Jenna McDorman
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with over six years of combined military and civilian healthcare experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care in acute and outpatient settings. Skilled in patient assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, patient and family education, and emergency response. During my nursing clinical experience in the NICU at Children's Hospital of Illinois, I developed a strong passion for caring for neonates and supporting families during critical stages of hospitalization. Searching for the opportunity to provide high-quality patient care as a Registered Nurse and expand my knowledge and skills in Neonatal Intensive Care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Carle Health Proctor Hospital
Peoria, Illinois
06.2024 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care for adult cardiac and medical-surgical patients with complex acute and chronic conditions.
- Perform detailed patient assessments, monitor vital signs, recognize changes in condition, and communicate findings promptly to providers and interdisciplinary team members.
- Administer oral, intravenous, and injectable medications while monitoring for therapeutic effectiveness and adverse reactions.
- Coordinate care for 5-6 patients per shift while maintaining patient safety, quality outcomes, and individualized care plans.
- Deliver patient and family education regarding medications, treatments, discharge planning, and disease management.
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and nursing staff to optimize patient outcomes.
- Respond effectively during rapid responses and Code Blue events, assisting with patient stabilization and emergency interventions.
- Maintain accurate documentation in EPIC while ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standard
LPN/EMT-Basic
USAF
Peoria, Illinois
09.2019 - Current
- Deliver inpatient and outpatient nursing care to military personnel in diverse healthcare environments.
- Conduct patient assessments, obtain vital signs, administer medications and immunizations, and provide patient education.
- Perform phlebotomy, specimen collection, laboratory testing, and EKG procedures while ensuring accuracy and patient safety.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate care and support mission readiness.
- Maintain proficiency in emergency response, triage, and mass casualty preparedness as a Nationally Registered EMT.
- Ensure compliance with electronic medical record documentation and military healthcare standards.
- Managed immunization clinic operations, including vaccine storage, inventory management, regulatory compliance, and documentation.
Student Nurse
Children's Hospital of Illinois | NICU
Peoria, Illinois
05.2026 - 07.2026
- Supported care of premature and critically ill neonates under supervision of NICU nurses.
- Recorded assessments and care notes in electronic medical records.
- Assisted with infant feeding, hygiene, and comfort measures in NICU.
- Observed neonatal assessments, feeding protocols, medication administration, and family-centered care practices.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary rounds and gained exposure to specialized care for high-risk newborns.
- Built strong interest in neonatal nursing through clinical experience and family interaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Methodist College
Peoria, IL12-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Air University
Montgomery, AL08-2022
Skills
Clinical Skills
- Patient assessment and care coordination
- Medication administration and IV therapy
- Family-centered care and education
- Electronic medical records (EPIC, MHS Genesis, PathNet)
- Laboratory procedures and specimen collection
- Infection prevention and wound care
- Emergency response protocols
- Laboratory Procedures & Specimen Collection
- Infection Prevention
- Wound Care
- Emergency Response
Professional Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Time Management
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate Care
Certification
- LPN - State of Illinois
- EMT - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
- BLS - American Heart Association
- TCCC Provider Level III - DHA, Joint Trauma System
Timeline
Student Nurse
Children's Hospital of Illinois | NICU
05.2026 - 07.2026
LPN
Carle Health Proctor Hospital
06.2024 - Current
LPN/EMT-Basic
USAF
09.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Methodist College
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Air University