Jeanne Hancock
Brooksville,FL
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, CVICU
Advent Health Tampa
01.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in a CVICU setting, including assessments, vital sign monitoring, medication administration and ensuring optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to develop individualized plans of care for patients.
- Performed intubations, chest tube insertions and central line placements as needed.
- Documented precise records of all nursing interventions using electronic health record system.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advanced performance improvement strategies within department.
RN, CVICU Traveler
Aya Healthcare
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Identified changes in patient condition quickly and accurately to ensure prompt intervention when necessary.
- Coordinated post-operative care of high-risk surgical patients in the ICU setting.
- Initiated advanced life support measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation or defibrillation when indicated.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to provide safe quality patient care.
RN, Critical Care
Advent Health Zephyrhills
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained current knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines for critical care.
- Instructed patients and families on disease processes, treatments, and self-care techniques during a pandemic.
- Established strong partnerships with physicians, staff members, and healthcare professionals to guarantee optimal patient care,
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions in order to provide appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
- Advocated for patients, ensuring their needs and preferences were communicated to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
Charge Nurse, CVICU
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital
04.2014 - 01.2021
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Reviewed staffing patterns and census of nursing units, meeting staffing needs and budgetary controls.
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and safety standards.
RN, Critical Care
IU Health Methodist Hospital
01.2007 - 04.2014
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient status and care throughout shift.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Performed advanced life support skills including intubation, chest tube insertion, lumbar puncture, and central line placement.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations related to critical care nursing practices.
- Actively participated in continuing education programs related to critical care nursing practices.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Adapted to diverse ICU environments based on staffing demands.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
HCA Florida Bayonet Point
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Performed advanced cardiac life support procedures such as chest compressions, endotracheal intubation, defibrillation, pacing and cardioversion.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions and lifestyle modifications.
- Prepared equipment for invasive procedures such as central line insertions, arterial line insertions, pacemaker insertions and changes.
- aided in placement of ventilators, tracheostomy tubes, chest tubes, Swan-Ganz catheters.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments while monitoring any potential side effects or complications.
- Assisted in the management of cardiac devices, including pacemakers and defibrillators, enhancing patient outcomes.
RN Staff Nurse
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis
10.1992 - 11.2007
- Provided direct patient care, administering medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes in patient conditions and responding promptly to emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, for cardiac diseases promoting adherence to treatment plans and wellness strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FL12-2018
Unit of Distinction Award -
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital
Brooksville, FL2018
From The Heart Award -
HCA Florida Bayonet Point
06-2004
Diploma - Nursing
Baptist College of Health Sciences
Memphis, TN10-1992
Skills
- CCRN Certified
- Advanced Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Ecmo Level 1 & Post Open Heart Recovery/Impella
- CVICU Clasbi Prevention Superuser
- Continuous Quality Improvement
- Advanced Circulatory Support
- Clinical Decision Making
- Patient Safety
- Staff preceptor
- Shared Goverance Member
- Unit Based Committee Member
Affiliations
Enjoy spending time with family, and enjoy embroidering and quilting
Certification
NIH
CCRN
ACLS/BLS
Timeline
RN, CVICU
Advent Health Tampa
01.2023 - Current
RN, CVICU Traveler
Aya Healthcare
12.2022 - 12.2023
RN, Critical Care
Advent Health Zephyrhills
01.2021 - 12.2021
Charge Nurse, CVICU
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital
04.2014 - 01.2021
RN, Critical Care
IU Health Methodist Hospital
01.2007 - 04.2014
Registered Nurse, CVICU
HCA Florida Bayonet Point
01.2007 - 01.2014
RN Staff Nurse
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis
10.1992 - 11.2007
Unit of Distinction Award -
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital
From The Heart Award -
HCA Florida Bayonet Point
Diploma - Nursing
Baptist College of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St Petersburg College
Education and Training
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