Sabrina Jones
Cedar Rapids,IA
Summary
Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Discovery Senior Living
01.2025 - Current
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
Agency Licensed Practical Nurse
Shiftkey
12.2022 - Current
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives by identifying areas for potential enhancement and collaborating on the development of action plans to achieve desired outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during routine examinations, diagnostic procedures, and minor surgical interventions as necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and agency regulations by adhering to established nursing standards of care and maintaining professional competency through regular continuing education.
- Documented patient information meticulously in electronic medical records to maintain accurate data for clinical decisionmaking.
- Facilitated successful discharges by coordinating post-discharge support services including home health referrals or appointments with specialty providers when needed.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through compassionate bedside manner while advocating for their best interests throughout all stages of care.
- Administered medications and treatments safely and accurately to ensure optimal patient recovery.
- Promoted a positive healing environment by maintaining strict infection control practices and adhering to facility policies.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques, medication management, and disease prevention strategies for long-term health maintenance.
- Provided skilled wound care management by cleaning, dressing, and monitoring wounds for signs of infection or complications.
- Improved patient outcomes by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized care plans.
- Prioritized patients'' needs and organized workload efficiently for timely care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
PRK Williams
03.2018 - 08.2025
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Garnett Place
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
- Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated with physicians on complex cases, ensuring seamless communication among healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by encouraging open communication among staff members and facilitating collaboration across departments.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback and guidance for improvement when necessary.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall service delivery within the facility.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections significantly over time.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Ensured adherence to safety guidelines for both patients and staff members during all aspects of clinical operations.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Dakota Technical Institute
Rapid City, SD05.2015
Skills
- Convalescent Care
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Clear Patient Communication
- Medical Supply Management
- Company Guidelines
- Patient Care Assessment
- Accurate Documentation
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Update Electronic Charts
- Intramuscular Injections
- Infection Control Procedures
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Patient Health Information Access
- Compassionate and Caring
- Administer Medication
- Assessing Residents
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Discovery Senior Living
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Garnett Place
01.2024 - 12.2024
Agency Licensed Practical Nurse
Shiftkey
12.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care
PRK Williams
03.2018 - 08.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Dakota Technical Institute