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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Jacqueline English

Coralville,IA

Summary

I was privileged to have been a nursing assistant and LPN and RN with the Otolaryngology patient population since 1982. I was a lifetime Oto nurse and care deeply for this population. I worked closely with other multidisciplinary professionals and provided a great deal of patient and family education. I recently retired in November of 2023. from the Oto clinic and am now interested in working some prn hours. I have numerous years of experience and feel,I would be an asset to the patients and ataff as I am quite familiar with this population, and am always willing to learn. Please consider me for this position.

Thanks for your consideration.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Nurse PRN Position Otolaryngology Clinic

University Of Iowa Hospitals Department Of Nursing
Iowa City, IA
03.2024 - 03.2026
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.

Staff Nurse

University Of Iowa Hospital And Clinics
Iowa City, IA
03.1991 - 11.2023
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
  • provided direct patient care on inpatient and ambulatory otolaryngology inpatient
  • Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Led initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures, resulting in better patient outcomes.

LPN

University Of Iowa Hospitals Inpatient
Iowa, LA
04.1991 - 12.1991

As an LPN, I provided direct patient care under the supervision of an RN to inpatient head and neck cancer and generally otolaryngology patients. I developed strong patient relationships and found nursing quite rewarding.

Nursing Assistant

University Of Iowa Hospital And Clinics
Iowa City, IA
11.1982 - 12.1990
  • Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
  • I worked as an NA while completing my RN education..

I worked as an NA while completing my RN

education.

Education

Associate of Science -

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
12.1990

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
08.1982

High School Diploma -

Beckman High School
Dyersville, IA
05.1980

Skills

  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Resource Allocation
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Patient Education
  • Family Education
  • Care Planning
  • Emergency Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Management
  • Wound Care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Patient Safety
  • Oncology Nursing
  • Care Coordination
  • I provided direct patient cate to otolaryngology patients and provided significant patient and family education
  • Worked closely with other multidisciplinary professionals

Accomplishments

I have held a certification for SOHN (Society of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Nursing) for several years

i have participated in our Heartland Regional Chapter of SOHN and served as local Vice President in past

Poster presentation at National SOHN Conference

Presented at local ENT CEU

Past recipient of national SOHN Clinical Excellence Award

Certification

CORLN ( Certified Otolaryngology Head and Neck Nursing)

Timeline

Staff Nurse PRN Position Otolaryngology Clinic

University Of Iowa Hospitals Department Of Nursing
03.2024 - 03.2026

LPN

University Of Iowa Hospitals Inpatient
04.1991 - 12.1991

Staff Nurse

University Of Iowa Hospital And Clinics
03.1991 - 11.2023

Nursing Assistant

University Of Iowa Hospital And Clinics
11.1982 - 12.1990

Associate of Science -

Kirkwood Community College

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Kirkwood Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant

Kirkwood Community College

High School Diploma -

Beckman High School
Jacqueline English