JENA CECIL, LVN #******

SUMMARY

OBJECTIVE: To become a better nurse by broadening my skills learning from others in different facilities by utilizing hands on taught skills, practicing safety procedures, and administering patient care. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant Director of Nursing

LVN Remarkable Healthcare Prestonwood

May 2023-present

Helping to hire, train, teach, and monitor nurses.Managing clinical operations and developing care plans.Preparing the daily schedule and planning shifts.Ensuring nursing staff follows departmental procedures and policies.Assisting in budget preparation and expense management.Conducting patient rounds and addressing complaints.Evaluating the performance of the department and recommending improvements.Scheduling staff meetings for patient updates, issues, and recommendations.Ensuring compliance with state, federal, and local standards.Keeping patient and employee records updated and accurateHelping to hire, train, teach, and monitor nurses.Managing clinical operations and developing care plans.Preparing the daily schedule and planning shifts.Ensuring nursing staff follows departmental procedures and policies.Assisting in budget preparation and expense management.Conducting patient rounds and addressing complaints.Evaluating the performance of the department and recommending improvements.Scheduling staff meetings for patient updates, issues, and recommendations.Ensuring compliance with state, federal, and local standards.Keeping patient and employee records updated and accurate. MDS reports and infection . Roughly Overlapping the Covid Pandemic January 2020 – March 2023 Travel Nurse roles thru Maxim Staffing and Fusion Medical Staffing LVN, San Angelo State Supportive Living, TX June 2021 – July 2021 and November 2022- March 2023 Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within facility parameters Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding or directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to supervisors, and case managers Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files

Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures. LVN / Maxim Healthcare Pediatrics - Dallas, Texas 09/2021 – When? Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider. Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output. Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies. Assisted with patients' nutrition by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with limited mobility. Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting, bathing and grooming needs. Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection. Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring. Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures. Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising. Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients. LVN / 24 hour nursing - Denton, TX 06/2021 - 08/2021 Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider. Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters. Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds. Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information. Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within facility parameters Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output. Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety. Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding/directly feeding individuals with severely limited mobility. Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments. Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration. Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing/clinical care supervisors/case managers. Prevented drug interactions & contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health, monitoring vitals & file updates. Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures. LVN / At Home Healthcare - Lewisville, TX 05/2021 - 06/2021 Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider. Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters. Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information. Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions. Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration. Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.

Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures. LVN / Nebraska City, NE 03/20 – 03/2021

Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters. Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring. Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment. Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention. Administered prescribed medications and PRN medications per PCP orders. Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information. Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.

LVN /Advanced Rehab and Healthcare of Vernon, Vernon Texas 01/2020 - 03/2020 Assess residents health and change of status every day, medication administration, computer charting, communication with doctors on health changes, and communications with families. Licensed Vocational Nurse / Vernon Middle School, Middle School Vernon High School - Vernon, TX 08/2011 - 01/2020

*During my 8.5 years nursing with the Vernon school district I also served simultaneously at various times as a Health Career Instructor & Softball Coach

Administers State of Texas hearing, vision and scoliosis screenings. Organizes State of Texas vaccines required for Vernon Middle School. Organizes State of Texas flu and pneumonia vaccinations for Middle School/High School faculty Orders all district nursing supplies and maintains required supply levels. Organizes diabetic training for Middle School and High School. Administers medication to students per doctor's orders Participates in SHAC meetings.

Licensed Vocational Nurse (Clinic Nurse) / Hillcrest Clinic - Vernon, TX 10/2009 – 02/2011 Administered patient care. Documented medical records. Nursing documentation. Insurance pre-authorizations. Medication administration. Licensed Vocational Nurse / Chillicothe Hospital - Chillicothe, TX 11/2008 - 10/2009 Administered patient care and patient assessments. Medical record documentation. Doctor transcriptionist. Medication administration. SKILLS

Ortho, Gastro, LTAC, Home Health, etc. Sample collection Caring for wounds Administration EMR and Charting Counting narcotics Documenting incidents Patient Assessments Psychotropic medication knowledge Some Renal Patient Care Administering shots Anatomy/Physiology Staff direction and task delegation Critical thinking Tracking symptoms Empathy/compassion EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Vernon College - Vernon, TX

Licensed Vocational Nurse Certified October 14, 2008 License# 218677 CPR Certified American Red Cross