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Jessica
Claire
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(555) 432-1000,
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Professional Summary

Personable, hands-on and dependable Patient-focused Registered Nurse with 16 years experience in health care. Skilled in providing wound care, and other medical procedures within adult care, strong geriatric background and knowledge in hospital health, resource management, and regulations along with patient and health advocacy. Organized, providing concise attention to detail, with a distinct ability to multi-task, prioritize and effectively collaborate with teams and educating patients and care givers, working within complex environments. Vision of providing care that is individualized, quality based and cost effective, comfortable with palliative care, discussing difficult topics and working with challenging situations to find quality solutions.

Core Qualifications

Microsoft OMedication administration expert

Skilled in conducting physical examinations

Body mechanics knowledge

Talented in minor surgery assistance

Diabetes, Hospice and Stroke Patient Care

Enthusiastic caregiver

Strong medical ethic

culturally sensitive

committed to compliance reporting

  • Medical clinical procedures comprehension
  • Gastroenteral nutrition education
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Wound cleaning/care
  • Broad medical terminology knowledge
  • Geriatric treatment knowledge
  • Vascular care understanding
Education
Curry College Milton, MA Expected in 2006 ā€“ ā€“ Bachelor of Science : Nursing - GPA : Nursing
Experience
State Of Idaho - Registered Nurse
Coolin, ID, 06/2007 -
  • Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.Tested glucose and administered injections.Skillfully performed suture removals for patients. Maintained patient charts and confidential files.Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
State Of Idaho - Registered Nurse
Council, ID, 03/2007 -
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.Maintained patient charts and confidential files.Skillfully performed suture removals for patients.Tested glucose and administered injections.Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.Obtained vitals for a floor of 25 patients per shift.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
State Of Idaho - Registered Nurse
Deary, ID, 07/2014 - 03/2015
  • Managing care for 20 patients (substance abuse, homeless etc.), administering medications, monitoring and reported results Evaluate staffing requirements, patient assignments, admissions and discharges Supervise Nurse Techs/Clinical Nurse I/II, and participate in evaluations, conduct and document thorough assessment of resident's medical status upon admission and throughout course of treatment Provide supervision and orientation as needed to unit nursing staff Perform effective interactions with patients and families, compliance with resident's rights policies.

Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's. Providing education, treatments, IV therapy, veni-puncture and wound care.Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnosis, Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Obtained vitals for a floor of 20 patients per shift. Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.Tested glucose and administered injections. Maintained patient charts and confidential files.Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Assisted patients with chronic diagnosis including COPD and asthma.Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients.Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.

State Of Idaho - Registered Nurse
Dubois, ID, 04/2011 - 06/2014
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.Obtained vitals for a floor of 24 patients per shift.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients.Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Beth Israel Lahey Health - Staff Nurse
Winchester, MA, 05/2009 - 08/2010
  • Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.Took vital signs .Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients.Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.Tested glucose and administered injections. Maintained patient charts and confidential files.Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Beth Israel Lahey Health - Staff Nurse
Peabody, MA, 04/2009 - 05/2010
  • Obtained vitals for a floor of 25 patients per shift.Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
State Of Idaho - Registered Nurse
Eagle, ID, 11/2008 - 04/2009
  • Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.
  • Patients diagnosed with an array of different co-morbidities (HTN, DM, CHF, Wound Care, Alzheimer's disease, Cerebrovascular Accidents, GI, and CA), geriatric health issues.
  • Admitted patients to hospitals and discharged patients at end of care back to the community, referred patients to available community services, and nutrition counseling, advised patients on health maintenance/diseases prevention.
Beth Israel Lahey Health - Staff Nurse
Woburn, MA, 09/2007 - 06/2008
  • Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.Administered medications.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.Tested glucose and administered injections.Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
Iora Health - Medical Assistant
Chicago, IL, 1997 - 2007
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.Maintained patient charts and confidential files.Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height. maintained patient records and confidential files Assisted supervisor with establishing staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak demand. Recognition for excellent patient care in The Harvard Gazette, recognized by supervisors and colleagues for outstanding work performance.
Professional Affiliations
Additional Information
  • Licenses: Massachusetts Registered Nurse 2006 - Present
Skills

Diabetes, directing, discharge planning, first aid, Harvard, home health, internal medicine, Team lead, managing, administers medication, Microsoft Office Suite, Word, nursing, nursing home, oncology, patient care, peak, policies, receiving, rehabilitation, staffing, supervision, telephone, Wound Care,great bedside manner,, sigma care and mCkesson, point click care computerized charting, enthusiastic people person, great organizational skills.

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School Attended

  • Curry College

Job Titles Held:

  • Registered Nurse
  • Registered Nurse
  • Registered Nurse
  • Registered Nurse
  • Staff Nurse
  • Staff Nurse
  • Registered Nurse
  • Staff Nurse
  • Medical Assistant

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science

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