JAMES GOODNIGHT
MORRILTON,AR
Summary
An efficient and resourceful Licensed Practical Nurse with 16+ years of Long Term Care and Skilled Nursing. Well rounded individual, dynamic nursing leader with a strong work ethic and critical thinking skills. Skilled in emotional support to patients and family. Adept in guiding nursing staff toward achieving patient care goals and improving Activity of Daily Living. Proven track record in enhancing patient care standards and operational efficiency through effective interdisciplinary collaboration and quality improvement initiatives. Skilled in care plan development and MDS documentation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
ADON
Heritage Living Center
12.2021 - Current
- Directed nursing staff to enhance patient care standards and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Trained new nursing personnel on facility policies, procedures, and patient care techniques.
- Managed medication administration processes to ensure accuracy and safety in resident care.
- Facilitated communication between families, residents, and healthcare providers to strengthen support networks.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
Director of MDS Services
ST. ANDREWS PLACE NURSING AND REHAB
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate resident assessments and care planning.
- Led development and implementation of MDS services, enhancing compliance with regulatory standards.
- Improved MDS Services quality by implementing comprehensive data analysis and strategic planning.
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- Led weekly utilization review to go over recent clinical activities.
LPN Charge Nurse
RIDGEMERE SENIOR LIVING
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to care protocols and standards.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers for efficient workflow.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Trained new nursing staff on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
Treatment Nurse
Brookridge Cove Rehabilitation And Care Center
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Administered medications and treatments in compliance with established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment strategies based on clinical observations and feedback.
- Educated patients and families on treatment processes, fostering understanding and adherence to care plans.
- Led team meetings to discuss treatment approaches, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and goals.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on best practices for wound care and treatment protocols.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate wound care treatments.
Education
No Degree - CERTIFICATION NURSING
ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
Searcy, AR05-2009
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Quality improvement
- Care plan development
- Healthcare administration
- Documentation and reporting
- Healthcare administration
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Wound care management
- Nurse education and training
- Strong work ethic
- Clinical documentation
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
Timeline
ADON
Heritage Living Center
12.2021 - Current
Director of MDS Services
ST. ANDREWS PLACE NURSING AND REHAB
10.2020 - 11.2021
LPN Charge Nurse
RIDGEMERE SENIOR LIVING
01.2020 - 10.2020
Treatment Nurse
Brookridge Cove Rehabilitation And Care Center
01.2018 - 01.2020
No Degree - CERTIFICATION NURSING
ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
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