Jane Cavanagh
Jacksonville
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Onslow County Memorial Hospital, excelling in medication administration and direct patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through comprehensive assessments and effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Recognized for compassionate support and advocacy, ensuring optimal care and patient satisfaction in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Onslow County Memorial Hospital
09.2020 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
- Advocated for patients' needs, providing education and support throughout their treatment journey.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing patient safety across units.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that streamlined patient discharge processes, improving efficiency.
- Evaluated and updated nursing procedures to align with evolving healthcare standards and regulations.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Registered Nurse
Washington University
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Evaluated patient conditions and documented changes accurately to inform ongoing treatment decisions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sentara Careplex Hospital
08.2006 - 03.2012
- Assessed and triaged patients based on severity of conditions in fast-paced environment.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement effective care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies for post-discharge recovery.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
- Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
- Reduced stress and anxiety for patients and families by offering compassionate care and support.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers CaveSkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- CPI - Deescalation techniques for aggressive patients
- TNCC
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Onslow County Memorial Hospital
09.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
10.2018 - 05.2020
Registered Nurse
Washington University
04.2018 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sentara Careplex Hospital
08.2006 - 03.2012
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Blue Ridge Community College