Josalyn Pausina
Hermitage
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with 15+ years in the nursing field, specializing in advanced wound care and patient-centered care. Highly skilled in patient education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and providing compassionate care to diverse populations. Currently completing a Registered Nurse (RN) degree, with anticipated graduation in [April, 2025].
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advanced Healthcare of Nashville
Nashville, TN
06.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive wound care plans based on assessments and clinical findings.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of advancements in wound care research, incorporating new findings into practice for better results.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Wound Care Director
Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
Nashville, TN
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Weekly wound assessment, staging, identifying and detailed documentation.
- Carrying out advanced plans of care to effectively resolve complex wounds including Negative Pressure Wound Therapy.
- Preserving the integrity of the skin by implementing and monitoring skin preservation strategies.
- Provided post-operative treatment and care for patients with ostomies and other surgical sites.
- Care of external fixation devices.
- Work closely with wound physicians when assessing and debriding wounds weekly, as well as carrying out and implementing orders given by physicians.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Suncrest Home Health
Nashville, TN
08.2014 - 06.2020
- Provided wound care, extensive patient teaching of co morbidities and skilled procedures in Assisted living, Independent living as well as in the home care setting.
- Hands on patient care.
- Provided post-operative treatment and care for patients with ostomies and other surgical sites.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Weekly wound assessment and documentation.
- Collaborate with doctors, therapists, and medical team to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Nashville, TN04-2025
Board Certified Wound Care Nurse - Wound Care
American Board of Wound Management
11-2021
Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
McMinnville, TN05-2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Healthcare
01-2007
Skills
- Over 15 years in the nursing field
- Proficient in advanced wound care techniques
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Clinical judgment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Responsible and dependable
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advanced Healthcare of Nashville
06.2023 - Current
Wound Care Director
Trevecca Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
06.2020 - 06.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Suncrest Home Health
08.2014 - 06.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Board Certified Wound Care Nurse - Wound Care
American Board of Wound Management
Practical Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Healthcare