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Education
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Jacob Ellwood

Jacob Ellwood

RN
North Beach,MD - Maryland

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse at Calvert Health, adept in medication administration and patient assessments, showcasing strong clinical judgment. Leveraged compassion and empathy to enhance patient satisfaction, mentor new staff, and advocate for safety and quality care. Proven track record in improving healthcare delivery through continuous professional development and patient-centered care. Have been nominated for nurse of the year for 3 years with one award. I have taken multiple new grads as my preceptees, and enjoy educating and teaching new nurses.



Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Calvert Health
06.2021 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.

Bartender

Bonefish Grill
07.2017 - 03.2021
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Behavioral Support Specialist

ARC Of Southern Maryland
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Delivered evidence-based behavior curricula to students while maintaining high levels of behavioral and academic expectations for students.
  • Utilized variety of methods, skills and tools to provide direct behavior support to students on caseload.
  • Contributed to a safe and supportive environment by promptly addressing crisis situations and utilizing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
  • Conducted regular reviews of relevant research literature, staying informed of best practices and emerging trends in the field.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MD
05.2021

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Care Plan Development
  • Patient care planning
  • Licensed RN
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Certification

  • ACLS Certified
  • BLS certified

Accomplishments

  • Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
  • Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Registered Nurse

Calvert Health
06.2021 - Current

Bartender

Bonefish Grill
07.2017 - 03.2021

Behavioral Support Specialist

ARC Of Southern Maryland
01.2017 - 01.2018

Associate of Science - Nursing

College of Southern Maryland
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