Jakeia Taylor
Memphis,TN
Summary
Results-driven nursing leader with a strong background in patient care protocols and staff training. Skilled in clinical assessment and HIPAA compliance, consistently optimizing operations to foster a culture of excellence in patient services.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Westhill Collierville
Collierville, TN
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Assisted in implementing patient care protocols to enhance nursing efficiency.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Supported the development and training of new nursing staff on best practices.
- Coordinated daily operations to optimize team workflow and patient services.
- Facilitated communication between departments to improve patient outcomes.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Planned and assigned workload to 76-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ciel of Collierville
Collierville, TN
01.2025 - 02.2026
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs to assess health status and report changes.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Provided compassionate support to patients, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records consistently.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Home Health Aide
Private Care
Memphis, TN
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Provided personal care assistance, ensuring client comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted clients with mobility, enhancing their independence and quality of life through tailored support.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, promoting emotional well-being and trust through compassionate interactions.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
Education
Associate of Arts -
University of Memphis
Memphis, TNBachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Washington, CA04.2027
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology, Memphis, TN
Memphis, TN08.2024
Skills
- Nursing management
- Case management
- Clinical leadership
- Patient education
- Clinical assessment
- Staff evaluation
- Professional development
- Recruiting and hiring
- Shift scheduling
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse - 12/2024
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Westhill Collierville
01.2026 - 03.2026
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ciel of Collierville
01.2025 - 02.2026
Home Health Aide
Private Care
03.2021 - 02.2023
Associate of Arts -
University of Memphis
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology, Memphis, TN