JASON POWELL
Killen,Al.
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Availability Professional Staffing
Modesto, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Provide nursing care to patients (in patient home or Ambulatory Infusion Center) who require IV medications due to chronic disease processes such as Multiple Sclerosis, Guillain Barre syndrome, Chron’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and other diseases
- Assess patient upon arrival
- Complete MAR and list any known allergies
- Acquire vascular access (Peripheral IV, PICC, Port-Cath)
- Monitor vital signs throughout treatment
- Maintain and report all charting necessary for appropriate care and charges
- Serve as a professional representative of the Company when meeting with and/or providing education to external customers, payers and referral sources
Registered Nurse
Infinity Infusion Nursing
Florence, Al.
01.2019 - Current
- Administered IV fluids, medications and blood products through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for infections, auto-immune disorders or heart and kidney problems.
- Educated patient, family or caretaker about post discharge care procedures to facilitate care continuum.
- Counseled patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support.
- Leveraged knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control and safety precaution to initiate appropriate intervention in crisis situations.
- Maintained safe and therapeutic medical environment and guided and directed members of health care team to encourage quality patient care.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
- Initiated patient care meetings with multidisciplinary team to revise plan of care as patient condition warrants.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Registered Nurse
Lauderdale County Board of Education
Florence, Al.
01.2018 - Current
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Provided medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Registered Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital
Destin, FL
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Assess patients upon arrival to decide patient’s priority and urgency
- Notify MD of any urgent cases
- Acquire IV access, collect specimens, and blood for labs
- Setup equipment and assist MD’s with many procedures
- Perform CPR, administer medications and assist Respiratory Therapist and MD with intubations during codes
- Complete the process of the patient's medication administrations, admissions/discharges, and/or follow up appointments
- Multiple charting systems and software packages including (PICIS, Epic, Cerner, Ibex, InterQual)
Registered Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital
St. Joe, Fl.
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Assess patients upon arrival to decide patient’s priority and urgency
- Notify MD of any urgent cases
- Acquire IV access, collect specimens, and blood for labs
- Setup equipment and assist MD’s with many procedures
- Perform CPR, administer medications and assist Respiratory Therapist and MD with intubations during codes
- Complete the process of the patient's medication administrations, admissions/discharges, and/or follow up appointments
- Multiple charting systems and software packages including (PICIS, Epic, Cerner, Ibex, InterQual)
Registered Nurse
Marshall Medical Center
Lewisburg, Tn.
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Assess patients upon arrival to decide patient’s priority and urgency
- Notify MD of any urgent cases
- Acquire IV access, collect specimens, and blood for labs
- Setup equipment and assist MD’s with many procedures
- Perform CPR, administer medications and assist Respiratory Therapist and MD with intubations during codes
- Complete the process of the patient's medication administrations, admissions/discharges, and/or follow up appointments
- Multiple charting systems and software packages including (MEDITECH, InterQual, Outlook)
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses and treatments.
- Used InterQual to input information into computerized patient record system.
- Entered orders into EMR system efficiently and without errors.
Registered Nurse
Maury Regional Hospital
Columbia, Tn.
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Assess patients upon arrival to decide patient’s priority and urgency
- Notify MD of any urgent cases
- Acquire IV access, collect specimens, and blood for labs
- Setup equipment and assist MD’s with many procedures
- Perform CPR, administer medications and assist Respiratory Therapist and MD with intubations during codes
- Complete the process of the patient's medication administrations, admissions/discharges, and/or follow up appointments
- Multiple charting systems and software packages including (MEDITECH, InterQual, Outlook)
Registered Nurse
Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital
Florence, AL.
01.2009 - 01.2010
Registered Nurse
Decatur General Hospital
Decatur, Al.
01.2008 - 01.2009
Education
BSN - Nursing
The University of North Alabama Florence
2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northwest Shoals Community College
2008
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Information Systems
Northwest Shoals Community College
1998
Skills
- More than 15 combined years of experience serving people through the fields of Information Technology and Nursing
- Sound knowledge of multiple information software packages
- Vast knowledge of medical terminology and federal, state and local laws regarding patient's right
- Sound knowledge and use of equipment and medical technologies
- Energetic and hardworking with the ability to adapt to the work environment
- Great ability to deal with the problems and queries of end users, patients and/or their families
- Provide competent and dignified patient care
- Clear Patient Communication
- Treatment Preparation
- Accurate Documentation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
Additional Information
- Licenses and Certifications: , Registered Nursing License from Tennessee Multistate Registered Nursing License from Alabama Registered Nursing License from Florida Certified in BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, NRP, CPI
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
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saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation.
Herman Melville
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Availability Professional Staffing
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Infinity Infusion Nursing
01.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Lauderdale County Board of Education
01.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2015
Registered Nurse
Marshall Medical Center
01.2011 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse
Maury Regional Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2012
Registered Nurse
Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2010
Registered Nurse
Decatur General Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2009
BSN - Nursing
The University of North Alabama Florence
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northwest Shoals Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Computer Information Systems
Northwest Shoals Community College
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