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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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