Valerie Jansen-Lord
Iowa
Summary
Graduate of McNeese State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, earned in December 2022. Currently expanding my education to receive a Master's of Nursing in August 2026. Twelve years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse, with a focus on psychiatric nursing for the last three years. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams to deliver holistic and safe patient care. Strong skills in time management, leadership, assessment, delegation, and prioritization. Currently seeking full-time employment in upper management or a registered nurse position.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registed Nurse
Compass Behavioral Health
Kinder
09.2025 - Current
- Charge Nurse, Inpatient Behavioral Health, Adult Unit
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families about health management and post-discharge care.
- Conducted assessments of patients' physical and mental health status regularly.
- Phone Number: 337-738-9461
- Supervisor: Hanna Sanders
Registered Nurse
Lake Charles Memorial Behavioral Health
Lake Charles
01.2023 - Current
- Charge Nurse, Inpatient behavioral health, Crisis management for Adult, Adolescent, and Geriatric clients
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on mental health resources and coping strategies.
- Phone Number: 337-480-7763
- Supervisor: Kandi Collins
Registered Nurse
Christus Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital
Lake Charles
11.2024 - 01.2024
- Emergency Room RN, PRN
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on severity.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Facilitated the transfer of critically ill patients from the ER to other departments or facilities for further evaluation or treatment.
- Phone Number: 337-436-2511
- Supervisor: Nate
Licensed Practical Nurse
Homedica
Lake Charles
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Telehealth, LPN
- Provided education on health management and treatment options via remote communication.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Trained new staff on telehealth protocols and best practices for patient engagement.
- Phone Number: 225-766-4133
- Supervisor: Cherie Edwards
Licensed Practical Nurse
Avail Hospital
Lake Charles
10.2017 - 10.2020
- Med-Surg and Emergency Room LPN
- Collaborated with nursing staff to optimize workflow and improve patient care delivery methods.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted in policy development and implementation
- Phone Number: 337-656-7700
- Supervisor: Gena Milslagle
Licensed Practical Nurse
Christus Home Health
Lake Charles
02.2016 - 10.2017
- Home Health, LPN
- In-home behavioral health assessments and medication management
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded changes in patient conditions for care team updates.
- Phone Number: 337-395-5600
- Supervisor: Laurie Jones
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Herzing University
08.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA12.2022
Associate of Occupational Studies - Practical Nursing
Platt College
Oklahoma City, OK12.2011
Skills
- Crisis management
- Patient assessment
- Team collaboration
- Health management
- Behavioral health support
- Care coordination
- Nursing staff development
- Nursing staff leadership
- Healthcare ethics
- Patient advocacy
Certification
BLS/CPI Certified
References
- Deanna Harless, DNP, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, Assistant Professor at McNeese State University, 337-794-3066, dharless@mcneese.edu
- Noor Weckorly, FNP-C, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, 337-425-4850, noordeeb333@gmail.com
- Hannah James, Critical Care Registered Nurse, Christus Ochsner’s St. Patrick Hospital, 337-496-5221, hcjames421@gmail.com
- Lindsey Doxey, Licensed Practical Nurse, The Carpenter Health Network, 337-794-4670, ardion_lindsey@yahoo.com
Timeline
Registed Nurse
Compass Behavioral Health
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Christus Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital
11.2024 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Lake Charles Memorial Behavioral Health
01.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Homedica
10.2020 - 01.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Avail Hospital
10.2017 - 10.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Christus Home Health
02.2016 - 10.2017
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Herzing University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McNeese State University
Associate of Occupational Studies - Practical Nursing
Platt College
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