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Wanda Jones

Maumelle,AR

Summary

Accomplished RN staff and charge nurse with a proven track record at Jefferson Regional Medical Center , adept in clinical leadership and compassionate care. Leveraged healthcare technology and interdisciplinary collaboration to reduce medication errors and improve patient satisfaction scores significantly. Known for ethical practice and effective patient advocacy, consistently prioritizes patient safety and quality improvement. Highly compassionate and dedicated with positive attitude, well-suited for providing high-quality patient care. Possesses foundational knowledge in medical terminology and patient care procedures, along with strong skills in communication and teamwork. Committed to making positive impact on patient well-being and delivering exceptional healthcare services.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Supervisor/floor Nurse

Favorite Staffing
06.2022 - Current
  • Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
  • Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
  • Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Decreased hospital readmission rates through diligent monitoring of high-risk patients and proactive interventions as needed.
  • Reduced medication errors by providing thorough training and supervision to nursing staff.
  • Developed effective care plans tailored to individual patient needs, ensuring comprehensive treatment approaches.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions of care for patients between departments or facilities by maintaining clear communication channels with all stakeholders involved.
  • Developed and distributed nursing assignments for unit employees that outlined individual and group tasks.
  • Onboarded new employees through orientation meetings and training sessions before deployment to different departments.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
  • Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
  • Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
  • Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive environment for professional growth and development.
  • Administered medications safely according to physician orders, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or interactions among drugs.
  • Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs, adjusting care plans accordingly.
  • Educated family members on how best support their loved ones during the recovery process at home after discharge from the hospital.
  • Helped patients feel comfortable by adjusting positions and engaging in casual conversation.
  • Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
  • Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
  • Utilized Software to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by consistently following infection control guidelines and reporting potential hazards promptly.
  • Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring timely completion and optimal patient outcomes.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to streamline transitions from acute care settings back into the community.
  • Streamlined shift change processes by creating efficient report sheets to communicate vital information among staff.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores through compassionate care and effective communication.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

RN Floor Nurse

Jefferson Regional Hospital
11.1996 - Current
  • Utilized Software to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
  • Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
  • Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
  • Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
  • Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
  • Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
  • Facilitated timely discharges through efficient coordination with case managers, social workers, and physicians.
  • Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
  • Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
  • Contributed to reduced hospital readmissions by conducting thorough assessments and appropriately addressing patients'' concerns during their stay.
  • Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
  • Measured and recorded patients' vital signs every hour.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
  • Boosted staff morale by fostering an inclusive work environment that valued teamwork and open communication amongst colleagues.
  • Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

RN Floor Nurse

Arkansas Medical Staffing
04.2022 - 04.2024


  • Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
  • Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
  • Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in Type environment.
  • Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
  • Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
  • Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
  • Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
  • Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
  • Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on Type floor.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

Education

SEARK
Pine Bluff Ar

Skills

  • Clinical assessment
  • Nursing documentation
  • Clinical leadership
  • Quality improvement
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Continuing education
  • Ethical practice
  • Healthcare technology
  • Cultural history
  • Compassionate care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient education
  • Staff supervision
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Patient safety
  • Critical thinking
  • Patient advocacy
  • Training and mentoring
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Basic life support for health care providers (BLS)
  • Problem identification
  • Patient care assessment
  • HIPAA guidelines
  • Electronic medical record software
  • Inventory and restocking
  • Patient relations
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Epic systems
  • Codes compliance
  • Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
  • Medication dispensing
  • Quality control
  • Emergency readiness
  • Performance monitoring
  • Health information systems
  • Community-based educational programs
  • Immunizations
  • Heartsaver first aid CPR AED
  • Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
  • CPR/AED
  • Pediatric basic trauma life support (PBTLS)

Certification

ACLS, BLS and PALS

Timeline

RN Supervisor/floor Nurse

Favorite Staffing
06.2022 - Current

RN Floor Nurse

Arkansas Medical Staffing
04.2022 - 04.2024

RN Floor Nurse

Jefferson Regional Hospital
11.1996 - Current

SEARK

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