Laura Jones
Forest Lake
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with over 17 years of experience in emergency, perioperative, and PACU settings. Skilled in complex problem-solving and emotional intelligence, contributing to successful patient outcomes through collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, ED, Periop, PACU
Fairview Health Services
Wyoming, MN
01.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options to promote understanding and compliance.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Worked as preceptor to nursing students and on-boarding of new staff. Worked in charge nurse capacity while working in ED.
Travel Nurse: Cardiac Surgical ICU-Step Down
Jackson Nurse Professionals
Sanford Hospital, Fargo, North Dakota
10.2016 - 01.2017
- Delivered high-quality patient care in diverse clinical settings, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Adapted quickly to new environments and protocols, facilitating seamless transitions between assignments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans and improve outcomes.
- Utilized strong assessment skills in identifying early warning signs of complications or deterioration in patients' conditions, allowing for prompt interventions when necessary.
- Cared for Post-Open Heart, Thoracotomy, and other cardiac surgical patients on step-down ICU.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
RN, Cardiac Telemetry PCU
Allina Mercy Hospital, Unity Campus
Fridley, MN
08.2011 - 09.2016
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, enhancing understanding and compliance with healthcare plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, leading to timely interventions and improved care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Acted as mentor and preceptor to nursing students and new staff. Worked as charge nurse, in addition to floor nursing.
Education
No Degree - Pre-Nursing
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WIBachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI12-2008
High School Diploma -
Stillwater High School
Stillwater, MN06-2004
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Telemetry monitoring
- ACLS & PALS Certified, BLS
- Precepting
- EMR / EHR: EPIC
- High level of autonomy
- Emotional intelligence
- Acute care expertise
- Patient education and counseling
- Complex Problem-solving
- Intake and discharge
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ED, Periop, PACU
Fairview Health Services
01.2017 - Current
Travel Nurse: Cardiac Surgical ICU-Step Down
Jackson Nurse Professionals
10.2016 - 01.2017
RN, Cardiac Telemetry PCU
Allina Mercy Hospital, Unity Campus
08.2011 - 09.2016
No Degree - Pre-Nursing
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
High School Diploma -
Stillwater High School
Clinical Needs
Seeking NP, PA, or MD preceptor (Ten Weeks, 160 hours/160 Encounters Starting:
- August 26, 2026: Primary Care Across the Lifespan
- November 11, 2026 Primary Care Women's Health
- February 3,2027: Primary Care of Children and Adolescents
- April 21, 2027: Specialty FNP Rotation