Yvonne Jones
Mitchell,IN
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
Orleans Community Schools
12.2015 - Current
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Streamlined documentation processes for maintaining accurate student health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Promoted a healthy school environment through regular inspections, identifying potential hazards and recommending corrective actions.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Ambulatory Care Staff Nurse
Internal Medicine Associates - Cardiology
01.1999 - 01.2014
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning. Worked as an extern rounding with the physicians at the hospital.
- Phone triage
- Staff scheduling
- Anti-Coagulation Clinic
- Liaisons between patient's family any physicians during cardiac procedures
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN05.1998
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Decision-Making
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- HIPAA Requirements
- Patient Assessments
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate and Caring
- Attention to Detail
- CPR/AED
- Time Management
Certification
- Nursing License #28141678A - Active
- BLS
Timeline
School Nurse
Orleans Community Schools
12.2015 - Current
Ambulatory Care Staff Nurse
Internal Medicine Associates - Cardiology
01.1999 - 01.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Vincennes University
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