Nakita Jackson
Smithfield
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with 7 years of experience and proven record of thriving in a results-oriented environment. Advanced knowledge of medical techniques and a long-standing history of applying routine nursing services of the utmost quality. Empathetic and patient-focused, consistently striving to provide the highest level of patient care. Seeking out an opportunity in a growing practice where improving the lives of patients is a priority.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinic Nurse
Portsmouth Naval Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Infertility Clinic Nurse (credentials below)
- Scheduled and assisted patients with pre op appointments, placed patients in main OR per provider request.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists or external healthcare providers when necessary for specialized care.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to track patient progress and respond promptly to any changes or abnormalities.
- Scheduled patients for Mid Cycle Scans, SIS, IUI, post op, and Ultrasound appointments
- Accepted/Rejected Referrals per provider protocol
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication for better understanding of their concerns.
- Administered medications accurately, adhering to strict protocols and safety guidelines.
- OBGYN and Uro-Gyn Pre Op Nurse (credentials below)
- Scheduled and assisted patients with pre op appointments
- Scheduled patients in the main OR per provider request
- Included eating and drinking windows before date of surgery, informed patient of medications to stop or continue, informed patient of where to report, and the hospitals protocols.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Placed labs, tests, medications in Genesis Portal
- Answering messages through Pre Op pool via Genesis
- Documented treatments delivered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Charge Nurse
Steadfast/Eastern Healthcare Group Travel Nursing
06.2018 - 01.2024
- Traveling to different facilities within the Hampton Roads area to assist with staffing needs
- Assessing, observing, and speaking to patients
- Recording details and symptoms of patient medical history and current health
- Preparing patients for exams and treatment
- Administering medications and treatments, then monitoring patients for side effects and reactions.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Streamlined shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of care and minimizing information gaps.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
Charge Nurse
Riverside
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Triaging, updating medical information, authorizing insurance approvals for injections, imaging and surgeries
- Prior authorizations, scheduling post-op and new patient appointments
- Verifying 2 or more patient identifiers
- Faxing MD notes, communication orders via phone or electronically
- Placing orders into EPIC per provider's request
- Reviews desktop alerts throughout the day and complete by the close of business day
- Adhere to Infection control standards and the proper, safe use and operation of medical equipment.
Nurse Manager
Riverside (Warwick Forest Assisted Living)
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Assisting with employee's schedules, submitting timecards through KRONOS, supervising three units, alternating on call weekends, in service meetings via zoom, training staff on infectious disease control, updating UAI's/ISP's and MAR, assessing patients in rehabilitation, obtaining medical records as needed for physicians.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Established strong relationships with patients'' families, providing support and education throughout the treatment process.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring quality care and consistency in nursing practices.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates with proactive discharge planning and thorough patient education.
Charge Nurse
Bon Secours (Orthopedic and Spine Clinic)
07.2017 - 01.2020
- Communicating patient status to MD and NP, completing prior authorizations as needed through insurance companies, administering injections as requested per provider, sending medication scripts electronically with verbal read back, obtaining vital signs, faxing scripts/referrals via fax and obtaining cultures/specimens.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Charge Nurse-PRN
The Crossings at Harbourview
05.2017 - 01.2020
- Head to toe assessments, planning and managing patient care, administering medications and injections, wound care for various pressure ulcers, obtaining vital signs, verifying medication scripts/treatments via fax, obtaining cultures/specimens.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Education
LPN Diploma -
Medical Careers Institute
02.2017
CNA Certification -
Tidewater Medical Training
07.2014
Skills
- Processing Insurance Authorizations and Referrals
- Authorizing Prior Authorizations for select medications
- Triaging patients and updating medical information through EPIC as needed
- Patient educating
- Assisting Medial Assistant as needed
- Work effectively part of a team and independently
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certified Expires: 11/2025
- IV insertions, injections, wound care, obtaining cultures/specimens
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feedings
- Admissions/Discharge
Timeline
Clinic Nurse
Portsmouth Naval Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
Riverside
09.2020 - 09.2021
Nurse Manager
Riverside (Warwick Forest Assisted Living)
01.2020 - 09.2020
Charge Nurse
Steadfast/Eastern Healthcare Group Travel Nursing
06.2018 - 01.2024
Charge Nurse
Bon Secours (Orthopedic and Spine Clinic)
07.2017 - 01.2020
Charge Nurse-PRN
The Crossings at Harbourview
05.2017 - 01.2020
LPN Diploma -
Medical Careers Institute
CNA Certification -
Tidewater Medical Training
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