Lauren Boudreaux
Carriere
Summary
Hard-working registered nurse with 6 years combined critical care and medical surgical experience. Enjoys being a team player and have a positive attitude. Always willing to learn new skills and ask questions that will help improve patient outcomes along with gaining more knowledge as a nurse.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Nurse PCU Nurse
New Orleans East Hospital
02.2020 - Current
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, reducing hospital-acquired infections in the ICU setting.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families while maintaining open lines of communication regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
ICU/PCU Nurse
Community Hospital
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
ICU Nurse
Baton Rouge General Hospital
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
Home Health Nurse
Mississippi Home Care
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Merit Health Biloxi
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Responded efficiently to medical emergencies within the hospital setting, providing life-saving interventions as needed.
- Administered blood products according to established protocols, closely monitoring patients for transfusion reactions or complications.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies while maintaining strict sterile technique.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for critically ill patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical illness or end-of-life situations.
- Improved communication among healthcare team members by initiating daily huddles and interdisciplinary rounds in the ICU setting.
Cardiac Stepdown Nurse
Comanche County Memorial Hospital
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom re occurrence.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Cared for STEMI, COPD, CHF, postop-CABG, thoracotomy, and cardiac cath patients
- Implemented nursing skills including IV insertion, blood draws, cardiac sheath removals, multiple drips, oxygen therapy, foley catheters, NG/OG tubes and chest tubes.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Forrest General Hospital
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Closely monitored critically-ill patients in a large intensive care unit
- Managed patients with ventilators, multiple live-saving IV drips, dialysis, and enternal feedings
- Monitored and administered moderate sedation
- Assisted with procedures such as chest tube insertion, intubation, central line insertion, arterial line insertion, dialysis catheter insertion
- Provided emotional support to family and friends of each patient
- Worked closely with intensivists, surgeons, and other ICU nurses to optimize patient care
Medical Surgical RN/Intensive Care RN
Highland Community Hospital
07.2016 - 03.2018
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Acute Care Tech
Highland Community Hospital
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS2016
High School Diploma -
Pearl River Central High School
Carriere, MS2013
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient and family advocacy
- Emergency procedures
- Collecting vitals
- Epic EMR experience
- Cerner EMR experience
- Strong clinical judgment
- Preventative health
- Chronic disease management
- Team player
References
Jonathan Moeller
601-590-5237
Gordon Natal
504-343-5905
Victoria Leitis
504-920-0654
Megan Murray
601-347-6923
Melessa Medlinger
406-546-1695
melessakeefer@gmail.com
Brett Herring
601-517-0425
Steven Jones
601-799-8062
Timeline
ICU/PCU Nurse
Community Hospital
11.2020 - 12.2020
ICU Nurse
Baton Rouge General Hospital
09.2020 - 11.2020
ICU Nurse PCU Nurse
New Orleans East Hospital
02.2020 - Current
Home Health Nurse
Mississippi Home Care
11.2019 - 01.2020
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Merit Health Biloxi
09.2019 - 11.2019
Cardiac Stepdown Nurse
Comanche County Memorial Hospital
04.2019 - 07.2019
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Forrest General Hospital
09.2017 - 03.2019
Medical Surgical RN/Intensive Care RN
Highland Community Hospital
07.2016 - 03.2018
Acute Care Tech
Highland Community Hospital
05.2015 - 06.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pearl River Community College
High School Diploma -
Pearl River Central High School
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