Jara Pugh
Salisbury,MD
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessments, HIPAA compliance, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to deliver high-quality care and optimize workflows in fast-paced environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
TidalHealth
07.2021 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on severity of illness or injury.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in electronic health records for accurate patient tracking.
- Triaged incoming patients efficiently, optimizing workflow in high-pressure environments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered conscious sedation and monitored patient vitals during interventional procedures.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss cases, share insights, and enhance collaborative care strategies.
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring alignment with medical and social needs.
- Assessed patient health status and developed individualized interventions to promote optimal health outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Laurel School District
08.2018 - 02.2024
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and school policies.
- Developed individualized health care plans for students with chronic conditions.
- Conducted regular health screenings and assessments to identify student needs.
- Trained staff on emergency response procedures and first aid protocols.
- Managed student health records ensuring confidentiality and compliance with regulations.
Registered Nurse
Chesapeake Health Care
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Coordinated patient care with multidisciplinary teams to enhance health outcomes.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management and preventive health measures.
- Led initiatives to streamline workflow processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare system, fostering strong provider-patient relationships.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Nanticoke Hospital
05.2013 - 08.2018
- Assessed and triaged patients based on severity of conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments according to protocols and physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to ensure patient safety.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Wilmington Univeristy
05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wesley College
05-2013
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- HIPAA compliance
- Healthcare systems navigation
- Community resources
- Ethical considerations
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Discharge scheduling
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
TidalHealth
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Laurel School District
08.2018 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
Chesapeake Health Care
08.2017 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Nanticoke Hospital
05.2013 - 08.2018
Master of Science - Nursing
Wilmington Univeristy
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wesley College