Jeanne Simpson
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Device Clinic - Registered Nurse Level II
University Hospitals Of Cleveland
05.2023 - Current
- Educate patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Educate family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Perform device interrogations according to PBL-STOP method and reported abnormal results to providers
- Collaborate with team members to ensure timely, safe patient care.
- Attend weekly educational offerings to improve knowledge base.
Lead Bariatric Nurse Coordinator
University Hospitals Of Cleveland
09.2018 - 05.2023
- Provided clinic support for two high volume bariatric surgeons.
- Sole RN responsible for coordinating care of all high acuity patients (LVAD, transplant, dialysis, heart failure, and pediatrics.)
- Responsible for pre- and post-operative education of the new bariatric patient.
- Performed monthly education for all service access points of the bariatric patient.
- Precepted all new nursing and ancillary staff to bariatrics.
- Collaborated with relevant disciplines to ensure patient safety and ensure best practices.
- Participated in weekly meetings related to accreditation and disseminated relevant information to team members.
- Promoted to Assistant Nurse Manager role 3/2021-8/2022.
Advanced Clinical Nurse - Electrophysiology
University Hospitals Of Cleveland
02.2007 - 09.2018
- Administered moderate sedation and recovery, according to anesthesia protocol, for patients undergoing electrophysiology procedures.
- Responsible for monitoring vital signs, sedation, airways, IV starts, blood draws, and accurate documentation of all procedural patients.
- Performed patient and family teaching for all electrophysiology procedures.
- Routinely assigned charge nurse role during busiest procedural days, utilizing critical thinking, organizational skills, and assigning staff to procedures to ensure timely patient throughput.
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
South Pointe Hospital
06.2003 - 02.2007
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
Clinical Technical Assistant
University Hospitals Of Cleveland
04.1999 - 06.2003
- Assist the Registered Nurse in caring for critically ill patients in a 24 bed Intensive Care Unit.
- Performed EKGs, vital signs, phlebotomy, and foley catheter insertions.
Hospital Corpsman Third Class
United States Navy
06.1993 - 11.1997
- Worked in an Intensive Care Unit providing exceptional patient care to active duty and retired service personnel under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Stationed on the USNS Comfort during humanitarian mission in Haiti and Cuba.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
05.2012
Diploma - Nursing
Huron School of Nursing
East Cleveland, OH06.2003
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
06.2003
High School Diploma -
Penn Cambria High School
06.1993
Skills
- Electronic Health Records
- Time Management
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Cardiac Care
- Patient Education
Accomplishments
- Clinical Nurse Excellence Award Winner - 2021
- Clinical Nurse Excellence Award Winner - 2014
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Cardiac-Vascular Nurse - April 2021-2026
- BLS certified
- ACLS certified
Timeline
Device Clinic - Registered Nurse Level II
University Hospitals Of Cleveland
05.2023 - Current
Lead Bariatric Nurse Coordinator
University Hospitals Of Cleveland
09.2018 - 05.2023
Advanced Clinical Nurse - Electrophysiology
University Hospitals Of Cleveland
02.2007 - 09.2018
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
South Pointe Hospital
06.2003 - 02.2007
Clinical Technical Assistant
University Hospitals Of Cleveland
04.1999 - 06.2003
Hospital Corpsman Third Class
United States Navy
06.1993 - 11.1997
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Diploma - Nursing
Huron School of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
High School Diploma -
Penn Cambria High School
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