Aaron Jones
Kingsport,TN
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience in vascular access, emergency care, and ophthalmology, notably at Holston Valley Medical Center. Expert in ultrasound-guided access and PICC line placement, with a proven track record in improving patient outcomes. Skilled in condition monitoring and fostering multidisciplinary team collaboration. Demonstrates exceptional patient advocacy and education abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN), Vascular Access
Holston Valley Medical Center
Kingsport, TN
01.2021 - Current
- Provide support for patients with intravenous and other vascular access needs in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Perform PICC lines, midlines, and difficult IV insertions, utilizing ultrasound technology.
- Serve as a patient advocate to identify the most appropriate form of access based on patient needs, as well as the length and duration of required therapy.
- Instruct patients on proper self-care techniques at home, following discharge from the hospital.
- Collaborate with doctors to plan post-treatment home care, and prevent return hospitalization.
- Facilitate communication between staff members involved in the care of a patient with a CVAD.
- Provide support to other healthcare professionals regarding the management of central venous access devices.
- Perform sterile technique to insert PICC lines and midlines safely and efficiently.
Registered Nurse (RN), Ophthalmology
AmSurg - Regional Eye Surgery Center
Kingsport, TN
01.2019 - Current
- Provide pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care to ophthalmic patients undergoing procedures, including cataract surgery, glaucoma management, senior eye care, diabetic eye care, eyelid surgery, cornea surgery, dry eye syndrome management, general ophthalmology, and laser procedures.
- Responded quickly to changes in a patient's condition before, during or after a procedure according to established protocols.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Assisted with patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Assisted in preparing patients for discharge by providing education about follow-up care instructions.
Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency/Trauma
Bristol Regional Medical Center
Bristol, TN
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Provide nursing care to all levels of Trauma Unit patients, handling multiple medical emergencies, and performing lifesaving interventions as part of the multidisciplinary team.
- Assess and triage patients based on acuity, providing necessary and prescribed treatments for stabilization.
- Mentor a range of student nurses and new hires, educating and guiding them in both clinical skills and workplace competencies.
- Built trust and a working rapport with staff, patients, and family members to enable effective communication of instructions and other information pertaining to the patients' well-being and care.
- Assist with moderate sedation, maintaining patient stabilization throughout, and post-procedure.
- Provide care to race fans as part of the Medical Care Center team at Bristol Motor Speedway events.
Nurse Internship/Externship, Emergency/ICU
Bristol Regional Medical Center
Bristol, TN
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Worked alongside multidisciplinary staff to provide appropriate patient care.
Patient Care Technician, Ortho/Neuro/Trauma
Holston Valley Medical Center
Kingsport, TN
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Provided post-surgical and assistive care to ortho, neuro, and trauma patients as part of the W2 patient care team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN01.2014
High School Diploma -
Tennessee High School
Bristol, TN01.2008
Skills
- Peripheral IV insertion
- Ultrasound-guided Access
- Central line management
- PICC line placement
- Ultrasound guidance
- Sterile technique
- Condition monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN), Vascular Access
Holston Valley Medical Center
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse (RN), Ophthalmology
AmSurg - Regional Eye Surgery Center
01.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency/Trauma
Bristol Regional Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2019
Nurse Internship/Externship, Emergency/ICU
Bristol Regional Medical Center
01.2014 - 12.2014
Patient Care Technician, Ortho/Neuro/Trauma
Holston Valley Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Tennessee State University
High School Diploma -
Tennessee High School
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