ERIKA C.

JONES
5F Fernwood Drive Leominster, MA 01453
508-577-9917 eje3db92@westpost.net
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Service-oriented medical professional seeking a challenging position where exper
tise in healthcare procedure and strong communication skills will prove instrume
ntal to employer success.
PROFILE
Talented LPN offering over 19 years solid and progressive experience as a compas
sionate healthcare professional, including expertise within organizational, time
-management and patient care capacities. In depth expertise in identifying criti
cal situations and expediting quality patient treatment procedures. Proven abili
ty to blend srong decision-making abilities with outstanding organizational skil
ls, solid leadership attributes, and successful interpersonal relationship-build
ing techniques. Apply sharp problem-solving proficiencies, intelligent business
acumen, and cost-effective strategies, along with exceptional written and verbal
communication skills to the healthcare environment. Capable of staying focused
and maintaining a calm demeanor in high-pressure situations while exhibiting hig
h quality, diplomatic patient services interaction--both in person and via telep
hone.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Charge Nurse GOLDEN LIVING CENTER 2010-Prese
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-Actively oversee a 40-bed dementia unit, from patient assessment,
chart documentation and family education to administering medications
and implementation and documentation of patient plan of care.
-Proficiently supervise CNAs in the implementation and documentation of
patient plan of care.
Charge Nurse STERLING HEALTHCARE/STERLING VILLAGE 2006-2010
-Successfully managed an 7p-7a shift for 143-bed facility with 22-
member staff in implementing treatment plans, administering IV meds/
narcotics and documenting patient care.
Agency Nurse DIVERSIFIED STAFFING GROUP 2005-2006
-Effectively fulfilled a variety of staffing needs at multiple nursing hom
e
facilities, ensuring quality patient care.
Agency Nurse FAVORITE NURSES 1996-20
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-Skillfully served in hospital ICU's and medical-surgical units, as well a
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nursing homes, providing hands-on medical care to patients.
LPN GREAT BROOK VALLEY HEALTH CENTER 1994-1996
-Proficiently triaged patient care in an urgent care setting, as well as
assisting in critical emergency situations.
LPN NURSES HOUSE CALL 199
2-1994
Medic U.S. ARMY
1987-1994
 PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

Masters in Theology LIBERTY UNIVERSITY Prese

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Bachelors of Science in Biology UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS 1998
Associates in Liberal Arts MT. WACHUSETT COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1994
LPN certificate ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES; US ARMY 1992