Jennifer Black
Worthington,MN
Summary
Professionally trained registered nurse with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mayo Clinic Health System
St. James, MN
10.2022 - Current
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vitals and documented changes in electronic health records.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Managed caseload of 4-5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Circulating Registered Nurse in Surgery
Sanford Health
Worthington, MN
07.2020 - 10.2022
- Prepared surgical instruments and ensured sterile environment for procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical team to enhance workflow efficiency in operating room.
- Supported successful surgical outcomes by providing skilled assistance during all phases of the surgical process, from pre-op to post-op care.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by consistently adhering to hospital policies and procedures related to surgery protocols.
Clinical Director and Case Manager
Compassionate Care Hospice
Worthington, MN
03.2008 - 06.2020
- Oversaw private and MCR billing, payroll, AP, and AR and verified that proper procedures were followed.
- Consistently complied with applicable laws and regulations and ensured facility adhered to Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
- Confidently managed the overall operation of nursing services and patient care, including financial management, quality assurance, patient care, safety risk management, teammate satisfaction, quality index scores and facility maintenance.
- Administered job knowledge assessments and competency testing for certification-level training.
- Monitored Infection Control and Critical Incidents, Risk Management and Quality Improvement plans.
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition as well as areas for improvement.
- Led the planning and achievement of goals and objectives consistent with the agency mission and philosophy.
- Encouraged creative thinking, problem solving, and empowerment as part of the facility management group to improve morale and teamwork.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans in alignment with hospice standards.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance communication and care coordination.
- Advocated for patient needs while maintaining alignment with organizational goals.
- Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Provide ongoing case management to patients to implement appropriate treatment plan, adhere to quality models and maximize utilization of services needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Led accreditation efforts, resulting in successful audits and continued compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Sanford Regional Hospital Worthington
Worthington, MN
04.2001 - 09.2008
- Acute and chronic patient care in med-surg unit, obstetrics and behavioral health, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment
- Effectively supervised LPN's and CNA's
- High level of personal accountability
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnosis
- Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the shift working as charge nurse.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Worthington Community College
Worthington, MN1998
Skills
- Strong clinical judgement
- High level of autonomy
- Patient/family focused
- Problem resolution capability
- Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines
- Professional bedside manner
Additional Information
Certified in ACLS, BLS, PALS and TNCC.
Active member of Unit Council for MCHS St. James
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mayo Clinic Health System
10.2022 - Current
Circulating Registered Nurse in Surgery
Sanford Health
07.2020 - 10.2022
Clinical Director and Case Manager
Compassionate Care Hospice
03.2008 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse
Sanford Regional Hospital Worthington
04.2001 - 09.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Worthington Community College