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Jessica Claire
  • Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
  • Home: (555) 432-1000
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Professional Summary

Professionally trained, enthusiastic and compassionate registered nurse with many years of experience in nursing ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Excellent people skills and dedicated work ethic, with a strong reputation for achieving high levels of patient care satisfaction.

Licenses

RN/LVN LICENSES


CPR certified through American Heart Association


Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification


ACLS

Skill Highlights

Health and wellness expertise Laparasopic procedures, familiarity Neonatal and maternity specialist, BAC screening/drug screen collection, Urology specialist, Dermatology training Medication, administration expert. Enthusiastic caregiver Skilled in conducting physical examinations. Talented in minor surgery assistance. Pediatric exams competency. Vascular care understanding Skilled, cardiac care nurse. Compassionate STD care and counselor Geriatric treatment, knowledge Psych and mental health care proficiency. Broad medical terminology knowledge. Committed to compliance reporting Bi-lingual in English and SpanishDiagnostic tools experience Culturally sensitive Strong medical ethic Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification Computerized charting specialist Enthusiastic caregiver Diabetes, Hospice and Stroke Patient Care Familiarity with disease management programs. Trained in in- and out-patient care. Wound cleaning/care expertise. Infection control standards, expert Flow sheet charting. Acute and rehabilitative care. Newborn education IV drug therapy management. Mobility assistance. Colostomy care familiarity. Gastroenteral nutrition education. Body mechanics, knowledge Medical clinical procedures, comprehension Specimen collection/processing proficiency Sterilization techniques mastery. Wound care specialist OR and ER experience

Professional Experience
RN ICU, 11/2014 to Current
Common SpiritSilverdale, WA,

Administered IV therapy and treadmill stress tests and ran nerve conduction tests in cardiac unit.Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit.Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines.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.Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients.Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.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.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.Partnered with team of Registered Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients.Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.

LVN, 10/2013 to Current
Scripps HealthDel Mar, CA,
  • Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
  • Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community.
  • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit.
  • 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.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses 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.
  • 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.
  • Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • 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 of all ages.
  • Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
LVN, 08/2011 to 07/2013
Scripps HealthVista, CA,
  • Provide daily nursing care to assigned patients.
  • Obtained orders from physicians.
  • Administered ordered medications to assigned patients including IV and parenteral therapies.
  • Monitored reactions to ordered medications and therapies and report to physicians.
  • Performed ordered wound treatments.
  • Assisted patients with daily functions.
  • Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
  • Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
  • Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.
  • Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
CHARGE NURSE, 02/2009 to 07/2013
Chestnut Knoll Personal Care And Memory CareBoyertown, PA,
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • Supervised assigned staff and ensure proper delivery of care to residents.
  • Assessed daily nursing needs of assigned residents.
  • Oversaw and managed number clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Administered daily ordered medications to residents.
  • Monitored and assessed for any reactions to ordered medications.
  • Report to physicians any findings about residents.
  • Obtained orders from physicians.
  • Self-directed with astute judgment skills.
  • High level of personal accountability.
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
  • Performed lab tests and communicated results.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • Provided care for patients diagnosed with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.
  • Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
  • Ensured implementation of nursing care plans.
  • Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
  • Delegated staff nurse duties.
  • Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.
  • Trained new staff on quality control procedures.
  • Followed infection control procedures.
  • Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
  • Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.
  • Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
  • Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.
  • Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared for lab submission.
  • Scheduled patient admissions and discharges.
  • Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
Education and Training
Associate of Science: NURSING, Expected in 1 2006
FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY - BOCA RATON, FLORIDA
GPA:
Bachelor of Science: NURSING, Expected in
UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE TAMULIPAS - REYNOSA, TAMAULIPAS
GPA:
: NURSING, Expected in
Columbus college - Ft Lauderdale, FL
GPA:
Skills

CPR certified, decision-making, ACLS certified, delivery,medical terminology, mental health, nursing, personnel, policies, processes, protocols, quality control, Quality Assurance, rapport, reporting, safety.

Additional Information
  • ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CERTIFICATIONS: Registered nurse/ Licensed Nurse in State. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification.

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School Attended

  • FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY
  • UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE TAMULIPAS
  • Columbus college

Job Titles Held:

  • RN ICU
  • LVN
  • LVN
  • CHARGE NURSE

Degrees

  • Associate of Science
  • Bachelor of Science

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