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Carolyn Jackson

Vacaville,CA

Summary

Compassionate nurse with 18 years of comprehensive experience of in applying the nursing process functions of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide continuous care to acute inpatient and subacute clinical setting setting. Determined and understanding professional with proficient verbal and written communication abilities. Committed to providing all patient populations with quality care and support to help improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Skilled in directing, coordinating and supervising patient care activities, and administering medication and treatment regimens to hospital patients.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, StepDown -Telemtry

Kaiser Foundation Hospital
02.2021 - Current


  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic and tests such as x-rays, ultrasounds and stress tests to manage patient care.
  • Communicated with primary care physicians to discuss and determine admission and discharge plans for patients.
  • Effectively communicated with physicians and floor nurses to anticipate patient needs and facilitate order fulfillment.
  • Assessed and supervised vital changes in patient condition by monitoring vital signs and symptoms.
  • Counseled and educated patients and family members on self-care skills, disease prevention and health promotion.
  • Identified quality improvement issues regarding patient care and nursing practice standards to develop and implement quality improvement programs.

Registered Nurse, Stepdown -Telemetry

St. Joseph Health Care Systems
03.2013 - 03.2019
  • Educated patients on diagnoses, treatments and medications and discharge care
  • Promoted health by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
  • Determined and prescribed medication, dosages and schedule given patient's condition and allergies.
  • Performed complete or partial physical assessments and standardized tests to evaluate conditions and responses.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Registered Nurse, StepDown Unit

Alameda Health System Highland Hospital
06.2012 - 07.2015


  • Monitored treatment regimens to determine efficacy and adjusted according to results achieved.
  • Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet HIPAA guidelines and statutes for data security.
  • Maintained accurate and thorough patient charts in accordance with legal and clinical standards.
  • Established and maintained relationships with specialists to support patient referrals.
  • Interviewed patients about symptoms and conducted thorough nursing physical examinations.
  • Utilized mobile, tablet and laptop technology to inform and educate patients about medical conditions.
  • Evaluated nursing notes to confirm accuracy of care provided and patient responses.
  • Administered medications, explaining side effects and possible adverse reactions to keep patients informed and alert to potential issues

Registered Nurse , Stroke/Neurovacular Unit

Spaulding Rehabilitaion Hospital
07.2005 - 06.2007
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

Education

Master of Science - Adult - Gerentology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
06.2024

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
02.2021

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Massachusetts Bay Community College
Wellesley Hills, MA
05.2005

Skills

  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Clinical-Bench Marking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Good Clinical Judgement
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills
  • Cardiac Monitoring
  • First Aid/CPR & ACLs
  • Cerner, Epic, & MediTech Charting System

Affiliations

American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Student Member

American Association of Critical Care Nurses, Active Member

Association of Nurses in AIDS Care, Active Member

Timeline

Registered Nurse, StepDown -Telemtry

Kaiser Foundation Hospital
02.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse, Stepdown -Telemetry

St. Joseph Health Care Systems
03.2013 - 03.2019

Registered Nurse, StepDown Unit

Alameda Health System Highland Hospital
06.2012 - 07.2015

Registered Nurse , Stroke/Neurovacular Unit

Spaulding Rehabilitaion Hospital
07.2005 - 06.2007

Master of Science - Adult - Gerentology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Grand Canyon University

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

Grand Canyon University

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Massachusetts Bay Community College

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