Jenna Jurrens
Madison,WI
Summary
Hello! My name is Jenna, and I have been a Registered Nurse for a little over two years. Caring for others has always been a passion of mine, and I have dreamed of becoming a nurse for as long as I can remember. I find it incredibly fulfilling to care for those who need it most and advocate for my patients’ needs. I am organized, adaptable, and able to thrive in the ever-changing healthcare environment. I value teamwork and am always eager to grow my knowledge and gain new experiences.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse (Transplant Surgery B4/6)
UW Hospital
Madison, WI
06.2024 - Current
- Care of pre and post operative patients
- Administered medications, ensuring adherence to protocols for patient safety and effective recovery
- Recognized and acted on signs of patient decline in post-operative care to facilitate timely interventions
- Management of various surgical drains
- Intravenous drip titration
- Phlebotomy- IVs and labs
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes to enhance understanding and compliance
- Communication with multidisciplinary staff
- Advocate for patients' needs
- Documentation in Epic
- Mentor Nurse Externs and nursing students
Student Nurse Assistant (Transplant Surgery B4/6)
UW Hospital
Madison, WI
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Work along side RN’s to provide patient care
- Ensure patient safety
- Obtain vitals
- Check blood glucose
- Assist with ADLs
- Assist with ADLs
- Documentation in Epic
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trinity Woods
Milwaukee, WI
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Supported residents in daily living activities and personal hygiene to promote independence and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated changes to nursing staff to ensure timely medical responses.
- Facilitated resident engagement in social activities in social and recreational activities to enhance well-being
Nurse Extern (Medical/ Surgical unit)
Johns Hopkins- Sibley Memorial Hospital
Washington, D.C.
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs to ensure stability and well-being.
- Medication administration (IV/PO/IM)
- Conducted comprehensive head-to-toe assessments to evaluate patient health status
- Check and monitor vitals
- Check blood glucose levels
- Phlebotomy skills
- Perform ECGs
- Documentation in Epic
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for patients
Clinical Technician
UW Hospital (Drive Through Covid Clinic)
Madison, WI
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Perform nasopharyngeal swabs for UW Madison Hospital pre-op patients
- Administer COVID-19 vaccines
- Ensure patient safety
- Create orders for patient tests
- Documentation in Epic
Certified Nursing Assistant
Noel Manor Retirement Living
Verona, WI
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisting patients with basic care tasks (dressing, showering, toileting)
- Escorted patients to and from meals to promote nutrition and social engagement
- Documenting intake/ output
- Ensure patient safety
Education
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Mount Mary University
Milwaukee, WI 08.2021 - 05.2024
Nursing School Prerequisites -
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI 09.2020 - 12.2020
Nursing School Prerequisites -
University of Wisconsin Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI 09.2018 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Verona Area High School
Verona, WI 09.2014 - 06.2018
Skills
- Medication administration
- IV therapy
- Patient/ family education
- Patient advocacy
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Maintain composure and professionalism in high-stress situations
Certification
- CPR/ BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Transplant Surgery B4/6)
UW Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Student Nurse Assistant (Transplant Surgery B4/6)
UW Hospital
11.2023 - 06.2024
Nurse Extern (Medical/ Surgical unit)
Johns Hopkins- Sibley Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trinity Woods
10.2021 - 11.2023
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Mount Mary University
08.2021 - 05.2024
Clinical Technician
UW Hospital (Drive Through Covid Clinic)
01.2021 - 08.2021
Nursing School Prerequisites -
Madison Area Technical College
09.2020 - 12.2020
Nursing School Prerequisites -
University of Wisconsin Eau Claire
09.2018 - 05.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Noel Manor Retirement Living
06.2017 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Verona Area High School
09.2014 - 06.2018