TOYA MCDONALD-JONES
Louisville,Kentucky
Summary
As a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse, my objective is to contribute my clinical expertise and passion for patient well-being to a dynamic healthcare environment. Seeking a challenging position where I can apply my strong nursing skills, exceptional communication, and critical thinking abilities to deliver optimal patient care. Committed to promoting health and wellness, my goal is to collaborate with a diverse healthcare team to enhance the overall patient experience. I am eager to leverage my skills and genuine love for nursing to make a lasting difference in the lives of those entrusted to my care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Home of the Innocents
Louisville, KY
01.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care strategies as necessary.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
Registered Nurse – School Nursing
Career Staffing Unlimited Agency
Louisville, KY
11.2021 - Current
- Provides care to students and staff who need emergency care due to injury or who present with an acute illness.
- Assists faculty and staff in monitoring chronic medical conditions.
- Coordinate care and student emergency action plans related to diabetes, seizures, asthma, allergies, and use of emergency medications.
- Obtain parental consent for health services.
- Address potential health problems that are barriers to learning or symptoms of underlying medical conditions by coordinating and assisting with mandated screenings.
- Administer required vaccinations.
- Conduct examinations for school and athletic purposes
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse
Norton Audubon Hospital
Louisville, KY
12.2023 - 07.2025
- Managed caseload of six patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment options and wellness strategies.
LPN Floor Nurse
Exceptional Living Charlestown Place Nursing Home “formerly” Providence Nursing Retirement Home
Louisville, KY
03.2013 - 01.2023
- Treat acute health care problems such as illnesses, infections, or injuries for 14 – 18 patients
- Administer medications.
- Record narcotic counts
- Administer wound treatment and Accu-checks.
- CPR Certified
- Transcribe physician orders.
- Conducted routine health assessments, documenting changes in patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Care Promotor (LPN) Cardiology Team
Jen Care Senior Medical Center
Louisville, KY
03.2017 - 08.2021
- Measure and record vital signs, record patient interviews, history, and chief complaint.
- Prepare patients for examinations and perform routine screening tests; assist physicians with exams; perform EKGs; explain treatment procedures and physicians' instructions to patients.
- Phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens; perform basic waived lab tests.
- Prepare and administer medications under physician supervision; change dressings, apply bandages, remove sutures and other first aid procedures; use CPR skills when necessary.
- Upon physician approval and authorization, calls in prescriptions to the pharmacy.
- Organized informational events, providing resources and support for patient health education.
- Built professional network to establish and maintain relationships with community contacts, providers and others who may refer potential leads.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify changes in patient conditions and report findings promptly.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate communication of services offered.
Phlebotomy Team Supervisor, LPN
American Red Cross
Louisville, KY
06.2007 - 11.2013
- Manage operations and staff at community blood drives.
- Adheres to established HIPAA confidentiality standards of patients, clients, facilities, and Laboratory staff.
- Maintains current and accurate Mobile Phlebotomist’s contact information.
- Assists with New Hire Orientation
- Ensure that the phlebotomy supply and specimen drop-off area is neat and organized at all times.
- Direct, supervise, and evaluate work activities of assigned staff.
- Seeks coaching/mentoring when appropriate.
- CPR Certified
LPN Floor Nurse
Nazareth Home
Louisville, KY
06.2005 - 06.2007
- Administer prescribed medications or start intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Observe patients, chart and report changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and take any necessary action.
- Provide basic patient care or treatments, such as taking temperatures or blood pressures, dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas or douches, rubbing with alcohol, massaging, or performing catheterizations.
- Sterilize equipment and supplies, using germicides, sterilizer, or autoclave.
- Answer patients' calls and determine how to assist them.
- Measure and record patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
- Work as part of a healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions.
- Collect samples, such as blood, urine, or sputum from patients, and perform routine laboratory tests on samples.
- Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures.
- Assemble and use equipment, such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Education
Associate Degree Registered Nurse - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY12-2023
Nursing
Galen Health Institute
Louisville, KY10.2005
Diploma - Medical Coding and Transcription
Decker College
Louisville, KY2002
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- IV therapy
- CPR certification
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Physical assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Licensed RN
- Taking vitals
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient discharge
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Vaccine administration
- Diabetes management
Affiliations
Kentucky Nurses Association (KNA)
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Certified Medical Coding and Transcriptionist
- Certified Phlebotomist
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Registered Nurse License (RN)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Norton Audubon Hospital
12.2023 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse
Home of the Innocents
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse – School Nursing
Career Staffing Unlimited Agency
11.2021 - Current
Care Promotor (LPN) Cardiology Team
Jen Care Senior Medical Center
03.2017 - 08.2021
LPN Floor Nurse
Exceptional Living Charlestown Place Nursing Home “formerly” Providence Nursing Retirement Home
03.2013 - 01.2023
Phlebotomy Team Supervisor, LPN
American Red Cross
06.2007 - 11.2013
LPN Floor Nurse
Nazareth Home
06.2005 - 06.2007
Associate Degree Registered Nurse - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Nursing
Galen Health Institute
Diploma - Medical Coding and Transcription
Decker College