Rashanna Lawson
Puyallup,WA
Summary
Dynamic nursing leader with a proven history of enhancing operational efficiency and patient care at Puget Sound Assisted Living. Successfully supervised nursing staff and implemented disease control measures, achieving zero turnover and maintaining high supply sufficiency. Expertise in accreditation management and fostering effective communication across multidisciplinary teams. Committed to driving quality improvement initiatives that elevate healthcare standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTOR OF NURSING
Puget Sound Assisted Living
Tacoma, WA
06.2022 - Current
- Responsible for 20 nurses and 25 patients
- Improved the facility’s work efficiency through open communication with staff, resulting in zero turnover, no vacancy of nurses, and consistent sufficiency of supplies
- Directs all nursing staffing decisions, including filling up POLST forms and communicating with guardians
- Handles the schedules and assignments of nurses, ensuring that all directions are strictly followed
- Provides assistance to subordinates when called for advice and assesses the situation based on patient history and data gathered to ensure accuracy in giving directions
- Oversees competency testing, regulatory compliance, and medication management to ensure that services provided meet the needs of the clients being served
- Maintains close coordination with other teams to remain compliant to facility rules
- Advocates for patients and facilitates their move to other facilities when there are changes in their condition
- Manages and directs staff effectively with different personalities through strong communication and listening skills
- Maintains highly accurate MAR and TAR records consistently
- Works with nutritionist in ensuring the nutrition of patients, including weight management
- Deals with pharmacy and medications, as well as approval and discontinue of meds
- Performs HR-related duties including hiring & firing, interviews, training, and retraining
- Initiated a social activity that promoted greater engagement between nurses and patients; and helps facilitate other activities that maintain a healthy environment for the residents
LPN
Puget Sound Assisted Living
Tacoma, WA
10.2018 - 06.2022
- Ensured that the clients’ medical and dental needs, personal care, support, and instructions they received were relevant to their specific requirements, while receiving quality service
- Advocated effectively for patients through regular participation in PCSPs, IEPs, housing and other meetings concerning their health and wellbeing, including training of care staff and nursing students
- Coordinated efficiently with providers and pharmacies to ensure continuity of care, resulting in meds delivered on time
- Administered medications and treatments to patients in a highly accurate manner
LPN
Maxim Healthcare
Tacoma, WA
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Helped promote an environment of optimal living for residents by closely coordinating with physicians, residents, and families in providing resident care, while delivering superior nursing services
- Maintained accurate health records through prompt documentation and keen attention to detail
- Maintained strict compliance with regulations and internal standards by reporting changes of condition and working directly with the Health Services Director
LPN
St. Francis Nursing Center
Newport News, VA
12.2012 - 07.2013
- Provided superior patient care under the direction of the Physician, including the safe administration of various medications as well as medical devices like feeding tubes and IVs
- Observed, recorded, and accurately reported patient responses to medical care provided during appointments
- Monitored patient care through consistent vital checks, patient admissions, and discharges
- Assisted physicians by transcribing orders, while facilitating effective communication between the care team members
- Advocated for patient needs by establishing clear communication lines with them
- Collected laboratory samples for medical testing
DSA 2 (CNA)
Eastern State Hospital
Williamsburg, VA
06.2007 - 07.2012
- Provided direct care and supervision to patients to ensure continuity of care and safety
- Responded to patient’s immediate personal needs and managed ADL care, including feeding, bathing, dressing, vital signs, etc
- Facilitated patients’ safe and timely transportation to doctor’s visits
- Coordinated one-on-one care for patients with behavior issues
- Developed programs and implemented activities for adult patients
Education
Associate - Pre-Nursing
Pierce College
Puyallup, WA12.2021
License Practical Nurse (LPN) -
Centura College
Norfolk, VA06.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA06.2004
Skills
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Accreditation management
- Clinical staffing
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Nursing staff supervision
- Disease control
Affiliations
Gold Stars Widows, 2013 to present
Othercredentials
- Massage Therapy, Georgia Medical, Jonesboro, GA, 06/01/10
- Certified CPR/AED/First Aid
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF NURSING
Puget Sound Assisted Living
06.2022 - Current
LPN
Puget Sound Assisted Living
10.2018 - 06.2022
LPN
Maxim Healthcare
06.2016 - 07.2017
LPN
St. Francis Nursing Center
12.2012 - 07.2013
DSA 2 (CNA)
Eastern State Hospital
06.2007 - 07.2012
Associate - Pre-Nursing
Pierce College
License Practical Nurse (LPN) -
Centura College
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
Clover Park Technical College
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