Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Jean  Jerome

Jean Jerome

Homestead,Florida

Summary

Well-educated Telemetry Nurse gifted in monitoring patient vital signs and managing pain. Valuable asset to healthcare organizations and known patient advocate. Promoting dynamic listening, patient charting and physician interaction skills. Med-Surg/Telemetry Nurse with 6 years experience. Adept at assisting with the treatment of diseases and disorders of the different body systems, and committed to ensuring optimal patient care. Registered Nurse in the State of Florida. (RN9423450)

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Registered Nurse (RN-BSN)

HCA Healthcare East Florida Division
Miami, FL
05.2019 - Current
  • Manage post-surgical joint replacement trauma/fracture.
  • Perform assessment, collect accurate complete, pertinent data and through continuous assessment maintain awareness of the health status of each patient with special considerations for age and physical/psychological needs.
  • Perform admission history/pre-op assessment for stable ortho patients and entering collected data into computer system Receive patient from PACU, monitor post-op vital signs, review post-op orders, orient patient to unit and review plan of care.
  • Monitor patient closely for changes in condition and advocate as needs arise Position patients with respect to proper body alignment while using the understanding of proper body mechanics.
  • Manage pain effectively, implementing position change and cold therapy, activity, timely administration of analgesic with consideration of prior function (chronic pain, assistive device, emotional requirements) Maintain supportive relationships with coworkers and delegate as appropriate.
  • Medical-Surgical / Telemetry/ Neurology Primary care, assessments, and evaluation of orthopedic patients.
  • Educate patients and family members about body mechanics.
  • Wound care/dressing change., Manage post-surgical joint replacement trauma/fracture.
  • Perform the assessment, collect accurate complete, pertinent data and through continuous assessment maintain awareness of the health status of each patient with special considerations for age and physical/psychological needs.
  • Perform admission history/pre-op assessment for stable ortho patients and entering collected data into a computer system Receive patients from PACU, monitor post-op vital signs, review post-op orders, orient patients to units and review plans of care.
  • Monitor patient closely for changes in condition and advocate as needs arise Position patients with respect to proper body alignment while using the understanding of proper body mechanics.
  • Manage pain effectively, implementing position change and cold therapy, activity, timely administration of analgesic with consideration of prior function (chronic pain, assistive device, emotional requirements) Maintain supportive relationships with coworkers and delegate as appropriate.
  • Medical-Surgical / Telemetry/ Neurology Primary care, assessments, and evaluation of orthopedic patients.
  • Educate patients and family members about body mechanics.
  • Wound care/dressing change.

Registered Nurse (RN-BSN)

Homestead Hospital
Homestead, Florida
04.2020 - 10.2021
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Registered Nurse (RN-BSN)

Mount Sinai Medical Center
Miami Beach, Florida
03.2017 - 06.2020
  • Med-Surg/Telemetry Nurse Manage post-surgical joint replacement trauma/fracture.
  • Perform the assessment, collect accurate complete, pertinent data and through continuousassessment maintain awareness of the health status of each patient with specialconsiderations for age and physical/psychological needs.
  • Perform admission history/pre-op assessment for stable ortho patients and enteringcollected data into a computer system Receive patient from PACU, monitor post-op vital signs, review post-op orders, orientpatient to unit and review plan of care.
  • Monitor patient closely for changes in condition and advocate as needs arise Position patients with respect to proper body alignment while using the understanding ofproper body mechanics.
  • Manage pain effectively, implementing position change and cold therapy, activity, timelyadministration of analgesic with consideration of prior function (chronic pain, assistivedevice, emotional requirements) Maintain supportive relationships with coworkers and delegate as appropriate.
  • Medical-Surgical / Telemetry/ Neurology Primary care, assessments, and evaluation of orthopedic patients.
  • Educate patients and family members about body mechanics.
  • Wound care/dressing change.

Registered Pharmacy Technician

South Miami Hospital
South Miami, Florida
07.2014 - 03.2019
  • Filling Prescriptions IV Admixture & Aseptic Techniques Using the Care Fusion/Pyxis Automation System Making medication reconciliation in the Emergency Department.

Registered Nurse (RN-BSN)

House Call Home Health Agency
Homestead, Florida
07.2016 - 03.2017
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.

Registered Pharmacy Technician

Metropolitan Hospital of Miami
Miami, Florida
02.2007 - 04.2014
  • Filling Prescriptions IV Admixture & Aseptic Techniques Using McKesson Automation System MedDirect PACMED AcuDose-Rx Connect-Rx.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

NarcStation, Pan American Hospital
Miami, Florida
08.2004 - 02.2007
  • Filling Prescriptions IV Admixture & Aseptic Techniques Using McKesson Automation System MedDirect PACMED AcuDose-Rx Connect-Rx.

Dairy & Frozen Food Inventory Clerk

Winn-Dixie Marketplace
Miami, Florida
09.2001 - 03.2005
  • Blocked the department Worked the truck Verified clerical computations against physical count of stock and adjusted errors incomputations during inventory Maintained high standards of excellence.

Internship Student

Total Pharmacy Services, Inc
Miami, Florida
04.2004 - 06.2004
  • Filling Prescriptions IV Admixture & Aseptic Techniques Credits.
  • Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs.
  • Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
  • Restocked automated medication dispensing equipment.
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
  • Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations and patient information.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL
09.2018

Associate of Science - Science in Nursing

Florida National University
Miami, FL
04.2013

Associate of Science - Pharmacy Technician

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
09.2012

Occupational Associate Degree - Pharmacy Technician

National School of Technology
Miami, FL
05.2004

Skills

  • Medical Terminology
  • Telemetry
  • Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Preventative Health
  • Personal Care Needs
  • Patient Check-Ins
  • Gastrostomy Buttons Experience
  • Setting Up Referrals

Timeline

Registered Nurse (RN-BSN)

Homestead Hospital
04.2020 - 10.2021

Registered Nurse (RN-BSN)

HCA Healthcare East Florida Division
05.2019 - Current

Registered Nurse (RN-BSN)

Mount Sinai Medical Center
03.2017 - 06.2020

Registered Nurse (RN-BSN)

House Call Home Health Agency
07.2016 - 03.2017

Registered Pharmacy Technician

South Miami Hospital
07.2014 - 03.2019

Registered Pharmacy Technician

Metropolitan Hospital of Miami
02.2007 - 04.2014

Certified Pharmacy Technician

NarcStation, Pan American Hospital
08.2004 - 02.2007

Internship Student

Total Pharmacy Services, Inc
04.2004 - 06.2004

Dairy & Frozen Food Inventory Clerk

Winn-Dixie Marketplace
09.2001 - 03.2005

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain College of Nursing

Associate of Science - Science in Nursing

Florida National University

Associate of Science - Pharmacy Technician

Miami Dade College

Occupational Associate Degree - Pharmacy Technician

National School of Technology


  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Licensed Registered Nurse - 6 years
  • BLS - Basic Life Support

Certification


  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Licensed Registered Nurse - 6 years
  • BLS - Basic Life Support

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Creole
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

References

  • Syndie Pascal, RN-BSN 407-936-4950 Co-worker at Homestead Hospital
  • Carmina Cienfuegos, PharmD 305-804-8740 Director of Pharmacy at South Miami Hospital
  • Samantha Rodriguez, RN-BSN 786-218-7728 Co-worker at Homestead Hospital
  • Coretta Waters, RN-BSN 954-531-3585 Co-worker at Homestead Hospital
Jean Jerome