Jendaya Scales
Horn Lake
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. Looking to transition back into the critical care field, bringing proficiency in handling medical emergencies and patient interactions. Aims to make significant impact on patient outcomes through effective care and empathy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Neurology Clinic
Le Bonheur Children's Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients and/or families regain or improve coping abilities.
Registered Nurse, PICU
Le Bonheur Children's Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, ensuring equipment functionality, and performing regular safety checks.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
- Effectively managed multiple priorities during high-stress situations by remaining calm, organized, and focused on delivering optimal patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN08-2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tougaloo College
Tougaloo, MS05-2021
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Airway management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptable and flexible
- Active listening
EHR Experience
CERNER - (3-4 years)
EPIC - (1 year)
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Neurology Clinic
Le Bonheur Children's Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, PICU
Le Bonheur Children's Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tougaloo College
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