Jaylynn Eliassaint
Augusta
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessments, education, and clinical judgment. Committed to developing individualized care plans that enhance patient outcomes and ensure safety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Neuro PCU
Piedmont Hospital
Augusta, GA
03.2026 - 05.2026
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Managed the continuity of care for neurological patients by arranging specialized durable medical equipment (DME), home health therapies, and neuro-outpatient follow-ups.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Assisted in the implementation of infection control protocols to enhance patient safety.
- Applied clinical judgment to assess high-acuity neuro patients (e.g., stroke, post-craniotomy, TBI), ensuring alignment with PCU status and medical necessity criteria.
- Reviewed continuous neurological monitoring data and NIH Stroke Scale scores to justify the necessity of progressive care hospital stay.
- Documented patient assessments and treatments accurately in electronic health records.
- Assisted in the coordination of patient admissions, discharges, and transfers within the unit.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions and health management strategies.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes in patients' conditions for timely intervention.
- 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.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with the team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
School Nurse
Houston ISD
Houston TX
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Administered first aid and medical care to students, ensuring prompt treatment of injuries and illnesses.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to develop individualized healthcare plans for students with chronic conditions.
- Conducted health screenings, monitoring student growth and identifying potential health issues early.
- Educated students on nutrition, hygiene, and wellness, promoting healthy lifestyle choices within the school community.
- Maintained accurate health records and documentation, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
- Developed emergency response protocols for medical situations, enhancing safety procedures across the school environment.
- Provided training to staff on recognizing student health concerns and implementing appropriate interventions effectively.
- Monitored immunization compliance among students, facilitating necessary vaccinations in accordance with state guidelines.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Streamlined documentation processes for maintaining accurate student health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Oversaw health services for the school of 850 students and faculty.
- Served as a resource for faculty and staff by providing training on first aid, CPR, and other health-related topics.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by serving as an advocate for student health and wellness, empowering them to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Facilitated early detection of health issues by conducting routine screenings for vision, hearing, scoliosis, among others.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies or critical incidents at school events or activities outside of normal hours when necessary.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in healthcare delivery to continuously improve the quality of nursing services provided in the school setting.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Improved overall student health by implementing comprehensive health education programs and preventive measures.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collaborated with teachers to address diverse learning styles while designing inclusive classroom accommodations for students with chronic illnesses or disabilities.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Team Select
Houston, TX
08.2023 - 01.2026
- Administered medications and treatments according to individualized care plans for pediatric patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Developed and maintained trusting relationships with patients and families to enhance comfort levels.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery for children with complex needs.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in pediatric home health care.
- Assisted in developing individualized care strategies based on patient needs.
- Managed comprehensive home health care plans for medically fragile pediatric patients requiring ventilator dependency, tracheostomies, and enteral nutrition (G-tubes).
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety at home.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans for optimal recovery.
- Served as a trusted resource for patients and their families by providing expert advice on pediatric health matters and addressing concerns promptly.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families through effective listening skills combined with consistent followup.
- Mentored new hires in pediatric home health nursing best practices, contributing to overall team success and quality of care provided.
- Documented clinical findings accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records, ensuring seamless information exchange among healthcare providers.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, organized treatment space.
- Enhanced family satisfaction with personalized, compassionate nursing care for pediatric patients.
- Communicated with patients and family members, providing detailed information regarding care and medications.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support, guidance, and resources tailored to their specific needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive pediatric health care services in a home setting.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each child''s unique needs.
- Provided skilled nursing interventions, closely monitoring patients'' vital signs and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
- Tracked patients' progress through careful reporting and documentation at each visit.
- Educated families on disease management strategies, empowering them to take an active role in their child''s health and wellbeing.
- Identified health issues while at home care visits and contacted patient's physician to discuss best method for resolution.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments to maintain optimal patient health and recovery.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
Registered Nurse Field Case Manager
At Home Quality Care
Houston, TX
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Monitored and documented patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to enhance patient wellness and prevent hospital readmissions.
- Completed comprehensive OASIS intake assessments to establish baseline clinical data, determine eligibility, and develop individualized, goal-directed plans of care.
- Utilized OASIS data to forecast patient needs, allocate nursing/therapy visits, and justify the medical necessity of home health services to insurance payers.
- Managed complex wound care protocols, evaluating healing trajectories to adjust care plans and prevent acute hospital readmissions.
- Conducted rigorous physical, cognitive, and environmental head-to-toe assessments to complete highly regulated OASIS data sets, establishing baseline clinical eligibility.
- Monitored surgical sites and chronic ulcers for signs of infection, proactively adjusting care plans and collaborating with physicians to prevent acute hospital readmissions.
- Managed a caseload of diverse patients with various diagnoses while maintaining accurate documentation in electronic medical records systems.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by providing ongoing education and support.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care plans as needed to optimize results.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Performed complete medication turn-and-reconcile reviews during admission to identify therapeutic duplications, contraindications, or compliance barriers.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Houston Behavioral Health Hospital
Houston Tx
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to identify patient needs and inform treatment strategies.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Streamlined documentation processes to enhance record accuracy and improve communication among healthcare providers.
- Performed complete medication turn-and-reconcile reviews during admission to identify therapeutic duplications, contraindications, or compliance barriers.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing tailored nursing care plans for individuals with psychiatric disorders.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for diverse populations addressing issues such as coping skills, anger management, substance abuse recovery, and relapse prevention.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff, providing guidance in the application of evidence-based practices in the psychiatric setting.
- Optimized clinical decision-making by conducting thorough psychosocial assessments upon admission
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to manage acute psychiatric crises and promote stabilization.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies to foster understanding and support.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments to evaluate patient needs and determine appropriate interventions.
- Managed insurance verification and prior authorizations, preventing delays in psychiatric treatment.
- Completed and processed Memorandums of Transfer (MOT) for efficient patient movement between acute care facilities.
- Conducted fast, accurate psychiatric intake assessments to assign appropriate levels of care.
- Minimized insurance denials by auditing clinical documentation for accurate, evidence-based data.
- Gathered detailed patient histories and vital medical information during initial psychiatric evaluations.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2024
High School Diploma -
Victoria West High School
Victoria, TX05.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Victoria College
Victoria, TX05.2021
Associate of Applied Science -
Victoria College
Victoria, TX12.2018
Skills
- Licensed RN
- Medication delivery
- Direct patient care
- Care planning
- Patient assessment
- Patient evaluation
- Patient care
- Patient monitoring
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Medication distribution
- Vaccine administration
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient discharge
- Taking vitals
- Collecting vitals
- Physical assessments
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Lab result interpretation
- Emergency response
- Vital signs collection
- Complex Problem-solving
- Documentation and charting
- Chart updating
- Data collection
- Team coordination
- EMR systems
- Electronic health records
- EPIC use
- OASIS use
- CubHub, use
- Kantime use
- Availity,Waystar, TMHP use
- Setting up referrals
- Appointment scheduling
- Intake and discharge
- Triaging
- Patient education and counseling
- Diabetes education
- Insulin medication assistance
- Family education
- Mental health nursing
- Seizure management
- Patient and family advocacy
- Maintaining privacy
- Professional bedside manner
- Compassion and empathy
- Strong clinical judgment
- Home care
- Chart updating
- HIPAA education
- Microsoft Office & Teams, Adobe, Excel, Zoom use
- Team coordination
Certification
- BLS & Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS
- Vision/Hearing/Screening/ AN screening Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse Neuro PCU
Piedmont Hospital
03.2026 - 05.2026
School Nurse
Houston ISD
09.2025 - 01.2026
Registered Nurse Field Case Manager
At Home Quality Care
01.2025 - 04.2025
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Team Select
08.2023 - 01.2026
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Houston Behavioral Health Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
High School Diploma -
Victoria West High School
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Victoria College
Associate of Applied Science -
Victoria College
BLS
Basic Life Support expires in 2027.