Jessica Stowers
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mechanicsville,VA
Summary
Proficient and caring Nursing team member offering over two years of patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
LPN/IV Nurse
VLPP
Richmond, VA, United States
01.2020 - Current
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Collaborated with care team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in EHR to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided excellent patient education on family planning services
- Excelled in trauma-informed care
- Prioritized patient advocacy and patient-centered care
Shift Supervisor/Server
Origin Beer Lab
Ashland, VA
10.2017 - 12.2020
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals
- Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages
- Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions such as trivia nights to bring in new customers
- Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas fresh and clean
Home Health Aide
Covenant Home Care
Ashland, Mechanicsville, VA
12.2016 - 10.2017
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress
- Delivered assistance to elderly clients in daily activities including bathing, dressing, physical transfers and care for incontinence
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships
- Traveled to clients' homes to provide healthcare services and promote continuity of care
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheel-chairs by providing consistent support
- Provided patients with assistance in completing such tasks as transportation to appointments and household repairs, effectively reducing daily burden on family members
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
Patient Care Technician
St. Mary's Health Care System
Richmond, VA
04.2015 - 12.2016
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to Registered Nurse
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings and taking classes in subjects to improve phlebotomy
- Provided care for patients based on physical, psychological, educational and safety criteria
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort level
Education
Certificate : Practical Nursing - Nursing
ECPI University
Richmond, VA 10.2018 - 02.2020
Certificate : Nurse Aid -
Virginia School For Nurse Aides
Richmond, VA 01.2015 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Hanover High School
Mechanicsville, VA 09.2009 - 06.2012
Skills
Sonography
Phlebotomy
Trauma Informed Care
EMR/EHR
Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
Creative Problem Solving
Excellent Communication Skills
Accomplishments
- Member of Partnership Excellence Group
- Dean's List Fall, Spring, and Summer Semester of 2019
- Awarded ”Dependable,” and “Hardworking,” student badges Graduating with 3.87.
Certification
ACLS 07/2021-07/2023
Timeline
LPN/IV Nurse
VLPP
01.2020 - Current
Certificate : Practical Nursing - Nursing
ECPI University
10.2018 - 02.2020
Shift Supervisor/Server
Origin Beer Lab
10.2017 - 12.2020
Home Health Aide
Covenant Home Care
12.2016 - 10.2017
Patient Care Technician
St. Mary's Health Care System
04.2015 - 12.2016
Certificate : Nurse Aid -
Virginia School For Nurse Aides
01.2015 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Hanover High School
09.2009 - 06.2012