Grainne Jensen
Fox Point,WI
Summary
With a proven track record at Our Lady's Hospital for Sick Children, I excel in patient care coordination and critical thinking, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. My leadership in developing nursing protocols and commitment to interprofessional collaboration have fostered a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in patient care. Registered Nurse with 23 years of experience in direct patient care and nursing management positions in hospital settings. Experience spans across behavioral and mental health, ICU, CCU, and med-surgical environments. Passionate about providing programs and services in support of growth and healing for patients with mental health issues. Active listener with direct communication style and compassionate, non-judgmental approach to build patient trust and rapport. Outside-the-box thinker with strong crisis resolution skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Specialist Pediatric Nephrology
Our Ladys Hospital For Sick Children
11.2004 - 08.2017
- Mentored nursing staff through professional development opportunities, enhancing their skill sets and competencies.
- Maintained professional development by attending relevant conferences, workshops, and seminars, staying informed on emerging trends and best practices within the nursing field.
- Served as a clinical expert resource for fellow nurses, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on ongoing learning and growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care and improve patient satisfaction.
- Established effective communication channels between nurses, physicians, and other team members, promoting seamless coordination of patient care efforts.
- Monitored and maintained clinical supplies, materials and inventory.
- Monitored clinical staff performance and provided feedback.
- Assisted in development and implementation of new clinical programs.
- Implemented and monitored infection control protocols.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Developed, implemented and monitored clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Facilitated and attended interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient care.
- Created educational materials for staff and patients.
- Assessed effectiveness of clinical nursing interventions and programs.
- Evaluated patient progress, assessed outcomes and provided follow-up care.
- Reviewed patient health status and developed individualized care plans.
- Facilitated patient and family education and counseling.
- Documented patient progress and care interventions in medical records.
- Served as a clinical resource to staff, patients and families.
- Identified clinical risks and took appropriate preventative actions.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care.
- Coordinated departmental operations according to administrative, legal and medical guidelines.
- Counseled families to improve communication.
- Initiated care plan and actualized appropriate interventions and treatment.
- Educated patients and families on treatment, expected outcomes and discharge instructions, serving as advisory resource to patients and families to facilitate recovery.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to devise and manage individualized plans of care.
- Documented all aspects of care following facility and Medicare standards, creating accurate patient records of all interactions and interventions to sustain continuity of care.
- Evaluated child's response to treatment through phone calls and follow up visits.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, resulting in enhanced health management.
- Evaluated nursing protocols and made updates based on current literature, ensuring optimal patient care practices were maintained.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
- Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
- Coordinated with external partners such as pharmaceutical companies or medical device manufacturers to stay informed on the latest advancements in healthcare technology.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Contributed to policy development within the organization by providing valuable insights from a nursing perspective.
- Assessed the effectiveness of existing clinical procedures using data analysis techniques, identifying areas for potential improvement or optimization.
Staff Nurse ICU
Our Lady's Hospital For Sick Children
02.2001 - 11.2004
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from the hospital to home or other facilities.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Renal Ward Nurse
Guys & St Thomass NHS Foundation Trust
01.1999 - 12.2000
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients on their conditions and provided guidance on self-care at home after discharge.
- Demonstrated professionalism and adherence to ethical standards in all interactions with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Acted as a mentor for new nursing staff members, helping them acclimate to the ward environment quickly through hands-on training.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Education
No Degree - Higher Diploma in Pediatric Nursing
King College London
Strand, London, WC2R2LS, United Kingdom08.1999
No Degree - Registered General Nurse
Basildon University Hospital
Nether Mayne, Basildon, SS165NL, United Kingdom10.1994
High School Diploma -
St. Wolstan's Community School
Shackleton Rd, Celbridge, Co. Kildare, Ireland06.1989
Skills
- Patient Care Coordination
- Critical thinking abilities
- Advanced clinical knowledge
- Leadership and management
- Patient Assessments
- Medical Histories
- Patient education strategies
- Medical Records Management
- IV therapy proficiency
- Case Management
- Health Promotion
- Patient confidentiality
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Compassionate Care
- Medical Documentation
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Wound care expertise
- Staff education and training
- Chronic Disease Management
- Nurse Leadership
- Patient Education
- Clinical assessment
- Care Planning and Management
- Patient Health Education
- Patient Care
- Patient care planning
- Care Planning
- Team Development
- Discharge Planning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Staff Education
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)
- Nursing Procedure Development
- Decision-Making
- Practice Standards Development
- Specialized Care
- Interpersonal Communication
- Patient Observation
- Point of care testing
- Treatment Plan Development
- Treatment Program Planning
- Relationship Building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Communication
- Active Listening
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Specialist Pediatric Nephrology
Our Ladys Hospital For Sick Children
11.2004 - 08.2017
Staff Nurse ICU
Our Lady's Hospital For Sick Children
02.2001 - 11.2004
Renal Ward Nurse
Guys & St Thomass NHS Foundation Trust
01.1999 - 12.2000
No Degree - Higher Diploma in Pediatric Nursing
King College London
No Degree - Registered General Nurse
Basildon University Hospital
High School Diploma -
St. Wolstan's Community School
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