Jammie Eastham
Naselle,WA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience in procedural sedation and critical care, honed at Columbia Memorial Hospital and Peacehealth Southwest. Expert in PICC/MIDLINE placement and renowned for exceptional patient care and satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership in developing rapid response protocols, showcasing strong collaboration and critical thinking skills. Certified in ACLS, BLS, and trauma care, ensuring high-quality treatment and patient advocacy.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 25 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Cardiovascular Critical Care and Trauma specialty. Also proficient in IR and Procedural Sedation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sedation and Procedure Registered Nurse
Columbia Memorial Hospital
12.2021 - Current
- Became a Sedation Certified Registered nurse to provide sedation for patients in IR, CT, and MRI sedation cases.
- Took PICC line class and became a competent PICC, Midline, and USIV inserter
- Completed training to other staff within the organization on care of PICC lines, Midlines, Port access and IV care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Peacehealth Southwest Washington Medical Center
02.2001 - Current
- Clinical expert and preceptor for new staff and new training open heart recovery nurses.
- Clinically skilled in caring for Post open heart surgical patients from preop to direct recovery from OR.
- Clinically skilled on Balloon pump care, post cath care, Impella pumps.
- Clinically skilled in caring for post trauma care patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- 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.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Hospital Supervisor
Columbia Memorial Hospital
06.2006 - 12.2022
- Was promoted to lead supervisor where I was responsible for helping hire, interview, and train new supervisors.
- Responsible for Supervisor education and ongoing competencies.
- Responsible for employee timecards and making staff schedules.
- Helped develop the Rapid response team and protocols here at Columbia Memorial hospital.
- Coordinated code blue drills and Zoll monitor trainings for nursing staff here at Columbia Memorial and taught skills fairs for the nursing staff.
- Developed strong working relationships with various departments, promoting effective communication and interdisciplinary collaboration within the hospital setting.
- Managed staffing levels efficiently, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and reducing labor costs.
- Streamlined patient admissions process, resulting in reduced wait times and improved overall experience for patients and their families.
- Communicated with doctors, nurses, patients and other employees to identify and resolve healthcare needs.
- Coordinated with other healthcare providers concerning treatment plans for patients.
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Columbia Memorial Hospital
10.2000 - 11.2001
- Took telemetry classes to learn care of telemetry patients, ACLS, BLS, TNCC, and PALS
- Assessed dynamic patient conditions consistently, adjusting care plans according to evolving needs in real-time situations.
- Performed advanced life support measures during emergency situations, contributing positively to high survival rates for critically ill patients experiencing cardiac arrest or other life-threatening events.
- Proactively identified potential complications with early intervention strategies, decreasing morbidity rates among critically ill patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency within the Critical Care Unit and increasing overall hospital performance levels.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Clatsop Community College
Astoria, OR06-2000
Skills
- PICC/MIDLINE Placement
- Procedural Sedation
- Intensive care unit experience
- Central line management
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- IABP care
- Impella ICE training
- Procedure support
- ACLS Certified, BLS certified
- Trauma Certified
- NIHSS Certified
Certification
- Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).
- Certified Sedation Registered Nures
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Sedation and Procedure Registered Nurse
Columbia Memorial Hospital
12.2021 - Current
Hospital Supervisor
Columbia Memorial Hospital
06.2006 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Peacehealth Southwest Washington Medical Center
02.2001 - Current
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Columbia Memorial Hospital
10.2000 - 11.2001
- Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).
- Certified Sedation Registered Nures
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Clatsop Community College
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