Jamie Weeks
Locke
Summary
Skilled PACU and MICU nurse with a strong background in mentoring staff, coordinating interdisciplinary care, and managing complex patient needs. Brings calm leadership, critical thinking, and clear communication to fast-paced clinical settings. Focused on safe recovery, efficient workflow, and strong team collaboration.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
RN PACU
SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital
Syracuse, NY
11.2016 - Current
- Assessed post-anesthesia patients for airway patency, hemodynamic stability, and pain control.
- Monitored vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and respiratory status during the recovery phase.
- Collaborated with anesthesia providers and surgical teams to coordinate safe patient transitions.
- Administered prescribed medications for pain, nausea, and sedation management.
- Documented recovery progress, interventions, and discharge readiness in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on recovery expectations, discharge instructions, and warning signs.
- Triaged fluctuating patient conditions and escalated concerns for timely clinical intervention.
- Mentored nursing staff on PACU protocols, patient safety standards, and efficient workflow.
- Acted as a resource and mentor to new nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices in post-anesthesia care, and assisting with orientation and training programs.
- Reduced complications by assessing patients for potential risks and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Ensured continuity of care by effectively communicating patient information during handoffs between shifts, maintaining accurate records of all interventions, assessments, and treatments administered throughout each stage of recovery.
- Evaluated patient pain, nausea, difficulty breathing and fear and agitation in recovery room and employed various nursing interventions to manage vulnerabilities.
- Comforted and reassured patients and family members and patiently answered questions and conveyed important care information.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing knowledge, and fostering an atmosphere that promotes collaboration among team members.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from surgery to the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, ensuring timely communication with surgical teams.
- Supported colleagues during high-stress situations through open communication channels that foster teamwork dynamics conducive to an efficient working environment.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided clinical oversight and support to healthcare teams.
RN Clinical Leader and Trainer PACU
SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital
Syracuse, NY
11.2015 - 11.2016
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized nursing interventions across complex inpatient care needs.
- Administered medications and monitored responses in accordance with provider orders and safety protocols.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Coordinated care for patients during recovery periods. recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Supervised interdisciplinary staff performance, coaching teams on standards and accountability
- Monitored compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and patient safety practices
- Coordinated communication between providers, nursing staff, and ancillary departments
- Reviewed compliance with regulatory standards and best practices. with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and patient safety practices
- Streamlined communication between medical teams and departments. between providers, nursing staff, and ancillary departments
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, facilitating effective communication regarding treatment options and care decisions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
RN MICU
SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital
Syracuse, NY
01.2015 - 11.2015
- Trained new nurses on unit procedures, documentation standards, and patient safety practices.
- Performed detailed patient assessments to detect condition changes, notifying physicians and implementing interventions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security on unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Assessed ventilated ICU patients, adjusting respiratory interventions per ABGs and clinical status.
- Collaborated with physicians and therapists to optimize weaning readiness and extubation preparation.
- Assisted physicians in performing advanced procedures such as bronchoscopy, tracheostomy, and intubation for critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and monitored responses, ensuring safe, accurate treatment delivery.
- Monitored patients on continuous venovenous hemofiltration (CVVH) to ensure stable condition.
- Adjusted hemodynamic drips based on patient response to achieve targeted outcomes.
- Transported ventilated patients to and from medical procedures, ensuring safety and coordination with interdisciplinary teams.
- Maintained strict infection control protocols to prevent healthcare-associated infections.
6B Clinical Trainer and Leader
SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital
Syracuse, NY
04.2011 - 12.2014
- Developed clinical training programs aligned with Upstate Medical University policies, workflows, and documentation standards.
- Delivered onboarding sessions for clinical staff on EMR workflows, patient privacy, and regulatory compliance.
- Assessed learner competency through observation, skills validation, and remediation planning.
- Updated training materials to reflect changes in clinical procedures, forms, and system functionality.
- Coordinated classroom and bedside instruction to support consistent adoption of clinical best practices.
- Monitored learner progress and adjusted coaching methods to improve confidence and performance.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment that promoted open communication, active listening, and constructive feedback between trainers and trainees.
- Developed comprehensive assessments to evaluate trainee knowledge and skill development.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop leadership skills and advance their careers within the organization.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organizing workflows.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training team members.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outlining scope of positions for the new medical unit.
- Optimized training effectiveness by tracking participant progress using advanced data analysis techniques.
- Established clear objectives for each session, allowing trainees to focus their efforts on achieving specific goals related to their individual roles within the organization.
- Identified areas for improvement in clinical practices through ongoing evaluation of training programs and staff performance.
- Collaborated with management to implement updated policies or procedures based on observed trends from previous training cycles or evaluations of staff performance in practice settings.
- Supervised nursing workflows, prioritizing patient care and staffing assignments across shifting unit demands.
- Coordinated bedside care with physicians, therapists, and ancillary staff to support treatment plans.
- Monitored patient conditions, escalating clinical changes and ensuring timely intervention.
- Managed admissions, discharges, and transfers while maintaining efficient patient flow.
- Resolved staffing gaps by reallocating resources and adjusting assignments to preserve coverage.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Conducted regular audits of nursing practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to the unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Staff MICU
SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital
Syracuse, NY
10.2007 - 04.2011
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Keuka College
Keuka Park, NY05.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Cayuga Community College
Auburn, NY05.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Cayuga Community College
Auburn, NY05.1998
Skills
- Patient-centered care
- IV insertion
- Cardiac life support
- Post-operative education
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Empathetic communication
- Compassionate care
- Health promotion
Timeline
RN PACU
SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital
11.2016 - Current
RN Clinical Leader and Trainer PACU
SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital
11.2015 - 11.2016
RN MICU
SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital
01.2015 - 11.2015
6B Clinical Trainer and Leader
SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital
04.2011 - 12.2014
Staff MICU
SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital
10.2007 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Keuka College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Cayuga Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Cayuga Community College