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Jennifer Baker

Scott City,KS

Summary

Compassionate Register Nurse with proven ability to lead teams in delivering patient-centered care while maintaining operational efficiency. Specializing in clinical management, geriatric care, and staff development. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and patient satisfaction.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Critical Access RN

Lane County Hospital
Dighton, Kansas
08.2023 - Current

Organizing transportation for critical patients. Use of Cerner. Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish patient-centered goals and address issues related to patient care. Operated the Sit-to-Stand and Hoyer Lift according to safety guidelines. Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws. Assist providers with medical equipment and supplies for examination and treatment of patients. Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated provider with observations and concerns. Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times. Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.

Agency Registered Nurse

QS Nurses
Great Bend, Kansas
08.2023 - Current

Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medication administration records, and other clinical documentation as required by agency policy using Cerner and Point Click Care. Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns. Provided direct nursing care, including administering medications, treatments, and other interventions according to established protocols. Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition. Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies. Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.

Travel Registered Nurse

Aureus Medical Staffing
Central City, NE
08.2020 - 02.2023

Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care issues. Provided education and support to patients and their families regarding health conditions and treatment plans. Administered medication and treatments to patients as prescribed by physicians in various healthcare settings. Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to appropriate healthcare professionals promptly. Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal quality of care for all patients. Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered. Provided palliative and end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families. Managed emergency care situations, applying critical thinking and rapid decision-making skills.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Garden City Community College
Garden City
05-2020

Vocational - Nursing

Four-D College
Victorville, CA
02-2011

Skills

  • Geriatric Patient Support
  • Medication Administration Proficiency
  • Laboratory Result Analysis
  • Diabetes Monitoring Expertise
  • Intake and discharge
  • Staff supervision
  • Chart updating
  • Precepting
  • Infectious Disease Management
  • Direct nursing care

Certification

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • TNCC
  • PALS
  • RN

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Critical Access RN

Lane County Hospital
08.2023 - Current

Agency Registered Nurse

QS Nurses
08.2023 - Current

Travel Registered Nurse

Aureus Medical Staffing
08.2020 - 02.2023

Associate of Science - Nursing

Garden City Community College

Vocational - Nursing

Four-D College
Jennifer Baker