Jayda Halfacre
Jonesboro
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nursing professional with hands-on experience at St. Bernards Medical Center. Proven ability in clinical decision-making and patient documentation, enhancing patient care through effective communication and teamwork. Committed to delivering high-quality support and fostering positive patient relationships in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse Extern
St. Bernards Medical Center
06.2025 - Current
- Shadowed experienced nurses as they provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
- Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily activities.
- Gained valuable clinical experience through rotations in various hospital departments, such as intensive care, labor and delivery, and emergency care.
Patient Care Technician
St. Bernards Medical Center
07.2023 - 05.2025
- Assisted nursing staff in providing high-quality patient care and support.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical personnel promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Transportation Specialist
Cynergy Rehab Group
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Monitored children to maintain safety while transporting them from school to the clinic.
- Established effective communication skills with developmentally delayed children.
- Assessed potential risks associated with various modes of transport, and implemented preventative measures accordingly.
- Communicated with parents regarding their child's needs, and developed friend-like relationships to ensure patient satisfaction.
Catering Server
Mike Kennedy
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Delivered exceptional service to guests, ensuring a positive dining experience.
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate menu items and timing for service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of serving areas throughout events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2026
High School Diploma -
Trumann High School
Trumann, AR05-2022
Skills
- Clinical decision-making
- Collaborative teamwork
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Clear communication
- Healthcare experience
- Compassionate patient care
- Fundamental nursing care
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- CNA certification, St. Bernard's Hospital, 07/15/23 - Current
- American Heart Association BLS CPR certification, St.Bernard's Hospital, 07/15/23 - Current
- TACT training certification, St. Bernard's Hospital, 07/15/23 - Current
Timeline
Student Nurse Extern
St. Bernards Medical Center
06.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
St. Bernards Medical Center
07.2023 - 05.2025
Catering Server
Mike Kennedy
01.2023 - 12.2024
Transportation Specialist
Cynergy Rehab Group
11.2022 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
High School Diploma -
Trumann High School