SARA JAMES
Laplace,LA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
CHATEAU LIVING CENTER
08.2011 - 10.2012
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
LPN
Home Health Agency
06.2011 - 01.2018
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
LPN
OCHSNER HEALTH SYSTEM
10.2014 - 10.2019
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
LPN
RIVER PLACE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
RN
EAST JEFFERSON GENERAL HOSPITAL-LCMC
07.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
CHARITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
NEW ORLEANS12.2023
Associate of Science - GENERAL STUDIES
DELGADO COMMUNITY COLLEGE
NEW ORLEANS05.2020
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
RIVER PARISHES COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Sorrento05.2011
Skills
- Health Promotion
- Basic Life Support
- Compassion and Empathy
- Clinical judgment
- Wound Care
- Patient care planning
- Medication and IV administration
- Infection control measures
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Acute care expertise
Timeline
RN
EAST JEFFERSON GENERAL HOSPITAL-LCMC
07.2023 - Current
LPN
RIVER PLACE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
10.2019 - 01.2021
LPN
OCHSNER HEALTH SYSTEM
10.2014 - 10.2019
LPN
CHATEAU LIVING CENTER
08.2011 - 10.2012
LPN
Home Health Agency
06.2011 - 01.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
CHARITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Associate of Science - GENERAL STUDIES
DELGADO COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
RIVER PARISHES COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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