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Jamie Pollok

New Braunfels,TX

Summary

Versatile Registered Nurse with 24 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in Medical-Surgical, PACU, Pre-Op, Phase 2, IR units, and Endoscopy. Proven leader, and skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals, and improving satisfaction. Organized, and very knowledgeable in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments, and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors, and being a highly effective communicator and team player.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Endoscopy

Christus Santa Rosa Physicians Ambulatory Surgery
New Braunfels, TX
01.2024 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing endoscopic procedures.
  • Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients before, during, and after endoscopic procedure.
  • Identified abnormal tissue or masses during endoscopic examinations and documented findings in medical records.
  • Provided pre-operative and post-operative education to patients and families.
  • Monitored vital signs during endoscopic procedures and administered medications as needed.
  • Documented all relevant information pertaining to patient assessment accurately into electronic medical record system.
  • Assisted physicians with biopsies of gastrointestinal tissues for laboratory analysis.
  • Communicated with other healthcare professionals regarding patient's progress throughout the procedure.
  • Performed endoscopic procedures using rigid and flexible scopes, including esophagogastroduodenoscopy, colonoscopy, and sigmoidoscopy. Maintained a clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to Endoscopy Nursing services.
  • Provided education about diet modification following endoscopic procedure.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Registered Nurse, PACU, Pre-Op, Phase 2, IR

Resolute Baptist Hospital
New Braunfels, TX
03.2016 - 01.2024
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit Charge

Resolute Baptist Hospital
New Braunfels, TX
04.2014 - 03.2016
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments
  • Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit Charge

Mission Trails Baptist Hospital/Southeast Baptist
San Antonio, TX
05.2001 - 04.2014
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team
  • Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization
  • Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX
05.2000

Skills

  • Patient Monitoring
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Task Prioritization
  • Critical Thinking
  • Surgical Preparation
  • Problem Solving
  • Honest and Dependable
  • Attention to Detail
  • Endoscopy procedures
  • Biopsy assistance
  • Specimen collection
  • Patient positioning techniques
  • Biopsy procedures
  • Pre-and Post-procedure care
  • Colonoscopy procedure assistance

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS

Timeline

Registered Nurse Endoscopy

Christus Santa Rosa Physicians Ambulatory Surgery
01.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, PACU, Pre-Op, Phase 2, IR

Resolute Baptist Hospital
03.2016 - 01.2024

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit Charge

Resolute Baptist Hospital
04.2014 - 03.2016

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit Charge

Mission Trails Baptist Hospital/Southeast Baptist
05.2001 - 04.2014

Associate of Science - Nursing

San Antonio College
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