Jalissa Harper
Ruther Glen,VA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse skilled in delivering high-quality patient care in acute environments. Proven ability to administer treatments, educate families, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient management and safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
Richmond, Virginia
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Provided direct patient care in fast-paced emergency room environment.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures under high-stress situations.
- Educated patients and families on discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Trained new nurses on best practices and hospital policies for professional development.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to physicians promptly.
Travel Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
Ruther Glen, US
09.2020 - 12.2023
- Delivered high-quality patient care in various clinical settings nationwide.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses during each assignment.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management strategies.
- Adapted to new environments, ensuring seamless transitions into diverse facilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records per regulations.
- Engaged in continuous learning to stay current with nursing protocols.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine appropriate patient care needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care across settings.
Registered Nurse
Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center
Fredericksburg, US
06.2018 - 09.2022
- Conducted health assessments to identify patient needs and formulate individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance comprehensive patient care delivery.
- Administered medications, monitoring for side effects and complications.
- Educated patients on disease management and prevention methods.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on care delivery protocols and best practices.
- Monitored patient progress, reporting condition changes to physicians or nurse practitioners.
- Identified community resources to support patients with needs such as housing or transportation.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crises.
RN Staff Nurse
Henrico Doctors Hospital Forest
Richmond, US
05.2017 - 06.2018
- Monitored patient responses and administered medications during post-operative recovery.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare patients for procedures.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care protocols.
- Assisted in developing tailored care plans based on individual needs.
- Supported wound care management and conducted assessments post-surgery.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic health systems.
- Communicated effectively with multidisciplinary teams for coordinated care.
- Responded promptly to life-threatening situations with appropriate interventions.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL02-2027
Bachelor's - Nursing
Western Governors University
05-2020
Associate -
ECPI University
Richmond, VA01-2017
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Medication administration
- Care coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Electronic health records
- Emotional support
- Direct nursing care
- Flow sheet charting
- Policy compliance
- Acute care expertise
- Care planning
- Health screening
- Vital signs monitoring
- Community advocacy
- Direct and indirect patient care
- Licensed RN
- Telemetry monitoring
- Treatment planning
- IV management and medication administration
- Privacy maintenance
- Chart updating
- Catheter insertion and removal
- Preventive health strategies
- Family education and support
- Clinical judgment and decision-making
- Follow-up communication calls
- Tracheostomy care and management
- Vaccine administration and delivery
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- TNCC
Assessments
Electronic health records: Best practices, Highly Proficient, 03/19, Knowledge of EMR data, associated privacy regulations, and best practices for EMR use.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Travel Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
09.2020 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center
06.2018 - 09.2022
RN Staff Nurse
Henrico Doctors Hospital Forest
05.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Bachelor's - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate -
ECPI University