Laura LeMaire
Houma,LA
Summary
With a proven track record at Terrebonne General Health System, I excel in delivering emergency care, showcasing strong clinical judgment and compassionate patient advocacy. My expertise in medication administration and emergency response, combined with a dedication to improving patient outcomes, positions me as a dynamic RN ready to face any challenge.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Terrebonne General Health System
06.2024 - Current
- Performed wound care and dressing changes, ensuring sterile techniques to prevent infections and promote healing.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care strategies, enhancing patient outcomes through coordinated efforts.
- Administered medications and treatments through intravenous lines, ensuring proper dosages and minimizing patient discomfort.
- Assisted in triaging patients upon arrival, evaluating the severity of conditions to prioritize care based on urgency.
- Facilitated emergency interventions, including CPR and airway management, maintaining composure in high-pressure situations.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient transitions from emergency care to specialized departments.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Senior Nurse Intern
West Jefferson Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Assisted with specimen collection and handled appropriately to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
PRN Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Terrebonne General Health System
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Organized supplies for expected demands.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care
- Checked wounds, assessed skin integrity and bathed patients.
- Patient admissions, discharges and transfers
- Collected and transported specimens
- Obtained vital signs and EKGs
- Performed CPR
Daycare Student Worker
CrossFit Brewhouse
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Cared for children ages 1 to 10 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Sanitized tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Houma Christian School
Houma, LA05.2020
Skills
- Taking Vital Signs
- IV Discontinuation
- Performing EKGs
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
- Accurate Documentation
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- American Heart Association CPR Certified
- Wound Management
- Patient Care Assessment
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Medication Administration
- Isolation Precautions
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
Awards/Extracurriculars
- Awarded 2019 Terrebonne Parish Outstanding Scholar of the month
- National Honor's Society Member 2017-2020
- Houma Christian School volleyball team 2017-2020
- Houma Christian School Worship team 2016-2020
- Nominated 2019 Teenager of the Year
- Nominated 2019 Daughters of the American Revolution
- NSU Phi Eta Sigma Honor's Society Member
- NSU Delight Ministry Team Member 2020-2021
Certification
BLS
PALS
ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Terrebonne General Health System
06.2024 - Current
Senior Nurse Intern
West Jefferson Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
PRN Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Terrebonne General Health System
06.2022 - 02.2023
Daycare Student Worker
CrossFit Brewhouse
09.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nicholls State University
High School Diploma -
Houma Christian School
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