Jagger Kubic
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Registered Nurse (RN) and prospective Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with a background in critical care and interventional radiology for over 10 years. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Demonstrated strong communication skills, facilitating effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Enhanced patient satisfaction through dedicated service and advocacy efforts. Proven ability to address patient needs and improve the overall care experience. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University of Tennessee Medical Center
Knoxville, TN
08.2020 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure care for specialty patients using Cerner charting system.
- Executed procedural sedation and monitored hemodynamic status as required.
- Trained new colleagues on interventional radiology policies, procedures, and equipment to ensure smooth onboarding.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Served as Unit Council chair for 2+ years
Travel Registered Nurse
Trusted Health
Plano, TX
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Supported two-bed Interventional Radiology department throughout six-week contract.
- Administered procedural sedation and conducted hemodynamic monitoring via Epic charting system.
Travel Registered Nurse
Trusted Health
Concord, NH
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Worked on a 3-bed Interventional Radiology department for a 15-week contract.
- Performed procedural sedation and hemodynamic monitoring as necessary, using Cerner charting system.
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Wheat Ridge, CO
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Provided acute care for patients in the ICU during a 25-week contract.
- Worked on an 18-bed medical Intensive Care Unit, with the responsibility of training new travel nurses as they began their assignment.
- Managed and trained new users on Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy in critically ill patients, using Baxter Prismaflex System.
- Cared for patients with acute respiratory complications, systemic infections, kidney disease, ventilators, complicated wounds, and multiple co-morbidities.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
Travel Registered Nurse
Flexcare Medical Staffing
Hyannis, MA
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Worked on an 11-bed medical Intensive Care Unit for a 13-week contract.
- Cared for patients with acute respiratory complications, systemic infections, kidney disease, ventilators, complicated wounds, and multiple co-morbidities
- Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps, as required by individual patient needs.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
Travel Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Services
Seattle, WA
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Delivered expert care in an 18-bed Medical ICU and an 18-bed Surgical ICU for a 13-week contract.
- Managed Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy in critically ill patients using Baxter Prismaflex System
- Cared for patients with acute respiratory complications, systemic infections, kidney disease, ventilators, complicated wounds, and multiple co-morbidities
Travel Registered Nurse
Renown Regional Medical Center
Reno, NV
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Delivered patient care in an 18-bed Medical ICU for a 13-week contract.
- Cared for patients with acute respiratory complications, systemic infections, kidney disease, ventilators, complicated wounds, and multiple co-morbidities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment strategies for complex cases.
- Adapted to different hospital units and practices, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
Travel Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Services
Cookeville, TN
10.2018 - 12.2018
- Completed a 12-week contract in a 30-bed Medical ICU.
- Cared for individuals with acute respiratory complications, systemic infections, kidney disease, complicated wounds, and multiple co-morbidities.
- Managed emergency care situations through effective critical thinking and rapid decision-making skills.
Travel Registered Nurse
FlexCare Medical Staffing
Augusta, GA
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Worked on a 24-bed medical ICU for a 13-week contract.
- Managed Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy in critically ill patients using Baxter Prismaflex System
- Cared for patients with acute respiratory complications, systemic infections, kidney disease, ventilators, complicated wounds, and multiple co-morbidities.
Travel Registered Nurse
Advanced Travel Nursing
Aurora, CO
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Provided specialized care for patients transitioning from ICU during 13-week contract.
- Managed an 8-bed medical observation unit while ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Cared for patients with tracheostomies, complex wounds, and multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
Knoxville, Tennessee
07.2015 - 12.2017
- Cared for patients with complex neurological disorders in a comprehensive stroke center.
- Oversaw training of new users on Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy for critically ill patients with Baxter Prismaflex System.
- Demonstrated proficiency in managing post-surgical patients, severe sepsis, ARDS, respiratory failure, and GI bleeds.
- Facilitated orientation for nursing students and new graduates on unit practices and standards.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Carson-Newman University
Jefferson City, TN12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05.2015
Skills
- EHR expertise: Cerner, Epic, Meditech
- Administering moderate sedation
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Ultrasound-guided peripheral IV line placement
- Operating and monitoring ventilators
- Managing chest tubes
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- EKG and telemetry monitoring
- External ventricular drain management and care
- Administering vasoactive medications and drips
- Foley catheter insertion and care
- Central line management and care
- Managing arterial lines
- Patient assessment
- Patient education
- Critical care
- Emergency procedures
- Removing sutures
- Microsoft Office
- Telemedicine software: Zoom, Teams
- Rotoprone therapy
- Advanced stroke care
Certification
- Tennessee Registered Nurse License (eNLC), 01/31/27
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 12/31/25
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 12/31/25
Affiliations
- Golfing
- Traveling
- Hyrox races
- Snowboarding
- Woodworking
- Tennessee Volunteer athletics
Accomplishments
- Implemented a new "time-out" protocol in 2023 while serving as the Unit Council chair in Interventional Radiology. Created a standard template for all procedures to follow to address the "Universal Protocol" while also including IR specific concerns, such as recent blood thinners and labs to be sent.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Trusted Health
09.2022 - 10.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
Trusted Health
02.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
University of Tennessee Medical Center
08.2020 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
01.2020 - 07.2020
Travel Registered Nurse
Flexcare Medical Staffing
09.2019 - 12.2019
Travel Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Services
05.2019 - 08.2019
Travel Registered Nurse
Renown Regional Medical Center
01.2019 - 05.2019
Travel Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Services
10.2018 - 12.2018
Travel Registered Nurse
FlexCare Medical Staffing
05.2018 - 08.2018
Travel Registered Nurse
Advanced Travel Nursing
01.2018 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
07.2015 - 12.2017
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Carson-Newman University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Tennessee