Christina Jarrard
The Colony,TX
Summary
Accomplished ER Registered Nurse with strong expertise in rapid patient assessment, clinical decision-making, and prioritization of care in high-acuity environments. Skilled in identifying emergent conditions, providing clear patient education, and determining appropriate dispositions. Seeking to transition these triage and communication skills into a remote telehealth triage role.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ER Registered Nurse
Texas Health Resources Presbyterian Hospital
Plano, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Plan, prioritize and provide nursing care by applying advanced clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients.
- Manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail under pressure during busy shifts in the ER department.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues across departments, fostering a positive work environment that enhances overall patient care.
- Observe and record signs, symptoms, behaviors and physiological status of patients.
- Completed detailed charting of patient histories, assessments, medications, and procedures using EPIC EMR to ensure continuity of care.
- Provide emotional support for patients and families, building trust and rapport during challenging situations.
Elderly Caregiver
Nurse Next Door Senior Home Care Services
Plano, TX
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Cleaned houses, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and toileting.
- Ensured patients were up to date on their medications, assisted with medicine organization, and administration if needed.
Server
Olive Garden
Frisco, TX
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Store Manager
Honu Coffee
Newhall, CA
06.2017 - 12.2020
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Education
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
West Coast University
Richardson, TX04.2023
Skills
- Clinical assessment skills
- Accurate and efficient charting
- Patient evaluation
- Intravenous (IV) therapy
- Cardiac surveillance
- Electronic medical record navigation
- Clinical terminology knowledge
- Trauma care nursing
- Patient discharge strategy
- Patient vital sign tracking
- Team collaboration
- Medication administration
- Time prioritization
- Analytical skills
- Empathetic support
- Effective communication
Certification
BSN
BLS American Heart Association
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Timeline
ER Registered Nurse
Texas Health Resources Presbyterian Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Elderly Caregiver
Nurse Next Door Senior Home Care Services
07.2022 - 02.2023
Server
Olive Garden
02.2021 - 02.2022
Store Manager
Honu Coffee
06.2017 - 12.2020
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
West Coast University