Jennifer Adkins
Riverview,FL
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with over 12 years in patient care, focused on delivering exceptional service through teamwork and communication. Strong critical thinking skills contribute to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare settings, providing compassionate care. Skilled in medical procedures, patient assessments, and effective care coordination.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Neurology
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Employed by Aya Healthcare (Agency), Employed by Facility
- Teaching Hospital: Yes
- Critical Access Hospital: Yes
- Patient Ratio: 5:1
- Unit Bed Count: 20
- Trauma Level: 1
- EHR: EPIC
- Additional Comments: Provided for care for patients under General Neurology, stroke Neurology, Neurosurgery, ENT, OMFS, Plastics
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse – Neurology
University of Maryland Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
- Travel Contract, Employed by Facility
- Charge Experience: Yes
- Teaching Hospital: Yes
- Critical Access Hospital: Yes
- Patient Ratio: 5:1
- Unit Bed Count: 20
- Trauma Level: 1
- EHR: EPIC
- Additional Comments: Provided for care for patients under General Neurology, stroke Neurology, Neurosurgery, ENT, OMFS, Plastics
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix (FKA Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center)
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Travel Contract, Employed by Triage Staffing (Agency)
- Teaching Hospital: Yes
- Patient Ratio: 5:1
- Unit Bed Count: 40
- Trauma Level: 1
- EHR: Cerner
- Additional Comments: PCU UNIT
Registered Nurse – Transplant
Yale New Haven Hospital
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Travel Contract, Employed by Triage Staffing (Agency)
- Teaching Hospital: Yes
- Patient Ratio: 4:1
- Unit Bed Count: 41
- Trauma Level: 1
- EHR: EPIC
- Additional Comments: Worked with mainly med/surg/tele patients on the liver/kidney transplant unit
Registered Nurse – Telemetry
Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Travel Contract, Employed by Triage Staffing (Agency)
- Teaching Hospital: Yes
- Patient Ratio: 5:1
- Unit Bed Count: 47
- EHR: EPIC
- Additional Comments: Medsurg/Tele
Registered Nurse – Med/Surg
Laguna Honda Hospital - SFDHPH
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Travel Contract, Employed by Triage Staffing (Agency)
- EHR: EPIC
Nursing Instructor
University of Maryland School of Nursing
08.2018 - 02.2021
- Partnered with instructors to develop effective teaching strategies that raised student satisfaction levels.
- Managed coordination of clinical rotations, ensuring students gained hands-on experience in diverse nursing fields.
- Introduced simulation-based learning techniques, significantly advancing student critical thinking skills.
- Delivered consistent feedback on assignments, guiding students in identifying strengths and areas for improvement.
- Utilized real-life scenarios and case studies to deepen student comprehension of course material.
- Conducted progress monitoring for each student, providing formal evaluations at the end of clinical placements.
- Mentored students in academic pursuits and career choices to enhance their professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive educational environment by encouraging open communication and constructive feedback.
Registered Nurse – Neurology
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MEDICAL CENTER
07.2017 - 01.2021
- Full Time, Employed by Facility
- Charge Experience: Yes
- Teaching Hospital: Yes
- Patient Ratio: 5:1
- Unit Bed Count: 20
- Trauma Level: 1
- EHR: EPIC
- Additional Comments: Neuro, ENT,OMFS,PLASTIC unit, also monitored pts on Tele
Registered Nurse – Orthopedics
BAYHEALTH KENT GENERAL
08.2013 - 07.2017
- Full Time, Employed by Facility
- Charge Experience: Yes
- Patient Ratio: 5:1
- Unit Bed Count: 20
- Trauma Level: 3
- EHR: EPIC
- Additional Comments: Charting System: EPIC,McKesson
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
WESLEY COLLEGE
Dover01.2013
Skills
- Medication and IV administration skills
- Direct patient assessments and care
- Accurate charting and documentation
- Strong clinical judgment skills
- Management of wounds and injuries
- Certification in ACLS techniques
- Tracheostomy patient care expertise
- Education and counseling for patients
- Advocacy for patient needs and families
- Monitoring of vital signs and conditions
- Setup of intravenous therapy systems
- Precepting new staff members
- Planning for patient discharges
- Coordination within healthcare teams
- Performing electrocardiograms (EKGs)
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Connecticut, Expires December 31, 2023, 188245
- Registered Nurse, Maryland, Expires December 28, 2024, R230035
- Registered Nurse, California, Expires January 31, 2025, RN95326943
- Registered Nurse, Florida, Expires April 30, 2025, RN9629820
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale, Expires April 08, 2022
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale, Expires May 05, 2023
- Basic Life Support, Expires March 31, 2025
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Expires March 31, 2025
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Nominee
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Neurology
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse – Neurology
University of Maryland Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix (FKA Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center)
02.2023 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse – Transplant
Yale New Haven Hospital
11.2021 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse – Telemetry
Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner
04.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse – Med/Surg
Laguna Honda Hospital - SFDHPH
02.2021 - 03.2021
Nursing Instructor
University of Maryland School of Nursing
08.2018 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse – Neurology
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MEDICAL CENTER
07.2017 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse – Orthopedics
BAYHEALTH KENT GENERAL
08.2013 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
WESLEY COLLEGE
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