Jennifer Adams

• 20+ years in ICU, Open Heart, Cath lab, Vascular lab, ED, PACU, Pre-OP and Infusion

• Unit Management, charge, Case Management, Administrator

• Healthcare computer systems; Meditech, Carelink, Epic, HCHB, Netsmart, Cerner

• Nursing education including preceptor, skills educator, and orientation specialist.

• Medicare regulations

• Oasis documentation

• Job description: Administration, Patient Care Manager, Field RN
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

• Assessed individual student needs to create lesson plans addressing academic strengths and interests of students, while fostering development, and growth.
• Implemented data-driven instruction by regularly assessing student progress and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
• Developed curriculum materials that aligned with state standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required content.
• Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills by integrating problem-solving tasks and real-world applications into lessons.
• Developed solutions to improve performance.

ICU contracts at various facilities

• Optimized resource utilization by prioritizing tasks effectively while ensuring timely completion of essential nursing duties.
• Facilitated safe transitions for patients from ICU to step-down units or discharge by coordinating with healthcare team members and providing thorough hand-off reports.
• Assisted in the development of evidence-based practice guidelines for the Cardiovascular ICU through participation in relevant research initiatives.
• Advocated for patients'' rights within the healthcare system, ensuring their voices were heard and respected during care planning discussions.

• CVICU
• Assisted with invasive CVICU procedures, such as central line placements and pulmonary artery catheter insertions, ensuring aseptic technique and patient comfort throughout the process.
• Demonstrated proficiency in titrating vasoactive medications according to physician orders while closely monitoring hemodynamic parameters for early detection of adverse effects or trends that may require intervention or escalation of care.
• Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management during critical events.
• Participated in daily rounds with physicians, contributing valuable insights into patient conditions based on continuous assessments.

• Field Nurse/ Case manager
• Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
• Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
• Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
• Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.

• ICU contract
• Improved patient outcomes through accurate interpretation of vital signs, lab results, and telemetry data for timely intervention.
• Upheld ethical standards in nursing practice by maintaining patient confidentiality, obtaining informed consent before invasive procedures, and advocating for patient autonomy.
• Collaborated with levels of healthcare providers in prioritizing surgical cases and resources.
• Identified patient care problems and implemented corrective actions in alignment with hospital policies, procedures and regulations.
• Provided mentorship to novice nurses through preceptorship experiences, sharing critical care expertise and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Prevented medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when administering medications via multiple routes including IV infusions, injections, and oral medications.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and skills, ultimately benefiting patient care.
• Streamlined patient flow by assisting with admissions, discharges, and transfers of critically ill patients within the hospital setting.
• Worked with physicians, nurses, technicians and therapists to formulate, implement and modify individual care plans.
• Championed patient-centered care by actively involving patients and their families in treatment decisions and goal-setting discussions.
• Provided high-quality care for critically ill patients with various conditions such as sepsis, respiratory failure, and multi-organ dysfunction.

• ICU staff nurse
• Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
• Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
• Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
• Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.Lo

• Clinical Nursing Instructor for LPN’s in Long term care setting
• Collaborated with fellow instructors to devise effective teaching strategies, resulting in increased student satisfaction.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in nursing education and ensuring high-quality instruction.
• Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate and graduate students on pharmacology.
• Participated in curriculum development initiatives, contributing to the continuous improvement of the nursing program.

• Nursing Coordinator
• Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
• Streamlined communication between interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes.
• Conducted regular evaluations of nursing care coordinator performance, providing constructive feedback to drive professional growth and development.
• Promoted evidence-based practice by staying current on relevant research findings and integrating them into daily operations when appropriate.

• ICU staff nurse