medications, assist physicians in procedures, monitor inr, schedule appointments, check and route voice messages, coordinated with pharmacy and other departments to provide quality care.
Certified Medical Assistant-Ambulatory Float Pool
Hennepin County Medical Center
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Certified Medical Assistant-Ambulatory Float Pool
- Room patients, obtain vitals, administer injections and medications, assist physicians in procedures, and sterilize instruments. Floated throughout the hospital to numerous departments including OB/GYN, Radiology, Family Practice, Pediatrics, Positive Care, Internal Medicine, ENT and numerous other specialty clinics.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Consistently maintained up-to-date certifications, demonstrating dedication to professional development and quality patient care.
Certified Medical Assistant- Psychiatry Clinic
Hennepin County Medical Center
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Certified Medical Assistant- Psychiatry Clinic
- Room patients, Chart prep, Transport Patients to APS, Phlebotomy, injections, Depression screening, and Anxiety screening.
Certified Medical Assistant-Whittier Primary Care Clinic
Hennepin County Medical Center
03.2012 - 05.2015
- Certified Medical Assistant-Whittier Primary Care Clinic
- Room patients, obtain vitals, administer injections and medications, assist physicians in procedures, and sterilize instruments.
Certified Medical Assistant-Oncology Infusion
University of Minnesota Physicians
05.2011 - 03.2012
- Certified Medical Assistant-Oncology Infusion
- Settle patients, get vitals, access central lines for chemotherapy, picc line dressing changes, catheter insertions, draw blood, administer injections and medications, transport patient to other departments, maintain supply and snack inventory, perform fit testing for H1N1 on staff when needed, stock carts as needed, monitor patients during blood transfusions and other chemotherapies, assists nurses as needed.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Certified Medical Assistant
East Side Family Clinic
07.2007 - 05.2011
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Room patients, take vitals, schedule appointments, assist the physician in procedures, draw blood, process laboratory tests, sterilize instruments, specialized in prenatal care, and provide quality patient care.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Education
Graduate of the Professional Nursing Program -
Minneapolis Community College
Minneapolis, Minnesota05.2025
Graduate of the Practical Nursing Program - undefined
Saint Paul Community and Technical College
Saint Paul, Minnesota05.2017
Graduate of the Medical Assistant Program - undefined
Minneapolis Business College
Roseville, Minnesota06.2007
Skills
- Med/ Surg
- Geriatrics
- Psych/Mental Health
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Catheter care
- Inpatient care
- Outpatient care
- Medication reconciliation
- End-of-life care
- Staff direction and task delegation
Certification
- Received Medical Assistant certification in June of 2007
- Received Practical Nursing License in December of 2018
- BLS certification Renewal April of 2025
- Received RN License July of 2025
EXTERNSHIP/Clinical
- March -April 2025 Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota- Med-Surg
- Jan 2025 United Hospital, Saint Paul, MN- Inpatient Psych Unit
- September 2024 Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota- Inpatient Peds.
- March 2024 M Health Fairview, Minneapolis, MN- Acute Rehab Center
- Jan 2024 The Birth Place at M Health Fairview, St. John’s Hospital, Maplewood, MN-OB/GYN- assisted in circumcision of NB, and a Cesarean.
- Oct 2023-Nov 2023 Friendship Village, LTC, Rehab & Assisted Living, Bloomington MN
- Nov 2016-Dec-2016 Cerinity Senior Care Center, Saint Paul, Minnesota Assist residents with ADL’s, Manage and administer medications, accompany residents to PT and OT sessions, transfer residents using proper technique, answer call lights, dressing changes, change catheter bags, monitor I&O, monitor vital signs, implement resident care plans.
- April 2017-May-2017 HealthPartners Clinic, Elk River, Minnesota Room patients, vital signs, patient education, collect lab specimens, administer vaccines and medications, monitor patients for reaction after injections, perform EKG’s, wound dressings, set up for procedures, assisted Dr. with procedures, phlebotomy
- April-June 2007 Family Medical Center East Lake St., Minneapolis, Minnesota Roomed patients, took vitals, processed laboratory tests, assisted the physician, and worked as a receptionist
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse- Enterprise Staffing Pool, ESP
Mayo Clinic
04.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse- Jail Health Services
Hennepin County Medical Center
03.2020 - 04.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cerenity Senior Care
03.2018 - 03.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse- Addiction Medicine Clinic- MAT/OTP
Hennepin County Medical Center
01.2018 - 03.2020
Certified Medical Assistant-Augustana Senior Care Clinic
Hennepin County Medical Center
07.2017 - 01.2018
Certified Medical Assistant-Ambulatory Float Pool
Hennepin County Medical Center
08.2016 - 03.2017
Certified Medical Assistant- Psychiatry Clinic
Hennepin County Medical Center
05.2015 - 08.2016
Certified Medical Assistant-Whittier Primary Care Clinic
Hennepin County Medical Center
03.2012 - 05.2015
Certified Medical Assistant-Oncology Infusion
University of Minnesota Physicians
05.2011 - 03.2012
Certified Medical Assistant
East Side Family Clinic
07.2007 - 05.2011
Graduate of the Practical Nursing Program - undefined
Saint Paul Community and Technical College
Graduate of the Medical Assistant Program - undefined
Minneapolis Business College
Graduate of the Professional Nursing Program -
Minneapolis Community College
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