Erica Jacobs
Pueblo
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pre-Assessment Testing
Common Spirits Saint Mary Corwin
10.2023 - Current
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse, PACU
UC Health Parkview Medical Center
06.2015 - Current
- Assessed and identified individual patient educational needs, removing barriers to learning and supporting comprehensive progress.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Performed flawless autonomous practice consistent with evidence-based standards and patient care considerations.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Clinical Instructor
Pueblo Community College
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
UC Health Parkview Medical Center
06.2015 - 01.2021
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Parkview Medical Center
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Supported pain management through administration of therapeutic massage and prescribed medications.
- Administered nursing care to patients with musculoskeletal disorders and degenerative conditions.
- Educated patients and caregivers on nature of diagnosis and specifics of treatment plans.
- Assisted patients in execution of physical therapy exercises and interventions, providing both physical and motivational support.
- Took patient vital signs, prepared and administered medications at physician direction and monitored patient symptoms and comfortability.
- Supported physician diagnosis by communicating with patients regarding symptoms, medical histories and notable events relating to ailments.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- 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.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
OB Technician
UC Health Parkview Medical Center
01.2011 - 06.2014
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.
- Participated in hospital and clinic staff meetings to discuss patient care.
- Advised patients and families on health topics pertinent to care and treatment.
- Educated patients and caregivers on proper ways to use breathing apparatuses at home.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Maintained confidentiality when interacting with patients, families and others Assisted licensed personnel as needed, within the standards of the OB unit Under the direction of the RN/Physicians/Midwifes Performs tasks as needed Assisted during vaginal deliveries Properly uses selected equipment and monitors Set up sterile equipment for delivery Prepared labor room and post partum rooms for patient occupancy, and assists with clean up Washed instruments and packages them for sterilization
Certified Nurse Aide
UC Health Parkview Medical Center
02.2008 - 01.2011
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2021
Skills
- Chart updating
- Precepting
- IV management
- Health screening
- Culturally sensitive
- High level of autonomy
- Patient monitoring
- Patient education and counseling
- Emotional intelligence
- Family and patient support
- Managing deadlines
- Patient consultation
- Medical consultation
- Intake and discharge
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Family education
- Clinical information system management
- Professional bedside manner
- Strong medical ethic
- Direct and indirect patient care
- Patient management
- Data collection
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pre-Assessment Testing
Common Spirits Saint Mary Corwin
10.2023 - Current
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Clinical Instructor
Pueblo Community College
01.2022 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse, PACU
UC Health Parkview Medical Center
06.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
UC Health Parkview Medical Center
06.2015 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Parkview Medical Center
06.2014 - 06.2015
OB Technician
UC Health Parkview Medical Center
01.2011 - 06.2014
Certified Nurse Aide
UC Health Parkview Medical Center
02.2008 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Western Governors University
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