Jana Everitt
Bismarck,ND
Summary
Compassionate Staff RN with significant experience in patient care, medical terminology, and clinical procedures. Possess strong skills in communication, leadership, and critical thinking. Known for providing high-quality patient care while maintaining efficiency and compliance with hospital standards. Achievements include implementing innovative nursing practices resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff RN
Miller Pointe
Bismarck, ND
07.2020 - 11.2024
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
- Demonstrated expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Provided guidance and support to less experienced staff members when needed and assisted them with difficult tasks if necessary.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient reactions while ensuring accuracy in medication dosages administered.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, treatment plans, and post-hospitalization needs.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Assisted physicians in providing patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications, and performing treatments.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing the practice of professional nursing within an assigned area or departmental setting.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Performed various tests such as blood glucose monitoring, wound dressings and care according to established protocols.
Home Care/Hospice Nurse
Sanford Home Health/Hospice
Mandan, ND
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
RN Home Health Care/RN Home Care/Home Care/Hospice Aide
GSSC
Bismarck, ND
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mary
Bismarck, ND05-1992
Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Pediatric nursing
- Telemetry monitoring
- Quality improvement
- Cardiac care
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Geriatric nursing
- Hospice care
- Home health care
- Clinical judgment
- Respiratory support
- Vaccine administration
- Tracheostomy care
- Surgical nursing
- Care continuum coordination
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- HIPAA protocol adherence
- Chronic disease management
- Patient safety
- Care planning
- Family education
- Hospice and palliative care
- Mental health nursing
- Wound care management
- Medication administration
- Disease prevention
- Nursing process
- Ethical practice
- Specimen collection
- EMR / EHR
- Patient care
- Medication and IV administration
Timeline
Staff RN
Miller Pointe
07.2020 - 11.2024
Home Care/Hospice Nurse
Sanford Home Health/Hospice
01.2019 - 07.2020
RN Home Health Care/RN Home Care/Home Care/Hospice Aide
GSSC
06.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mary
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