Toni K. Jones
Joplin,MO
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff RN, CVICU
Freeman Health System
Joplin, MO
08.2011 - 02.2024
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient status and care throughout shift.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Maintained current knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines for critical care.
- Administered medications accurately and per protocol.
- Fostered positive relationships with physicians, staff members, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions in order to provide appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
- Consistently provided compassionate care while advocating for the needs of the patient population served.
- Facilitated communication between medical staff and family members regarding diagnosis and treatment plan options.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
- Performed emergency medical procedures, such as advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), when necessary.
- Provided direct patient care in a CVICU setting, including assessments, vital sign monitoring, medication administration and documentation.
RN, Emergency Department
Mercy, Joplin
Joplin, MO
11.2012 - 07.2015
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient's condition.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergent or crisis situations.
- Organized workflows within the Emergency Department efficiently while ensuring quality patient outcomes.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
RN, Perioperative Care (PACU)
Carmel Ambulatory Surgery Center
Carmel , IN
09.2009 - 06.2011
- Assisted with patient preparation for surgery, including providing preoperative instructions and administering premedication.
- Provided post-operative care to patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medication, and documented changes in patient condition.
- Educated patients on proper self-care techniques after discharge from the PACU.
- Assessed post-anesthesia complications such as nausea, vomiting, pain, airway obstruction and bleeding.
- Identified potential risk factors associated with anesthesia use and took appropriate action to reduce risks when necessary.
- Ensured all equipment was functioning properly prior to use in order to provide safe care for all patients.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
RN, ICU Float Pool
Indiana University Health Care
Indianapolis, IN
07.2006 - 06.2011
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent needs within an ever-changing environment.
- Monitored patient progress and responded to critical changes in patient's physiological status and reported findings to attending physicians.
- Administered medications, IV fluids and other treatments as ordered by physician or protocol.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate best possible outcomes for patients.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments and medications administered during shift.
- Utilized advanced skills such as hemodynamic monitoring to provide safe care for critically ill patients requiring close observation.
- Recognized and addressed patients' psychological and physical needs in addition to critical medical needs.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
RN, CVICU
Aspirus Hospital Hospital
Wausau, WI
03.1999 - 06.2005
- Provided direct patient care in a CVICU setting, including assessments, vital sign monitoring, medication administration and documentation.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters such as blood pressure, heart rate, pulmonary artery wedge pressure and cardiac output during critical care procedures.
- Coordinated post-operative care of high-risk surgical patients in the ICU setting.
- Identified changes in patient condition quickly and accurately to ensure prompt intervention when necessary.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
RN, ICU/CVICU
Ingham Medical Center
Lansing, MI
05.1989 - 01.1999
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Performed venipuncture, intravenous therapy administration, and arterial blood gas draws.
- Maintained accurate documentation of assessments, treatments, medications administered and any changes in the patient's condition.
- Evaluated laboratory results for abnormal values and took appropriate action based on findings.
- Assisted with research projects related to cardiac ICU nursing practices.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching cardiac ICU nursing procedures.
RN, CVICU
St. John's Medical Center
Joplin, MO
07.1987 - 05.1989
- Provided direct patient care in a CVICU setting, including assessments, vital sign monitoring, medication administration and documentation.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters such as blood pressure, heart rate, pulmonary artery wedge pressure and cardiac output during critical care procedures.
- Coordinated post-operative care of high-risk surgical patients in the ICU setting.
- Identified changes in patient condition quickly and accurately to ensure prompt intervention when necessary.
RN, ICU/CCU Staff Nurse
Memorial Hospital West
Colorado Springs, CO
12.1985 - 07.1987
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient status and care throughout shift.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed advanced life support skills including intubation, chest tube insertion, lumbar puncture, and central line placement.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Jane Phillips Medical Center
Bartlesville, OK
06.1984 - 11.1985
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
- Performed physical examinations, diagnostic tests, and other procedures to assist physicians during treatment of illness or injury.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oral Roberts University
Tulsa, OK05-1984
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Intravenous therapy
- Quality Improvement
- Discharge Planning
- Electronic Medical Records
- Physical assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Policy Adherence
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Mercy, Joplin
11.2012 - 07.2015
Staff RN, CVICU
Freeman Health System
08.2011 - 02.2024
RN, Perioperative Care (PACU)
Carmel Ambulatory Surgery Center
09.2009 - 06.2011
RN, ICU Float Pool
Indiana University Health Care
07.2006 - 06.2011
RN, CVICU
Aspirus Hospital Hospital
03.1999 - 06.2005
RN, ICU/CVICU
Ingham Medical Center
05.1989 - 01.1999
RN, CVICU
St. John's Medical Center
07.1987 - 05.1989
RN, ICU/CCU Staff Nurse
Memorial Hospital West
12.1985 - 07.1987
RN, Medical-Surgical
Jane Phillips Medical Center
06.1984 - 11.1985
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oral Roberts University
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