Jaclyn Foster
Stowe
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse specialized in Emergency Department settings. Known for high productivity and efficiency in fast-paced environments. Skilled in triage assessment, critical care, and patient education. Excels with communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to deliver exceptional patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Albert Einstein Medical Center
Philadelphia
12.2022 - Current
- Executed specimen collection and analysis to support accurate diagnoses.
- Performed proper catheter insertion and removal, ensuring patient safety.
- Advocated for patients and families, addressing concerns and promoting care.
- Maintained comprehensive charting and clinical documentation for effective communication.
- Set up, inserted, and maintained IV lines to facilitate treatment.
- Administered vaccines and medications following established protocols.
- Provided specialized care for trauma patients, focusing on critical interventions.
- Applied critical thinking and clinical judgment in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and families during crises.
- Managed triage process to ensure timely treatment for incoming patients.
Registered Nurse, Vascular Access team
Lankenau Medical Center
Philadelphia
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Executed IV insertion on patients with challenging vascular access.
- Performed routine phlebotomy to support patient care.
- Placed, assessed, and maintained sterile dressings on various PICC lines and ports.
- Deaccessed ports while ensuring strict adherence to sterility protocols.
- Assessed and maintained chest tube dressings for optimal function.
- Assisted in midline and PICC line placements to facilitate treatment.
- Interpreted X-ray images for confirmation of midline and PICC placements.
- Updated and maintained accurate documentation for all procedures performed.
Emergency Department Technician
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Philadelphia
12.2015 - 09.2022
- Fostered effective communication with patients, families, and staff to enhance customer service and teamwork.
- Assisted physicians during invasive and non-invasive procedures to ensure patient safety.
- Delivered direct personal care and ambulation support to patients as needed.
- Minimized infection risk through thorough cleaning and sanitizing of rooms and equipment.
- Participated in active trauma cases, including spine stabilization, peripheral IV placement, and CPR.
- Executed ordered EKGs promptly and accurately.
- Safely prepared and transported patients to various diagnostic areas for scheduled procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
La Salle University
Philadelphia, PA01.2022
Skills
- At-risk patient management
- Patient advocacy
- IV therapy
- Critical care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Relationship development
- Emergency response procedures
- Procedure preparation
- Cultural sensitivity
- Lab result analysis
- Newborn care
Certification
- Pennsylvania Trauma Nurse Core Course, 08/24-Current
- American Heart Association Certified Instructor, 05/23-Current
- BLS
- PALS
- ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Vascular Access team
Lankenau Medical Center
12.2024 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Albert Einstein Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
Emergency Department Technician
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
12.2015 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
La Salle University