Jennifer Baron
Canterbury,CT
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven team player.
Having worked in a busy family practice as a medical assistant from 2002-2006 in addition to my years of nursing, I have had the experience of caring for patients in various settings. I enjoy working with the pediatric population up to geriatrics. Recently I have fulfilled my dream of participating in a medical mission to Honduras in March 2024. I was blessed to have continued to provide quality care for those in need.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Backus Hospital
Registered Nurse
River Valley Ambulatory Surgery Center
Norwich, CT
05.2018 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Ensured continuity of care by effectively documenting patient assessments, interventions, responses, and progress in electronic medical records systems.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities related to PACU nursing practice.
- Promoted teamwork among colleagues through active participation in huddles, meetings, initiatives, and collaborative projects within the department.
- 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.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Backus Hospital
Norwich, CT
07.2010 - 05.2018
- Contributed to a positive work culture by actively participating in team meetings, sharing insights, and offering support to colleagues as needed.
- Provided compassionate preoperative care by addressing patient concerns and thoroughly explaining each step of the surgical process.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized patient care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Proactively identified potential areas for improvement within the department, collaborating with leadership to implement changes that increased efficiency and quality of care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Reduced recovery times for patients by providing efficient post-operative care and timely discharge instructions.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department, analyzing current practices and making recommendations for improvements that ultimately enhanced patient outcomes.
- Provided one-on-one education to patients on pain management techniques, promoting comfort and reducing the need for excessive medication use postoperatively.
- Improved overall patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality care and fostering strong relationships with patients and their families.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Backus Hospital
Norwich, CT
09.2006 - 07.2010
- Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to recognize early signs of complications, allowing for timely interventions and preventing adverse outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying pertinent data that informed care plan development and intervention implementation.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently implementing evidence-based nursing practices in medical-surgical settings.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing patient care delivery within the medical-surgical setting.
- Promoted teamwork among staff members through open communication channels, resulting in improved morale and enhanced coordination of care efforts.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and their families during difficult medical situations, fostering a sense of trust and promoting positive relationships.
- Promoted a culture of safety by adhering to infection control protocols, reducing the incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Becker College
Worcester, MA08.2006
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Quinebaug Valley Community College
Danielson, CT05.2002
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical judgment
- Wound Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Training staff
- Cardiac monitors
- Student Precepting
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
River Valley Ambulatory Surgery Center
05.2018 - Current
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Backus Hospital
07.2010 - 05.2018
RN, Medical-Surgical
Backus Hospital
09.2006 - 07.2010
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Backus Hospital
Associate of Science - Nursing
Becker College
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Quinebaug Valley Community College