Staff Nurse resume example with 6+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
H: (555) 432-1000
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Professional Summary
Experienced, licensed practical Nurse, with strong clinical, and interpersonal skills. Experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Self dedicated, strong work ethics, self reliable, and punctual. Excellent organization and prioritizing skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Nurse, Expected in - Univeristy of Holy Cross - New Orleans, LA, GPA:
Currently Enrolled
Licensed Practical Nurse : , Expected in 2009 - Nunez Community College - Chalmette, LA GPA:
Certificate in Biotechnology: , Expected in 2003 - Nunez Community College - Chalmette, LA GPA:
Work History
Staff Nurse, 06/2021 - Current Methodist Health System – Waxahachie, TX,
Responsible for nursing care of 29 patients daily on long term nursing unit. 15 patients on step down/rehab unit
Identified learning needs of patients and families. Responded with advocacy and health education.
Performed nasal swab testing for Covid-19, administered covid 19 vaccinations, set up and adhered to Covid 19 isolation protocols
Administered medications via orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously, transdermal, peg tub, inhalation etc. Monitored responses to medications
Started IV, administered fluids as ordered
Insertion and removal of foley and intermittent catheters
monitor and drain chest tube
Obtained vital signs and accuchecks daily
Collected urine and blood specimens for lab
Obtained and read lab results, notified provider as needed
Tracheotomy care, Peg tube care with Bolus/continuous peg tube feedings
Administered and monitored oxygen, C-pap and Bi-pap therapy
assessed and managed care of colostomy
Managed patients recovering from medical injuries and/or surgical procedures such as hip replacements, subdural hematomas, craniotomies, fractures r/t falls, sepsis, long-term IV antibiotic therapy, colon resections, various cancers at various stages etc
Performed basic wound care when needed
Conducted patient health assessments upon admission
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Skilled "lookback" assessments, chart notes using PointClickCare EMR
Attend in-service classes to stay updated on latest medical treatments and procedures to better serve our patients.
Oriented and mentored newly licensed nurses and LPN nursing students
Supervised and delegated to 4 nursing aides daily.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Completed physical assessment, gathered medical history on new inmates upon Intake
Monitored and managed daily log on inmates who were placed on suicide or medical watch
Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds, drug overdoses and other injuries.
Performed tasks and managed 250+ inmates daily including juveniles, and geriatrics
Used CO-EMR to schedule and manage patient appointments, and task
Used City tele coin via computer and kiosk to communicate with inmates
Used Tele Med software and zoom to conduct inmate medical and mental health appointments with providers through web cam
Monitored Infection Control and Critical Incidents. Administered PPD, TB skin test upon intake, scheduled annual PPD testing as well as chest x-rays
Ordered and read lab tests, x-rays, and EKGs
Administered medications via orally, transdermal, intramuscular, subcutaneous etc.
Monitored accuchecks daily
Performed wound care on both superficial and deep tissue wounds.
Performed Urine analysis with testing stripes
Removed sutures and staples per orders
Assisted in diagnostics and treatment for patients with HIV, HCV, and other STI
Utilized COWS & CIWA evaluations
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
Administered vaccines for MMR, Pneumonia, Influenza, Hepatitis, Covid 19 etc.
Delegated tasks and provided leadership for 4 nurses and support personnel
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions within prison walls
Performed nasal swab testing for Covid 19, followed CDC recommendations and protocols
Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists
Conducted daily nursing clinic, approximately 60 inmates with various needs
Notified physician or NP for orders as needed
Assisted with physician and mental health clinic via webcam.
Treated many patients with drug addiction and mental health diagnosis
Sole nurse for entire facility when working night shift
Quickly responded to and managed code blue situations on a daily basis. Many code blues consisted of injuries due to physical altercations, drug overdoses, suicide attempts, seizures, severe withdrawal from drugs or alcohol
Clinical/Nurse Liaison, 01/2014 - 07/2015 Saint Catherine Memorial Long Term Care Facility – City, STATE,
Effectively served as primary liaison, forging relationships with doctors, case mangers, social workers and other staff members of facilities in New Orleans, metro area providing healthcare
Strategically planned methods to achieve operational goals and targets
Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served
Promoted growth for medical care business through networking, telecommunications, marketing, market research, community outreach
Scheduled and hosted in-services to promote business
Held weekly marketing meetings to bring community feedback to staff
Verified health insurance coverage for patients
Negotiated with Medicaid to increase payment for services
Increased occupancy by 50%
Completed pre-admission assessments on patients prior to admission
Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability
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