Reagan Jackson
Athens,AL
Summary
Licensed nursing professional with a proven track record at Athens-Limestone Hospital. Skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Athens-Limestone Hospital
12.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Supported patients and families through education on home care procedures, enhancing post-discharge outcomes.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
Nursing Unit Secretary
Athens-Limestone Hospital
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Organized patient charts with diligence, ensuring accurate documentation of vital signs, medications, and treatment plans.
- Coordinated transportation services for discharged patients when needed, ensuring safe arrivals at their destinations.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients and families through empathetic listening and clear communication skills.
- Processed physician orders with precision, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
- Expedited discharge processes, coordinating necessary paperwork and appointments for optimal patient satisfaction.
- Enhanced communication between nursing staff and physicians by promptly relaying critical information.
- Supported nursing staff by performing administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, and answering phones.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
- Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
- Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
- Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
Patient Care Aide
Athens-Limestone Hospital
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Helped patients maintain their dignity and privacy by respecting their personal boundaries and treating them with the utmost respect during all interactions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by effectively communicating pertinent patient information to colleagues.
- Contributed to enhanced teamwork within the healthcare setting by maintaining open lines of communication with fellow Patient Care Aides, nurses, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Provided meal assistance for patients who had difficulty eating independently or needed specialized diets due to medical conditions or personal preferences.
- Supported patients'' mobility through safe transfers, ambulation assistance, and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient patient care operations.
- Assisted in creating a positive atmosphere within the healthcare setting by consistently demonstrating empathy, compassion, and professionalism when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Quickly responded to emergencies by following established protocols and working closely with the nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive environment.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing Practice
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL05-2025
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Documentation accuracy- Using CPSI software
- Medication dispensing
- Diabetes management
- Family communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Certified in CPR/AED, PEARS, ACLS
- Clinical judgment
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Athens-Limestone Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Nursing Unit Secretary
Athens-Limestone Hospital
12.2022 - 05.2024
Patient Care Aide
Athens-Limestone Hospital
06.2022 - 05.2024
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing Practice
Calhoun Community College
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