JEANETTE HARRIS
Cedar Hill
Summary
With over a decade of solid experience in acute care, this compassionate and hardworking med surg/tele nurse has honed their ability to effortlessly adapt to a variety of patient populations, all while delivering exceptional patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Methodist Midlothian Medical Center
Midlothian, TX
11.2024 - Current
- Cardiac Med/surg telemetry
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Educated patients on lifestyle modifications and medication management to promote long-term heart health.
- Effectively managed telemetry monitoring for multiple patients simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Registered Nurse
Texas Health Resources Presbyterian Hospital
Dallas, TX
05.2024 - Current
- Med/surg telemetry
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Seasonal Registered Nurse
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
Dallas, TX
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Med-surg telemetry overflow
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Travel Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Cleveland, OH
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Urology Med-surg telemetry
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Local Contract Registered Nurse
Medical City Dallas
Dallas, TX
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Med-surg/telemetry – assigned to bariatric, urology and transplant units; frequently floated to neurology and oncology
- Reduced risk of infection for immunocompromised patients by implementing strict infection control measures in the clinical setting.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and timely intervention during critical situations.
Travel Registered Nurse
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
St. Louis, MO
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Med-surg/telemetry - provided care to medically stable patients awaiting placement to SNF/LTAC due to substance abuse, criminal history, and/or homelessness
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive pain management strategies for patients with chronic conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Travel Registered Nurse
BJC Health Systems, Barnes, Christian Hospital
St. Louis, MO
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Floated between hospitals to a variety of med-surg/telemetry units including cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, surgical
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Charge Nurse
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
Mansfield, TX
09.2018 - 12.2022
- Oncology and cardiology units
- Administered chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Registered Nurse
Medical City Las Colinas
Irving, TX
04.2017 - 03.2018
- Med-surg/telemetry
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
Travel Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical
Medical City Arlington
Arlington, TX
09.2015 - 04.2017
- Orthopedics, med-surg/telemetry
- Provided emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult recoveries from orthopedic surgeries or injuries.
- Used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
Float Pool Registered Nurse
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
Winston Salem, NC
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Floated throughout the hospital to the following units: trauma, transplant, general medicine, surgical oncology, burn, orthopedic, neurosurgery
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
Winston Salem, NC
11.2014 - 09.2015
- Oncology, med/surg telemetry unit
- Provided emotional support for oncology patients experiencing distress related to their diagnoses or treatments, utilizing active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Provided compassionate care for oncology patients, addressing their physical and emotional needs during treatment.
Registered Nurse
Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital
Orlando, FL
03.2012 - 11.2014
- Orthopedics, med/surg telemetry
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Reduced complications with timely assessment and management of pain, wound healing, and mobility issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Remington College of Nursing
Lake Mary, FL01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2007
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Chronic disease management
- Strong clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Team coordination
- Complex Problem-solving
- High level of autonomy
Certifications
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
Certification
- RN Compact License - Texas Board of Nursing
- RN License - California Board of Nursing
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Methodist Midlothian Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Texas Health Resources Presbyterian Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Seasonal Registered Nurse
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
12.2023 - 03.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
09.2023 - 12.2023
Local Contract Registered Nurse
Medical City Dallas
05.2023 - 08.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
BJC Health Systems, Barnes, Christian Hospital
12.2022 - 01.2023
Charge Nurse
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
09.2018 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
Medical City Las Colinas
04.2017 - 03.2018
Travel Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical
Medical City Arlington
09.2015 - 04.2017
Float Pool Registered Nurse
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
05.2015 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
11.2014 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse
Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital
03.2012 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Remington College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Central Florida