Seeking to obtain a career in healthcare where I can utilize my great interpersonal and communication skills, and continue my passion in Nursing while providing impeccable care to all of my patients. I am eager to expand my knowledge and experience, while using my current skill set and experiences to positively enhance the lives of others.
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JENELLE GAINES
Norristown,PA
Summary
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
ShiftMedAgency
Licensed Practical Nurse
04.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to [20-25] patients per day.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
Central Montco Technical High SchoolPlymouth, PA
Emergency School Nurse
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
- Administered and supervised administration of prescription medication to students.
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Documented observations of student behavior, complaints or physical symptoms.
- Communicated with students about feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Reported pertinent information to authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect or abuse.
- Greeted and logged in students arriving at office.
- Counseled and educated students in small groups or as individuals concerning medical issues.
- Evaluated students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Applied sound decision-making process to school nursing practice.
- Inventoried and ordered medical or office supplies or equipment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Childrens Dental Surgery CenterMalvern, PA
Preoperative Nurse
12.2018 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Individualized care for each surgical patient by soothing anxieties, checking vital signs and explaining procedures.
- Delivered key information to patients and caregivers to prepare for operations, side effects and expected recovery process.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered pain medication and implemented management techniques to assist patients experiencing discomfort.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Built relationships with pre-and-post surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Maintained strict patient care data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Utilize computerized and Electronic Health Record system.
- Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
Firely PediatricsHarleysville, PA
Licensed Practical Nurse
05.2017 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
Education
Dotlen Academy of ScienceNorristown, PA
Peripheral Intra-Venous Workshop from Nursing
10.2021
University Overview
Delaware County Technical School
Practical Nursing Program
01.2017
University Overview
Nursing: Licensed Practical Nurse, : Clinical Excellence Award, Star Performer Award for being Caring and
Compassionate.
Regina Nursing Center
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
05.2013
University Overview
provided assistance to patients/residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's). I provided assistance to patients/residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's).
Skills
- Trach/Vent experience
- G and J-Tube experience
- Experience with Autism diagnosis
- Empathetic and Compassionate
- Patient
- Communication skills
- Reliable
- Team work (team player)
- Analytical and problem- solving skills
- Personal management skills
- Interpersonal effectiveness
- Computer/technical literacy
- Leadership skills
- Academic competency
- Strong work values
- Family Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- Emergency planning
- Emergency communications
- Emergency Preparedness
- School rules and regulations
- Emergency medical plans
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
Nursing Accomplishments:
-Licensed Practical Nurse
-Certified Nursing Assistant
-Peripheral Intra-Venous Therapy Certificate
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Awards
Awards
- Clinical Excellence Award
- Star Performer Award (Caring and Compassionate).
Nursing License
Nursing License
- Licensed Practical Nurse (2017)
Availability
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Quote
"Believe You Can And You're Halfway There".
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
ShiftMed
04.2023 - Current
Emergency School Nurse
Central Montco Technical High School
01.2022 - Current
Preoperative Nurse
Childrens Dental Surgery Center
12.2018 - 01.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Firely Pediatrics
05.2017 - 12.2018
Dotlen Academy of Science
Peripheral Intra-Venous Workshop from Nursing
Delaware County Technical School
Practical Nursing Program
Regina Nursing Center
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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