Rita Jones
Iuka,MS
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
Northeast Ms Internal Medicine
Booneville, MS
11.2013 - Current
- Assessed and diagnosed geriatric patients, developed individualized treatment plans, and prescribed medications.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other tests for geriatric patients.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments by monitoring changes in symptoms or conditions of elderly individuals.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the home environment of geriatric patients.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when needed for further evaluation or treatment of geriatric patients.
- Maintained accurate records documenting patient history and progress notes according to HIPAA standards.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care for geriatric patients.
- Counseled elderly patients on preventive health measures such as diet and exercise programs.
Education
Basic Life Support -
American Red Cross
04-2024
Associate of Arts - Ministry
Ministery International Institute
Booneville, MS11-2015
Certification - Diabetic Foot/ Wound Care
Diabetic Foot Care Certification
Center For Diabetic Foot Care Jackson, MS11-2005
Master of Science - Geriatrics
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS07-1989
Bachelor of Science -
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS07-1988
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS07-1980
Cosmetology -
Bessemer Academy Of Cosmetology
Bessemer, AL12-1971
Skills
- Teaching Experience/ Work Experience
- Instructor Fundamentals, Family Course and Both Medical/Surgical Courses
- Instructor for Night Classes all Courses for two years
- 1989 -2012
- Scott-del Cottage Assisted Living Facility/ Owner
- 1997-present
- Booneville Community Health Clinic
- Certified Diabetic Foot Specialist-Provider of care for clients Diagnosed with Diabetes/Peripheral Vascular Disease
- 2006-2012
- Benton County Health Clinic
- Certified Diabetic Foot Specialist-Provider of care for clients Diagnosed with Diabetes/Peripheral Vascular Disease
- 2006-2012
- North Mississippi Medical Center
- Baldwyn, Nursing Facility- Baldwyn, Ms
- Staff nurse, charge nurse, home health nurse 1989-2001
- Baptist Memorial Hospital Booneville, MS
- Staff nurse, charge nurse, emergency room and intensive care unit: Provided care for patients in the above mentioned aeras
- 1981-1989
- Longwood Manor Nursing Home/ Booneville, Ms
- Weekend Director of Nursing Supervisor of staff and residents\
- 1984-1989
- Longwood Manor/ Booneville, Ms
- Director of Nursing: Director and coordinator for staff nurses and nursing assistants
- 1988-August 1989
- Northeast MS Internal Medicine/ Dr Laurence Dennis
- Primary Care Clinic/ Patient Care/ Medication Review/ Prescription/ Foot Care
- 2013- present
- Premiere Diabetes
- Endrocinology Clinic/ Provide Foot Care Evaluation/Treatment and Referrals Diabetic Teaching/ Diet/Medication Review
- 2020-present
- Creekside Assisted Living Facility Footcare and Teaching/Referrals/
- 2021-present
Affiliations
East Booneville Pentecostal Church Assisted with youth and children activities. Organized and assisted with the development of programs for the needy and nursing home residents.
Provided Health Screening for Local Churches in the Community.
Organized and taught a Nursing Assistant Course for Longwood Manor Nursing Home 2005
Community Presentations/ Self Breast Exams, Diabetic Management 2005-2006
Assisted with community involvement and promotion of girl scout activities 1993
Timeline
Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
Northeast Ms Internal Medicine
11.2013 - Current
Basic Life Support -
American Red Cross
Associate of Arts - Ministry
Ministery International Institute
Certification - Diabetic Foot/ Wound Care
Diabetic Foot Care Certification
Master of Science - Geriatrics
Mississippi University For Women
Bachelor of Science -
Mississippi University For Women
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Cosmetology -
Bessemer Academy Of Cosmetology
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