Christina Essick
Ozark,MO
Summary
- Compassionate On-Call Registered Nurse with current and unrestricted licensure in state of MO and 28 years of general nursing experience with specialty in pediatrics and hospice. Skilled in pain and symptom management interventions with clinical competence in utilizing nursing process to perform physical and cognitive assessments. Passion for helping patients and families after hours as crucial member of interdisciplinary team to coordinate and deliver quality care and support in urgent and uncertain times.
- Driven, hardworking and veteran Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience.
- Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
- Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- Reliable employee seeking On call Registered Nurse position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
On Call Registered Nurse
Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
Springfield, MO
05.2020 - Current
- Responded to incoming calls from patient, family member or caregiver for after-hours medical services and gathered information to address inquiry or concern and ascertain need to conduct in-person nursing visit.
- Informed, instructed and educated patient, family and caregivers in proper care and verified understanding of follow up instructions.
- Exercised good nursing judgment in addressing symptoms and concerns, re-educating and assessing patient condition to deliver quality patient care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conducted patient admissions and discharges as assigned and completed assessments and reassessments to support care continuum.
- Documented visit notes, treatments and care in consultation with interdisciplinary team to confirm complete and accurate physician orders that covered care and visits provided.
On Call Registered Nurse
Good Shepherd Hospice
Springfield, United States
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Responded to incoming calls from patient, family member or caregiver for after-hours medical services and gathered information to address inquiry or concern and ascertain need to conduct in-person nursing visit.
- Documented visit notes, treatments and care in consultation with interdisciplinary team to confirm complete and accurate physician orders that covered care and visits provided.
- Informed, instructed and educated patient, family and caregivers in proper care and verified understanding of follow up instructions.
- Exercised good nursing judgment in addressing symptoms and concerns, re-educating and assessing patient condition to deliver quality patient care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
School Nurse
Ozark School District
Ozark, MO
10.2006 - 05.2020
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Oversaw health services for school of 650 students and faculty.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Provided medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
School Nurse
Springfield Public Schools Springfield Mo
Springfield, MO
08.1999 - 04.2001
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Oversaw health services for students and faculty.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Provided medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts.
Registered Nurse
HealthTracks Pediatrics
Springfield, MO
02.1996 - 07.1999
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered vaccinations, started IV's, inserted foley catheters
- Triaged over the phone
Registered Nurse
St. Johns Pediatrics/Pediatric ICU
Springfield, MO
05.1994 - 02.1996
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Education
Registered Nurse, Diploma -
St. John's School of Nursing
Springfield, MO05.1994
Pre-requisites For Nursing School -
Drury University
Springfield, MO05.1992
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Springfield, MO05.1991
Skills
- Accurate Documentation
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Care Assessment
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Pain Control
- Electronic Charting
- Compassionate and Caring
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Caregiver and Family Support
- Nurse Collaboration
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Emotional Support
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Delegation and Motivation
- Symptom Management
References
Misty Jackson
8704216620
Melinda Rice
4172346629
Timeline
On Call Registered Nurse
Phoenix Home Care & Hospice
05.2020 - Current
On Call Registered Nurse
Good Shepherd Hospice
08.2018 - 05.2020
School Nurse
Ozark School District
10.2006 - 05.2020
School Nurse
Springfield Public Schools Springfield Mo
08.1999 - 04.2001
Registered Nurse
HealthTracks Pediatrics
02.1996 - 07.1999
Registered Nurse
St. Johns Pediatrics/Pediatric ICU
05.1994 - 02.1996
Registered Nurse, Diploma -
St. John's School of Nursing
Pre-requisites For Nursing School -
Drury University
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School