Jackie Simon
Same Day Surgery Center
Rapid City,SD
1
Certification
2027
years of professional experience
Compassionate Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of experience in surgical and maternal care. Skilled in patient education, family counseling, and clear communication with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and care teams. Known for supporting safe transitions, accurate charting, and efficient patient flow.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pre Op/PACU
7 Years 11 Months- Prepared patients for same day surgery, verifying histories, consents, and preoperative instructions via a telephone call.
- Prepared patients for same day surgery, verifying histories, consents, and preoperative instructions via telephone call.
- Coordinated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical staff to ensure seamless execution of same-day procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient status throughout preoperative and postoperative recovery.
- Assessed post-anesthesia patients, monitoring vital signs, and identified recovery complications requiring immediate interventions.
- Educated patients and families on discharge instructions, wound care, and home recovery expectations, enhancing patient understanding and compliance.
- Post op phone calls to check in on patients and address any new questions or concerns they may have.
- Mentored and trained new nursing staff, fostering a collaborative environment and promoting high-quality patient care.
- Participated in lab committee meetings to enhance laboratory practices and standards. I assist with training and completing annual competencies for our I-stat, glucometer, and urine HcG machine.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
- Assessed labor progression, fetal status, and maternal condition to guide timely interventions.
- Monitored fetal heart tracings and uterine activity, documenting changes for provider review.
- Collaborated with obstetricians, anesthesiology, and neonatal staff during labor and delivery care.
- Administered medications, IV therapies, and pain management interventions per obstetric protocols.
- Educated patients and families on labor expectations, delivery preparation, and postpartum recovery.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
Registered Nurse, Ortho/Neuro
- Administered medications and treatments while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized nursing interventions based on changing clinical needs.
- Coordinated with physicians and care teams to support timely, effective patient care.
- Documented care plans, assessments, and outcomes accurately in electronic health records.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skills
Registered nurse license
Clinical patient assessment
Medication and IV administration
Pre-surgery organization
Charting and documentation expertise
Compassionate patient care
Patient education and counseling
Certification
Basic CPR
ACLS
PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pre Op/PACU
Same Day Surgery Center
11.2018 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Monument Health
2003 - 11.2018Read More
Registered Nurse, Ortho/Neuro
Monument Health
2001 - 2003Read More
University of South Dakota
Associate of Science from Nursing
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