Jennifer Brooks-Simmons
Bowman,SC
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Registered Nurse with a robust background in both clinical and leadership roles, notably at Roper Saint Frances. Excelled in patient care planning and diabetes management, blending technical expertise with culturally-sensitive care. Proven track record in improving patient outcomes and fostering team excellence. Demonstrates exceptional clinical judgment and patient advocacy skills.
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 leader.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Roper Saint Frances
02.2022 - Current
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Master Sergeant
United States Air Force, USAF
08.1995 - 06.2017
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens to obtain samples for analysis.
- Maintained patient records and reports to enable tracking history and provide accurate and up-to-date information for physicians and other medical staff.
- Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
- Consulted with outside professionals and specialists about tests and testing results.
- Used correct formulas and procedures to prepare solutions and reagents for testing needs.
- Removed samples of materials following good practices to achieve accurate test results.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC12-2024
Skills
- IV management
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Healthcare billing
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Vaccine administration
- Health care consultation
- Discharge coordination
- Health screening
- Infectious disease control
- Medical assessment
- Lab result interpretation
- Precepting
- Direct and indirect patient care
- Patient assessments
- Removing sutures
- Feeding pumps
- Clinical judgment
- Care planning
- Patient consultation
- Direct nursing care
- Immunization skills
- Chronic disease management
- Patient care planning
- Emergency response
- Family advocacy
- Evaluations
- BLS instructor
- Chest pain management
- Oxygen saturation standards
- IV setup
- Mobility assistance
- Disease prevention and intervention specialist
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (CMSRN) - Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Roper Saint Frances
02.2022 - Current
Master Sergeant
United States Air Force, USAF
08.1995 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Charleston Southern University
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