Ladonna Jones
JACKSON
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Select Specialty Hospital, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective education and strong clinical judgment. Committed to infection control and fostering a supportive environment, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
09.2025 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort and safety through diligent care and vital sign monitoring.
- Promoted patient independence by assisting with daily living activities effectively.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Educated patients on health management strategies to achieve better health outcomes.
- Accurately documented patient care processes using electronic health record systems.
- Responded to emergencies with critical thinking for optimal patient support.
Registered Nurse
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Improved patient safety by administering medications according to established guidelines.
- Elevated patient satisfaction through compassionate, holistic nursing care approaches.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a positive environment and enhancing patient care quality.
- Reduced infection rates by enforcing strict hygiene practices and educating patients effectively.
- Managed challenging patient interactions using effective de-escalation and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
SHC
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing treatment plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Fostered a safety culture by advocating for nursing best practices and improvements.
- Educated patients on wound care, discharge plans, and safe medication usage.
- Optimized medication administration processes to improve safety and accuracy during shifts.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
West Tennessee Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2024
- Enhanced patient outcomes by administering medications per established protocols efficiently.
- Ensured timely medical responses by closely monitoring and reacting to vital signs.
- Optimized care plans through effective collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Strengthened patient recovery by educating families on post-discharge care protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Madison Haywood Developmental Services
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Ensured patient safety by administering medications per physician orders.
- Reported vital sign changes, enabling timely interventions by nursing staff.
- Enhanced care quality by developing individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients on health management, improving understanding of medical conditions.
- Streamlined patient care coordination through effective interdisciplinary collaboration.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pine Meadows Healthcare Center
06.2017 - 05.2020
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Trained new staff on best practices and procedures, promoting a culture of excellence within the team.
- Implemented infection control measures effectively, reducing risk of hospital-acquired infections among patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jackson State Community College
Jackson, Tennessee, TN05-2023
Diploma - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Jackson, TN05-2017
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient management
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
Basic Life Support
AED Certification
CPR Certification
An introduction to culturally and linguistically appropriate services, or CLAS. (Certificate)
Sexual Orientation Gender Identity (Certification)
American Museum of Natural History (Certification)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
SHC
06.2025 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
West Tennessee Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Madison Haywood Developmental Services
08.2020 - 06.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pine Meadows Healthcare Center
06.2017 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jackson State Community College
Diploma - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology