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Work History
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Jack (Jake) Wilson

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Obtain a Nurse position in Nursing allowing me to expand my nursing capabilities to provide support and knowledge and work together as a team. Additionally providing personalized patient care and advocating the nursing staff to perform above the current level of care to patients and family members and doctors.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff RN in Medical/Surgical ICU

Emory PICU
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • Delivered bedside care to surgical and rapid response patients in a 14 bed ICU,
  • Provided care for Intubated and non-Intubated patients
  • Administered intensive medical care to cardiogenic and septic shock and respiratory failure patients
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
  • Managed PICC, arterial and central line care
  • Administered blood, platelets and plasma to critical patients,
  • Continuous monitoring of vital signs and drew required labs
  • Notified APP of significant clinical changes, and critical labs values
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Document hourly urine output on patient’s with foley catheter, notified APP of low urine output and set urine specimens to lab
  • Provided treatment of care plan using a multi-disciplinary approach
  • Provided daily bath with full linen and gown change
  • Took blood sugars and temperature Q4
  • Treated elevated blood sugars with short and long acting insulin per orders
  • Started hypothermia patients with Bair hugger blanket warmers.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
  • Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.
  • Educated patient and families on current medical condition, educated patients who were first time diabetic admitted for hyperglycemia and on insulin drip
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
  • Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
  • Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.
  • Provided treatment of care plan using a multi-disciplinary approach
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, lab draws and specimen collection.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options

Full Time Care Provider

Jack and Miriam Wilson
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Provided full time care of parents who transitioned into assisted living care, including management of medical needs/intervention, financial affairs, doctor appointments, transportation, ADL, food preparation and household management.

Philmont Scout Ranch Infirmary RN Seasonal

Philmont Boy Scout Ranch
08.2022 - 08.2022
  • Provided care to Boys Scouts and adult leaders and Philmont staff before, during and after their 10 day trek in the backcountry of the Santa Cristo Mountains of Northern New Mexico
  • Managed health examination rechecks, medication administration, treatment and follow up care
  • Assisted Fellows and Medical Doctors with medical care of patients who were injured, ill and those requiring overnight stay at the infirmary, and transfer patient information when going to hospital for advanced care.

SICU and Critical Care RN

Grady Memorial Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Night Shift SICU and Critical Care Units providing patient care to Surgical and Trauma patients of various multiple injuries and illnesses
  • Assessed and monitored conditions of intubated patients adjusting sedation medication as needed per protocol, administered various blood products while evaluating for reactions or changes, managed multiple continuous IV medications and patients withdrawing from alcohol and drug addictions
  • Drew required labs and reviewed pertinent values to evaluate related system function, implement interventions, assess patient for response and outcomes
  • Proficient in accurate clinical documentation in EPIC charting programs
  • Documented notifications of medical and psychological changes, procedures and medication administration
  • Achieved top 90% ranking for medication scanning, while using below average function scanners
  • Respected by residents for my clinical judgement calls for patients with significant changes requiring advanced medical intervention.

Cardiac Observation Area RN

Emory University Hospital
08.2018 - 05.2021

Cardiac Observation Area – Pre and Post Op Care of Cardiac Cath and EP Lab

  • IV starts of patients, 12 Lead EKG’s, Lab draws, Medication reconciliation, Entering patient history, Notification of Abnormal labs to Doctors/Fellows, Prepping patient for on time start of procedures, Receiving report from Cath and EP lab on patient’s post procedure, Maintaining vital checks every 15 minutes post procedure check for hematomas and bleeds from incision sites, along with heart rate and blood pressure changes/variances, Administering pain medication, IV fluids, insulin, and Atropine when needed
  • Made significant improvements to COA; Implemented reorganization of education booklets for patients, making it easy for nurses to find specific booklets for procedural education
  • Created patient contact document for doctors to contact families pre and post procedure
  • Orchestrated replacing glove box brackets with new glove box containers and relocated next to hand sanitizer and relocated Temperature Thermometers allowing ease of access with in one step
  • Organized and Created Video for contest in improvement and efficiency of the COA, Completed: 8 Hour Pacemaker/ICD class, 8 Hour Arrythmia Class, Recognition: Multiple Press Ganey positive feedback regarding care from patients/families
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.

Surgical OR RN

Emory University Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Operating Room Circulator
  • Perioperative Nurse Resident in training for all surgical areas on the surgical floor.
  • Recorded details regarding surgery to keep patient charts updated.
  • Evaluated patient histories, current medications and, and current symptoms, before surgery

Nursing Assistant

Philmont Scout Ranch
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Infirmary at Philmont Scout Ranch
  • Under the supervision of Chief Nurse, Chief Medic, assisted with care and treatment as requested in backcountry and at base camp
  • Assisted and conducted medical health examination rechecks for Philmont staff and participants, provided proper care, meals, documentation of vitals and fluids, I/O’s in patient charts
  • I identified/detected an abnormal heart rhythm that was confirmed to be Atrial Fib by 12 lead EKG
  • Assisted Medical Residents with ingrown toenail removal while maintaining a sterile environment, Assisted with 12 Lead EKG monitoring and printing of EKG strips
  • Assisted by orienting new 4th-year medical residents and new Medical Doctors as requested.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Emergency Room Registration

Methodist Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Registration of patients in the emergency room and labor/delivery, and patient check-in at the front desk
  • Registration of trauma patients entering the emergency room by ambulance or air and verification of identity
  • Insurance verification of patients and collection of patient’s insurance co-payments.

Education

Nursing School, Senior - BSN

Brenau University
Gainesville, GA
05.2017

Bachelors, Graduated - Exercise Physiology

Auburn University
Auburn
06.1990

Skills

  • Advanced and Basic Life Support
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Blood Sugar and Temperature Monitoring
  • Mobility Assistance And Heavy Lifting
  • Catheter Care
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Patient Positioning and Bedsore Prevention
  • Wound Care
  • Diabetes management
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Infection control measures

Certification

  • ACLS/PALS Certification
  • CPR/Healthcare Provider
  • FEMA Emergency Management Course


Awardsscholarships

  • Deans List Spring 2016 and Spring 2017
  • Heathman 40 & 8 Nursing Scholarship
  • Philmont Staff Association Scholarship
  • Brenau University Opportunity Grant
  • Ramsey-Chester Scholarship
  • Eagle Scout

Timeline

Staff RN in Medical/Surgical ICU

Emory PICU
06.2023 - 06.2024

Full Time Care Provider

Jack and Miriam Wilson
09.2022 - 06.2023

Philmont Scout Ranch Infirmary RN Seasonal

Philmont Boy Scout Ranch
08.2022 - 08.2022

SICU and Critical Care RN

Grady Memorial Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2022

Cardiac Observation Area RN

Emory University Hospital
08.2018 - 05.2021

Surgical OR RN

Emory University Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2018

Nursing Assistant

Philmont Scout Ranch
05.2016 - 08.2016

Emergency Room Registration

Methodist Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2014

Nursing School, Senior - BSN

Brenau University

Bachelors, Graduated - Exercise Physiology

Auburn University
  • ACLS/PALS Certification
  • CPR/Healthcare Provider
  • FEMA Emergency Management Course


Jack (Jake) Wilson