Elisha Jackson
Rochester
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Commitment to confidentiality of information at all times.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse II
Rochester Psychiatric Center
11.2025 - Current
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to protocols and improving patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Conducted health assessments and monitored vital signs, documenting changes in condition accurately.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, fostering understanding and engagement in care processes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse
Talavera @ CDS Monarch
02.2022 - 07.2025
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results and reporting to medical provider
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and streamline processes.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on best practices and clinical procedures.
- Developed training materials for staff development programs, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and reporting any changes to medical provider.
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Psychiatric Center
11.2021 - 12.2024
- Provided psychological and emotional support to patients and their family
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results and reporting to medical provider
- Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and reporting any changes to medical.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Administered medication and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and coping strategies for recovery.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Evaluated patient progress through regular assessments, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal recovery.
Registered Nurse/Supervision/Asst Manager
The Highland Living Center
11.2019 - 02.2021
- Provided psychological and emotional support to patients and their family
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results and reporting to medical provider
- Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and reporting any changes to medical provider.
- Manage and coordinate nurse schedule and assign patients to nurse/CNA
- Maintain quality assurance of nursing documentation and client records.
- Educate and train new nurses
- Ensure compliance with nursing policies and procedures
LPN Field Nurse
Career Start
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients.
- Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans based on patient needs.
- Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
LPN
Woodward Health at Anthony Jordan
09.2014 - 01.2018
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
- Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and health status information.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline communication and enhance patient care services.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Education
BSN - Nursing
Roberts Wesleyan College
Rochester, NY05.2021
RN - Nursing
Finger Lakes Health College of Nursing
Geneva, NY12.2019
LPN - Nursing
Genesee Valley BOCES - LPN PROGRAM
Batavia, NY12.2007
Skills
- EKG's, injections, safety, triage Patient assessments Supervision Physical assessments
- Assistant Manager Collecting vitals Removing sutures Tracheostomy care Preventative health Lab result interpretation
- Medication administration Administering immunizations Care Plans Medication distribution
- Intravenous therapy, elysis therapy Foley catheters Chronic disease management Vaccine administration Performing EKGs
- Venipuncture
- Patient Care
- Nursing
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
Timeline
Registered Nurse II
Rochester Psychiatric Center
11.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Talavera @ CDS Monarch
02.2022 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Psychiatric Center
11.2021 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse/Supervision/Asst Manager
The Highland Living Center
11.2019 - 02.2021
LPN Field Nurse
Career Start
01.2018 - 08.2019
LPN
Woodward Health at Anthony Jordan
09.2014 - 01.2018
RN - Nursing
Finger Lakes Health College of Nursing
LPN - Nursing
Genesee Valley BOCES - LPN PROGRAM
BSN - Nursing
Roberts Wesleyan College