TILISHA JONES
Westmont,IL
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with 5 years of experience in providing compassionate patient care to individuals in Skill settings. Proven talents in Geriatric and Rehabilitation sitting. Proficient in cultivating positive relationships with patients and caregivers to implement patient care objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Field Nurse
Churchill Memory Place
Glen Ellyn, Illinois
05.2023 - Current
- Identified potential risk factors for acute illness or injury in the field setting and provided appropriate interventions.
- Advocated for patients, ensuring needs were met in accordance with personal beliefs and preferences.
- Administered prescribed medications following established protocols while monitoring for adverse reactions or side effects.
LPN Field Nurse
Clipboard Health
Westmont, Illinois
02.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records using electronic medical record systems.
- Enforced compliance with hospital and clinic best practices, as well as local, state and federal regulations regarding care and confidentiality.
- Evaluated laboratory results and other diagnostic studies to determine diagnosis or plan of care for each patient.
- Performed physical examinations to assess the health of patients in the field setting.
LPN Field Nurse
Oakbrook Center
Oak Brook, Illinois
12.2020 - 05.2023
- Administered medications and treatments to patients in home settings.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during visits.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Beacon Care Center
Chicago, IL
07.2018 - 09.2020
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Warren Barr South Loop
Chicago, IL
08.2016 - 03.2019
- Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
- Obtained vitals for a floor of 25 patients per shift Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Tested glucose and administered injections.
- Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines.
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Symphony At 87th Street
Chicago, Illinois
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in PCC to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Effectively controlled the release of proprietary and confidential information for general client lists.
- Provided onsite training.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Northwestern Institute of Health Care and Technology
Chicago, IL2014
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Harold Washington Community College
Chicago, IL2002
High School Diploma - General Education
Career Works High School
Chicago, IL2001
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient management and assessments
- Patient privacy and confidentiality
- Data entry and documentation
- Regulatory compliance and reporting
- Family communication and education
- Sample collection and incident documentation
Timeline
LPN Field Nurse
Churchill Memory Place
05.2023 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Clipboard Health
02.2023 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Oakbrook Center
12.2020 - 05.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Beacon Care Center
07.2018 - 09.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Warren Barr South Loop
08.2016 - 03.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Symphony At 87th Street
07.2015 - 08.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Northwestern Institute of Health Care and Technology
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Harold Washington Community College
High School Diploma - General Education
Career Works High School