Jacqueline Zapater
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in Emergency Department settings, recognized for high productivity and efficiency in dynamic environments. Proficient in triage assessment, critical care, and patient education, ensuring exceptional patient outcomes. Strong communicator and collaborator, adept at problem-solving to enhance patient care delivery. Highly motivated with a robust work ethic, adaptability, and ability to master new skills independently.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Baptist Medical Center
Jacksonville, FL
09.2022 - Current
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to safety and infection control measures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care outcomes were achieved.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
RN Network
Boca Raton, FL
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps, as required by individual patient needs.
- Adhered to infection control protocols while performing assigned tasks.
- Participated in continuous education to stay current with nursing practices and healthcare innovations.
- Adapted to different hospital units and practices, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Memorial Hospital Jacksonville
Jacksonville , FL
08.2016 - 08.2022
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
- Reviewed staffing patterns and census of nursing units, meeting staffing needs and budgetary controls.
- Documented all treatments given to trauma patients according to hospital standards and regulations.
- Responded quickly and calmly in high-pressure environments when treating critically injured trauma victims.
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Emory University Hospital
Atlanta, GA
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Attended continuing education sessions related to new developments in diagnosis and treatment of COVID-19 infections.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, test results, and medication orders according to hospital policy.
- Performed routine laboratory tests on samples from COVID-19 patients, including blood work, urine analysis, and sputum cultures.
- Provided direct patient care to individuals with confirmed and suspected COVID-19, including administering medications, treatments, and oxygen therapy.
- Initiated life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation or advanced cardiac life support.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Concorde Career College
Jacksonville, FL10-2014
Skills
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Critical care management
- Electronic health records
- Crisis intervention
- Staff training
- Intravenous therapy
- NIHH
- PALS certified
- Basic life support
- EKG Monitoring
Accomplishments
- HCA Nurse of The Year 2018
- Daisy Award 2017, 2020
Certification
- Good Clinical Practice
- ACLS
- PALS
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Baptist Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
RN Network
09.2021 - 08.2022
Travel Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Emory University Hospital
02.2021 - 08.2021
Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Memorial Hospital Jacksonville
08.2016 - 08.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Concorde Career College