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Jessica
Claire
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(555) 432-1000,
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Summary

Compassionate and highly competent Staff Registered Nurse with 30 years of nursing experience. Dedicated to providing high-quality patient care with focus on safety and using evidence-based practices to improve treatment outcomes. Highly organized and proactive in maximizing patient safety and maintaining strict patient confidentiality. Skilled in quickly building connections with patients, advocating for patient needs to build trust and rapport in stressful situations.

Skills
  • Clinical leadership and supervision
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Point-Click-Cerner EMR
  • EPIC EMR
  • Wound care
  • HIPAA and confidentiality
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Geriatric treatment knowledge
  • Ventilator care
  • Diabetes management
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Excellent computer skills including Excel and Outlook
  • Prior Commissioner for the City of Farmington/Farmington Hills Emergency Preparedness
  • Participated in Southwestern Michigan's Emergency Drill in 2002
  • Trained with City of Walled Lake Emergency Response Team
Education and Training
Oakland University Rochester, MI Expected in 04/2016 ā€“ ā€“ Bachelor of Science : Nursing - GPA :
Schoolcraft College Livonia, MI Expected in 05/1992 ā€“ ā€“ Associate of Science : Nursing - GPA :
Experience
Dupage Medical Group - RN Staff Nurse
Warrenville, IL, 12/2003 - 12/2021
  • Coordinated care for critical issues such as cerebral edema and intracranial pressure, hemodynamic instability and spinal injuries.
  • Staff RN and Charge RN, overseeing care for unit patients with 1 to 8 ratio and documented care activities in Epic.
  • Resuscitated and stabilized patients with complex cerebral injuries and disorders.
  • Responded promptly to emergencies such as seizures and strokes to deliver exceptional care.
  • Maintained effective infection control and sterilization standards to protect patients and staff.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care for Infectious diseases such as RSV, Hepatitis, Influenza, Gastroenteritis and Covid 19 to prevent return hospitalization.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Consulted with local and state health departments to report infectious cases.
  • Recognized areas for improved performance to protect employees, patients and visitors from infectious and communicable conditions.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Ascension (System Office) - Wayne State University Physician Group
Pflugerville, TX, 04/2015 - 04/2017
  • Answered incoming patient calls, gathering history and symptoms to determine scope of medical complaints.
  • Rendered telephone advice according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Collected data to represent symptom onset, presenting problem and medical diagnoses.
  • Maintained confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and client facility staff.
  • Analyzed discussed symptoms with established protocols to determine patient acuity. Working with Detroit's STD clinic, providing information on medications and advice for patients with TB, HIV and all STD's.
  • Educated patients relative to health care urgency and community resources available to meet needs.
  • Communicated triage information to primary care team to discuss disposition.
  • Reviewed medical chart and requested appointments, prescriptions and consultations for urgent needs.
  • Documented services discussed and provided details in electronic medical records.
  • Cultivated professional conduct operating under triage nursing care guidelines.
  • Attended educational workshops to maintain current competency and licensure in nursing specialty.
  • Documented symptoms, complaints and issues discussed during calls and actions taken in patient medical records.
  • Answered and responded to incoming calls from patients to assess patient symptoms, determine health status and identify needs.
Catholic Health Initiative - RN Rehab
Logan, IA, 08/2014 - 04/2015
  • Educated patients on how to live with and appropriately manage chronic illnesses and injuries.
  • Taught rehabilitation nursing techniques to help patients develop self-care skills necessary to transition to independent living.
  • Prepared patients for self-management and decision-making responsibilities.
  • Established long and short-term goals for therapeutic services to encourage patient progress.
  • Structured comprehensive individual recovery plans to assist patients suffering from chronic illnesses and long-term disabilities.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Childrens Hospital Of Detroit - NICU RN
City, STATE, 11/1991 - 05/1994
  • Utilized valuable communication skills to deliver information to family members regarding patient treatment, care and medical options.
  • Formulated care plans for every individual neonatal intensive care patient, reviewing on daily basis to determine effectiveness.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
  • Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
  • Administered medications by diverse means and tracked responses.
  • Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Oakland University
  • Schoolcraft College

Job Titles Held:

  • RN Staff Nurse
  • Wayne State University Physician Group
  • RN Rehab
  • NICU RN

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science
  • Associate of Science

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