JASMINE CHRISTIAN
Blythewood,SC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PACU/OR Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
03.2018 - Current
- Evaluated pediatric and adult patients' pain levels, implementing the correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Mentored new nurses on recovery unit protocols, contributing to a well-trained staff capable of providing high-quality care consistently.
- Anticipates case-specific needs based on knowledge of procedure(s) performed and pathophysiology.
- Took vitals and assessed patients while they were in the recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Provided key information to patients and their caregivers regarding anesthesia side effects and potential complications or issues that could arise from surgery.
- Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications, later transferring the information into the records management system.
- Facilitated an on-going assessment of patient/family needs and implementation of interdisciplinary team care plan.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Transported patients to and from different departments.
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Palmetto Health
10.2016 - Current
- Performs and documents delivery of nursing care via the nursing process: assessment, problem identification, planning, nursing interventions, and evaluation.
- Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures to include; OBGYN, Da Vinci Robotic surgery, Pediatric, ENT, Ophthalmologic, General , and Trauma surgery.
- Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Provide initial assessment and safe care to stabilize patients in a fast-pace trauma center.
- Plan and perform all nursing care for patients who will undergo surgery and other invasive procedures and advocate for patient safety during operative procedures.
- Participate in the recovery of tissue as needed from incision to reconstruction using established surgical and sterile technique in an operating room or similar environment. Adhere to approved prepping, draping, zone recovery and culturing protocols.
- Anticipates needs of the surgical team; assists the anesthetist and anesthesiologist with IV's, patient intubation, and/or resuscitation. Monitors patients and informs surgeon or anesthetist of observed complications.
- Responsible for supervising Surgical Technologists and other members of the health care team as assigned.
Information Technology Specialist
United States Army
08.2007 - Current
- Maintain Secret security clearance, maintain, process and troubleshoot military computer systems/operations.
- Provide customer and network administration services, construct, edit and test computer programs
- Maintain OPSEC keeping potential adversaries from discovering critical Department of Defense information
- Escalate support for desktops, printers, and other technology as needed
- Maintain and support network switches and provide administration of network accounts and passwords Microsoft Exchange administrator.
- Collaborated with other offices and territories to plan and implement new technology.
- Trained users in the proper use of hardware or software.
Student Nurse OBGYN
Palmetto Health Parkridge
03.2016 - 06.2016
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Provided post-op care for surgical patients.
- Maintained and updated patient records.
- Performed newborn assessments.
- Administered medications and injections as ordered by physician.
- Obtained patient vitals and stats before examinations.
- Offered direct care for women and newborns.
- Helped administer gynecological exams.
- Provided patient and family education as well as discharge planning.
- Assisted physician in minor surgical procedures.
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and histories.
- Monitored patients for changes, and reviewed and revised plans accordingly.
Phlebotomist
Palmetto Health
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and fingersticks.
- Establish proper identity of all patients to ensure accountability.
- Greet and receive patients requiring specimen collection.
- Responded to patients' questions and requests in a prompt and efficient manner.
- Enter specimen and patient data into hospital information system.
- File results of referral laboratory tests and distribute copies to appropriate department personnel.
- Accurately and efficiently performs "waivered" testing as required.
- Monitors glucose levels by performing bedside glucose tests; recording results; reporting results to unit nurse- manager.
- Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
- Resolves unusual test orders by contacting physician, nursing station, or reference laboratory.
- Enter specimen and patient data into hospital information system.
- Directed calls to appropriate individuals and departments.
Medical Tech Intern
Department of Defense
04.2012 - 08.2012
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews.
- Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages.
- Completed data entry, tracked records and maintained the applicant tracking system.
- Mapped current processes and offered recommendations for improvement.
- Developed a system derived from raw patient records to track improvements in organizational efficiency.
IT Specialist
United States Army
05.2010 - 08.2011
- Maintained security of the local areas and performed route clearance for visiting high-ranking officials.
- Served as custodian of classified documents.
- Denied entrance to the building to unauthorized persons.
- Guard and escort local nationals and report potential threats and suspicious activities.
- Operated and maintained communications equipment.
- Secured all doors in the office and main building after hours.
- Performed as a fire team member during situational training exercises and dismounted battle drills.
- Communicated urgent orders and directions effectively to team of personnel.
- Surveyed and analyzed terrain to determine optimum equipment placement and use.
- Documented and processed secret and classified materials.
- Tracked personnel and supplies within the company.
- Tracked and filed administrative paperwork and personnel folders.
- Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment Planned and briefed personnel on missions.
- Trained in the use of tear gas, explosives, and weapons.
Customer Service Cashier
Cracker Barrel
03.2008 - 11.2008
- Built relationships with customers to increase likelihood of repeat business.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in the store.
- Completed all cleaning, stocking and organizing tasks in assigned sales area.
- Engaged with customers in a sincere and friendly manner.
- Responded to customer questions and requests in a prompt and efficient manner.
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions.
- Politely assisted customers in person and via telephone.
- Directed calls to appropriate individuals and departments.
- Maintained accountability of cash register.
Assistant Group Supervisor
His Presence Child Care
04.2007 - 11.2008
- Established a safe play environment for the children.
- Instructed children on proper health and personal habits.
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities.
- Communicated openly with children's parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment.
- Made nutritious breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks for the children.
- Maintained a child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.
- Monitored each student's educational progress with individualized charts and files.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Columbia, South Carolina05.2016
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Midlands Technical College
Columbia, South Carolina05.2014
High School Diploma -
Ridge View High School
Columbia, South Carolina05.2007
Skills
- Patient education and support
- Neonatal, Pediatric, Adult Care
- Team and Clinical Leadership
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Patient assessment, evaluation, and intervention
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient and family advocacy
- Breastfeeding support
- Aseptic and sterile techniques
- Medication Administration
- IV insertion and blood collection
- Foley catheter insertion/removal
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Calm in emergency situations
Certification
- RN - Registered Nurse
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- Phlebotomy
- CLS - Combat Life Saver
Timeline
PACU/OR Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
03.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Palmetto Health
10.2016 - Current
Student Nurse OBGYN
Palmetto Health Parkridge
03.2016 - 06.2016
Phlebotomist
Palmetto Health
01.2014 - 12.2015
Medical Tech Intern
Department of Defense
04.2012 - 08.2012
IT Specialist
United States Army
05.2010 - 08.2011
Customer Service Cashier
Cracker Barrel
03.2008 - 11.2008
Information Technology Specialist
United States Army
08.2007 - Current
Assistant Group Supervisor
His Presence Child Care
04.2007 - 11.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South University
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Midlands Technical College
High School Diploma -
Ridge View High School