Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Shared Governance
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Damaris Jackson

Huntsville

Summary

Dynamic healthcare professional with a strong foundation in nursing fundamentals, medical terminology, and anatomy. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while delivering calm emergency responses and maintaining exceptional organizational skills. Committed to a service-oriented approach, demonstrating adaptability and a robust work ethic that drives the pursuit of new challenges. Equipped with excellent technical abilities and effective time management skills, ready to leverage education and training in the workplace.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Huntsville Hospital For Women & Children
02.2024 - Current
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Southern Health Partners. Inc
12.2024 - Current
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
  • Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Huntsville Hospital Women's and Childrens
05.2024 - 02.2025
  • Facilitated a smooth transition from labor and delivery to the mother-baby unit, ensuring continuity of care for both mother and infant.
  • Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and personalized care to mothers and babies during postpartum recovery.
  • Promoted family bonding by supporting skin-to-skin contact between mothers and newborns immediately after birth.
  • Assisted with newborn assessments including Apgar scoring, weight measurements, hearing screenings, and identification of potential health issues requiring further intervention or referral to specialists.

Student Nurse

Huntsville Hospital Women's and Childrens
07.2021 - 05.2024
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
  • Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.

Education

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - NURSING

Calhoun Community College
Huntsville, AL
12-2024

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - undefined

Calhoun Community College
Huntsville, AL
05.2024

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined

Lee High School
Huntsville, AL
05.2016

Skills

  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Documentation
  • Blood Draws
  • Specimen Processing
  • Vaccination Administration
  • Postpartum Care Education
  • Breastfeeding Support
  • Labor and Delivery Support
  • Emotional Support
  • Fetal monitoring
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Electronic fetal heart rate interpretation
  • Neonatal resuscitation (NRP)
  • Prison protocols
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • CPR certification
  • Wound care

Shared Governance

Having shared decision-making between the laboring bedside nurses and nurse leaders on topics on how to help improve the safety of our staff and patients

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Southern Health Partners. Inc
12.2024 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Huntsville Hospital Women's and Childrens
05.2024 - 02.2025

Registered Nurse

Huntsville Hospital For Women & Children
02.2024 - Current

Student Nurse

Huntsville Hospital Women's and Childrens
07.2021 - 05.2024

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - undefined

Calhoun Community College

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined

Lee High School

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - NURSING

Calhoun Community College

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