Jeanette Adams, RN, BSN
San Marcos
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing almost 30+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to med-surg and LTC patients. Knowledgeable about nursing and nursing requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in complex environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Enthusiastic RN knowledgeable in health screenings and treating patients with short term and long term conditions. Well-trained professional with talents in time management skills and patient advocacy. Texas Board-Certified Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in hospital and long term care and rehab care units. Proven leader effective at uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals, improving satisfaction and continuously driving widespread healthcare system initiatives. Focused on continuously advancing expertise in nursing while driving innovation.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Floor Nurse
Barton Valley Nursing And Rehab
2024.02 - 2024.03
- Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering an inclusive work environment that valued teamwork and open communication amongst colleagues.
- Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Optimized resource utilization through appropriate delegation of tasks and efficient management of time-sensitive responsibilities.
- Contributed to reduced hospital readmissions by conducting thorough assessments and appropriately addressing patients'' concerns during their stay.
- Increased efficiency in the workplace by streamlining processes and maintaining accurate records of patients'' medical histories.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
- Supported smooth transitions of care by effectively collaborating with other nurses during shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of patient care.
- Eased anxiety among patients facing challenging diagnoses or treatments by offering emotional support and empathetic guidance throughout their healthcare journey.
- Upheld regulatory compliance within the nursing practice through adherence to state mandates, facility policies, and established ethical guidelines.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
- Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
RN Case Manager
Aspen Hospice
2023.12 - 2024.03
- Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
- Optimized resource utilization by identifying opportunities for cost containment while maintaining quality of care.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing timely follow-ups and addressing concerns promptly.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall clinical performance and patient outcomes.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
RN Floor Nurse
West Oaks Nursing And Rehab
2023.04 - 2024.01
- Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering an inclusive work environment that valued teamwork and open communication amongst colleagues.
- Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Optimized resource utilization through appropriate delegation of tasks and efficient management of time-sensitive responsibilities.
- Increased efficiency in the workplace by streamlining processes and maintaining accurate records of patients'' medical histories.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
- Supported smooth transitions of care by effectively collaborating with other nurses during shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of patient care.
- Eased anxiety among patients facing challenging diagnoses or treatments by offering emotional support and empathetic guidance throughout their healthcare journey.
- Upheld regulatory compliance within the nursing practice through adherence to state mandates, facility policies, and established ethical guidelines.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
- Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Facilitated timely discharges through efficient coordination with case managers, social workers, and physicians.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
RN Floor Nurse
Brush Country Nursing And Rehab
2022.02 - 2023.04
- Elevated quality of care through active participation in performance improvement initiatives and incorporating feedback to enhance nursing practices.
- Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering an inclusive work environment that valued teamwork and open communication amongst colleagues.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Optimized resource utilization through appropriate delegation of tasks and efficient management of time-sensitive responsibilities.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
- Supported smooth transitions of care by effectively collaborating with other nurses during shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of patient care.
- Upheld regulatory compliance within the nursing practice through adherence to state mandates, facility policies, and established ethical guidelines.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
RN
Southpark Meadows Nursing And Rehab
2018.08 - 2022.02
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care for as many as 32 patients each day in high-volume rehab and long term care setting.
- Relieved external units such as outpatient IV therapy, pre- and post-operatives, PACU and recovery, dialysis, labor, delivery, recovery and postpartum with skilled nursing services.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
RN
Riverside Nursing And Rehab
2016.12 - 2018.04
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote long term facility and rehab quality and safety initiatives
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
- Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Registered Nurse
South Austin Hospital
2016.02 - 2016.04
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Cared for patients in 40-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
RN
Dell Seton Hospital
2001.12 - 2012.06
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care for as many as 6 patients each day in high-volume telemetry and infectious disease setting.
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives .
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Cared for patients in 32-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
LVN Staff NUrse
St. Davids Hospital
1994.09 - 2001.12
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical ability, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Assessed medical status of patients pre and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting all data in [Software].
- Provided high quality care to approximately 5 patients per day on 36-bed unit
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing in-patient stay length [Number]% on average.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NUrsing
West Coast University
Dallas01.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Austin01.2002
LVN - Nursing
Schreiner College
Kerrville, Tx01.1992
Skills
- Patient and family advocacy
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient check-ins
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Feeding assistance
- Patient counseling
- Case Management
- Ear, nose and throat care
- Managing deadlines
- Preventative health
- Emergency Procedures
- Strong clinical judgment
- ICD-9 forms
- Physical assessments
- Insulin medication assistance
- Staff supervision
- Family Education
- Disease specialization
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Direct Patient Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Chest pain management
- Setting up referrals
- Foley catheters
- Patient discharge
- Acute care expertise
- Removing sutures
- Hospice and palliative care
- Vaccine administration
Additional Information
Barton Valley Nursing and Rehab, Austin, Tx
Feb. 2024- March 2024
Aspen Hospice, San Marcos, Tx
Dec-2023-March-2024
West Oaks Nursing and Rehab, Austin, TX
April 2023-Jan-2024
Brush Country Nursing and Rehab, Austin Tx
Feb. 2022- April 2023
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse
Barton Valley Nursing And Rehab
2024.02 - 2024.03
RN Case Manager
Aspen Hospice
2023.12 - 2024.03
RN Floor Nurse
West Oaks Nursing And Rehab
2023.04 - 2024.01
RN Floor Nurse
Brush Country Nursing And Rehab
2022.02 - 2023.04
RN
Southpark Meadows Nursing And Rehab
2018.08 - 2022.02
RN
Riverside Nursing And Rehab
2016.12 - 2018.04
Registered Nurse
South Austin Hospital
2016.02 - 2016.04
RN
Dell Seton Hospital
2001.12 - 2012.06
LVN Staff NUrse
St. Davids Hospital
1994.09 - 2001.12
Bachelor of Science - NUrsing
West Coast University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
LVN - Nursing
Schreiner College
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