Sydney Jones
Kingsport,Tennessee
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with nearly 10 years of experience providing high-quality patient care in diverse healthcare settings, including hospitals and long-term care facilities. Proficient in conducting thorough patient assessments, developing comprehensive care plans, and administering medications following established protocols. Skilled at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, including speech, physical and occupational therapists, nutritionists, wound care physicians, nurse practitioners, and physicians to ensure optimal patient outcomes and maintain a safe environment. Works closely with hospice and home health providers to deliver comprehensive care. Possesses strong communication and critical thinking skills to effectively address and resolve complex medical situations. Experienced in handling daily admissions and discharges of patients. Holds a current Registered Nurse license and CPR certification.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Center On Aging & Health
Erwin, TN
09.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse - Wound Care
Ivy Hall Nursing Home
10.2017 - 09.2024
- Provide comprehensive wound care assessments and treatments for patients with acute and chronic wounds
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized wound care plans
- Utilize evidence-based practice guidelines to promote healing
- Educate patients and caregivers on proper wound care techniques and prevention strategies
- Monitor and document wound healing progress, and modified treatment plans as needed
Registered Nurse
Johnson City Medical Center
08.2014 - 10.2017
- Provided high-quality patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting, focusing on medication administration, wound care, and patient education
- Uphold highest standards of nursing ethics and professionalism, consistently promoting patient advocacy and empowerment
- Demonstrated exceptional communication skills while interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clarity and understanding of treatment plans
- Proficient in conducting comprehensive patient assessments, monitoring vital signs, and responding promptly to changes in patient status
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients
- Experienced care in hip, knee, shoulder replacement surgeries, as well as spinal surgeries
- Proficient in foley catheter insertion, care, removal
- Skilled in IV insertion, care and removal, as well as medications administered via IV
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Southeast Community College
Cumberland, Kentucky05.2014
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Technology Skills
- Leadership and teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Medical Records
- Patient Safety
- Collaboration
Certification
- TN Registered Nurse License, 204005, Tennessee Board of Nursing, 10/01/14
- Basic Life Support Certification, 11/01/25, American Heart Association, 11/01/23
References
Megan Wagner, Nurse Practitioner: 423-240-7461
Melissa Rojas, Licensed Practical Nurse: 423-297-6583
Ashlee Snapp, Nurse Practitioner: 423-782-8582
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Center On Aging & Health
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse - Wound Care
Ivy Hall Nursing Home
10.2017 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Johnson City Medical Center
08.2014 - 10.2017
Associates Degree - Nursing
Southeast Community College