Jacqueline Ludwig
Coopersburg,PA
Summary
Committed hospice nurse with over 16 years of expertise in emergency medicine and hospice care, specializing in pain management and symptom relief.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Nurse
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Allentown, Pennsylvania
09.2014 - Current
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care to patients in home and facility settings.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet patient needs.
- Maintained current knowledge of hospice nursing practices and developments.
- Educated families regarding patient care, medications, and coping strategies.
- Managed pain control and symptom relief for terminally ill patients.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospice protocols and best practices.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, including pain crises and respiratory distress.
- Participated in triage role, advising on treatment options and determining visit needs.
Emergency Nurse
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
09.2010 - 09.2014
- Administered emergency care to patients with critical injuries and medical conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and conducted assessments to ensure patient stability.
- Provided education to patients and families on treatment plans and health maintenance.
- Utilized advanced medical equipment for diagnostics and therapeutic procedures.
- Documented patient interactions and care in electronic health records.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, demonstrating decisive actions under pressure.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices in emergency care.
- Assessed patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained efficient patient flow.
Emergency Nurse
Roxborough Memorial Hospital
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
12.2009 - 09.2010
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL06-2025
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
St Luke's School Of Nursing
Bethlehem, PA10-2009
Skills
- Patient advocacy
- End-of-life care
- Individualized care plans
- Electronic health records
- Pain management
- Team training
- EMR updating
- Strong clinical judgment
- Accurate documentation
- Creative problem solving
Certification
Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse
Timeline
Hospice Nurse
Lehigh Valley Health Network
09.2014 - Current
Emergency Nurse
Lehigh Valley Health Network
09.2010 - 09.2014
Emergency Nurse
Roxborough Memorial Hospital
12.2009 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
St Luke's School Of Nursing