LATISHA JORDAN
Lawrencevile
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Grady Memorial Hospital
02.2022 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Emergency Medical Technician
Life Link EMS
05.2019 - 02.2022
- Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information
- Leveraged defibrillator, oxygen, suction devices, CPR and other procedures and medications to provide advanced medical care
- Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons
Emergency Medical Technician
CC&T Ambulance Services
10.2017 - 05.2020
EMSS Scribe
Emergency Medical Scribe Services
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Accepted dictated notes and produced professional documents with outlined information
- Reviewed records, paperwork and orders for errors and resolved issues with minimal direction
- Returned printed and electronic form dictated reports for physician's review, signature and corrections
- Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments
- Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results and other details directly into charts
Case Manager Paraprofessional
The Quilt Transitional Services
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers
- Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs
- Consulted with clinicians to devise and manage ongoing care plans for at-risk patients
- Developed positive relationships with parents to foster communication and encourage involvement for student growth
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA12.2021
Emergency Medical Technician -
Grady EMS Academy
Atlanta, GA10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Clayton State University
Morrow, GA12.2011
Skills
- EMR / EHR
- Patient Management
- Medication and IV administration
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Patient assessments
- Pre-Hospital Care
- Documentation and charting
- Direct Patient Care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Patient and family advocacy
Affiliations
Good Samaritan Health Center
Certification
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Assoc. (ENA)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Grady Memorial Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Life Link EMS
05.2019 - 02.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
CC&T Ambulance Services
10.2017 - 05.2020
EMSS Scribe
Emergency Medical Scribe Services
09.2013 - 09.2014
Case Manager Paraprofessional
The Quilt Transitional Services
01.2012 - 03.2013
Emergency Medical Technician -
Grady EMS Academy
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Clayton State University
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Assoc. (ENA)
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia State University
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