Jennifer Kimball
Shreveport
Summary
Dynamic healthcare leader with extensive experience at Proactive Nursing Solutions, specializing in patient assessment and geriatric care coordination. Demonstrated expertise in providing emotional support and crisis intervention to improve patient outcomes and quality of life for seniors. Skilled in training caregivers and first responders to effectively engage with dementia patients through a Montessori approach, aiming to enhance care practices in the community.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Carpenter House/St. Joseph's Hospice
Shreveport
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborated closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Responded promptly to emergent situations involving hospice patients and provided crisis intervention when needed.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Delivered respectful, compassionate care to each patient and family member.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Geri-Psych Registered Nurse
Red River Behavioral Health
Bossier City
07.2022 - Current
- Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
- Educated families on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of mental illness.
- Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
- Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Louisiana Behavioral Health
Shreveport
10.2021 - Current
- Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for patients in a hospital and intensive outpatient setting.
- Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Dementia Educator
TR Training
Shreveport
07.2015 - Current
- Developed and delivered educational sessions on dementia care for professional caregivers.
- Facilitated training sessions focusing on employee skill enhancement.
- Advised staff on enhancing the environment to better support individuals with dementia.
- Offered foundational knowledge about dementia biology.
- Delivered engaging sessions to elucidate advantages of multi-sensorial methods for dementia patients.
President
Proactive Nursing Solutions
Shreveport
05.2010 - Current
- Identified high risk patients requiring intensive case management interventions based on diagnosis or other factors affecting their ability to manage their own healthcare needs.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, healthcare agencies, and family members providing accurate information about client health and wellness.
- Provided direct nursing services including medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, and patient and family education.
- Provided emotional support to families dealing with difficult situations involving illness or death.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, developed individualized care plans, and coordinated with other health care providers to ensure quality of care.
- Conducted home visits to assess the health status of patients in their homes or other community settings.
- Established relationships with external organizations such as skilled nursing facilities or hospice agencies for coordination of care across multiple settings.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Florida Community College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL05-2000
Master of Science - Psychological Services
Marymount University
Arlington, VA12-1995
Master of Science - Psychology
Louisiana State University Shreveport
Shreveport12-1990
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Medication administration
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Dementia education
- CPR/AED
- Geriatric treatment
Affiliations
- Volunteer Community Educator for the Alzheimer's Association
- 2020 Non-Profit founder and Volunteer as Executive Director for Proactive Partners, providing dementia education to caregivers and first responders
Certification
- AANC Board Certification in Gerontology since May 2010
- BLS Certification
- SAMA certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Carpenter House/St. Joseph's Hospice
07.2023 - Current
Geri-Psych Registered Nurse
Red River Behavioral Health
07.2022 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Louisiana Behavioral Health
10.2021 - Current
Dementia Educator
TR Training
07.2015 - Current
President
Proactive Nursing Solutions
05.2010 - Current
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Florida Community College At Jacksonville
Master of Science - Psychological Services
Marymount University
Master of Science - Psychology
Louisiana State University Shreveport
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