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Jennifer Chappell

Crystal Hill,Virginia

Summary

Diligent Registered Nursw with comprehensive background in patient care and acute medical settings. Successfully managed diverse patient cases, demonstrating knack for quick decision-making and compassionate care. Proven ability to utilize advanced nursing techniques and foster supportive healthcare environment.

Healthcare professional with robust history in clinical environments, dedicated to improving patient outcomes and ensuring high-quality care. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic patient care and adapt to evolving healthcare needs. Recognized for strong clinical skills and compassionate approach to patient interactions.

Professional healthcare practitioner ready to excel in this role. Brings hands-on experience in patient care, including administering medications and managing treatment plans. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in critical thinking, patient education, and maintaining calm demeanor in high-pressure environments.

Experienced with patient care management in fast-paced medical environments. Utilizes advanced nursing skills to ensure high standards of care and patient safety. Track record of effective communication and collaboration within healthcare teams.

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.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Staff Nurse/charge Nurse

UNC Hillsborough
02.2023 - 07.2024
  • Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider
  • Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission to determine appropriate level of care required based on individual needs
  • Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards
  • Devised customized interventions addressing physical, emotional, social, spiritual aspects of each patient''s well-being while adhering to professional ethics guidelines
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions, revising care plans as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction
  • Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care
  • Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures
  • Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions
  • Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages
  • Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection
  • Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions
  • Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from the hospital to home or other facilities
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management
  • Proficient with EPIC documentation

Registered Nurse, Endoscopy

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital
06.2015 - 01.2023
  • Time management
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient evaluation & education
  • Epic computer documentation
  • Strong communication skills
  • Charge nurse
  • ACLS
  • IV therapy & conscious sedation
  • Staff Supervision
  • Phlebotomy
  • PALS
  • Assists with collecting & labeling specimens
  • Administer medications to patients & monitor reactions or side effects
  • Prepare patients for & assist with examinations, treatments, & procedures such as colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, bone marrow biopsy, & esophagogastroduodenoscopy
  • Functioned in charge nurse role
  • Role switching several times throughout shift (preop, postop, sedation nurse, scrub)
  • Wound care & recovery by dressing, cleaning, & redressing areas
  • Treat conditions & alleviate symptoms by administering oral, IV, & intramuscular medications
  • Briefly trained in scrub nurse role

Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Surgery

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital
06.2015 - 01.2020
  • Managed direct care of Ambulatory Surgery patients (assessments, tracking progress, & documenting care activities)
  • Managed smooth patient flow into & out of the Ambulatory Surgery unit, handling admissions & discharge paperwork
  • Worked simultaneously between the Ambulatory Surgery Department & Endoscopy unit prior to Endoscopy unit transitioning into its own department
  • Functioned in charge nurse role
  • Helped treat patients' conditions & alleviate symptoms by administering oral, IV, & intramuscular medications
  • Stabilized patients experiencing emergency complications & decompensations by administering advanced life support
  • Educated patients on preventive care & lifestyle choices
  • Modified patients' treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses & new physician orders

Registered Nurse, Quick Admit Unit

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital
03.2012 - 06.2015
  • Chosen to lead the opening of Quick Admit Unit & develop routines to transition the unit into a well-functioning department to administer urgent care while waiting to be transitioned to medical floor or ICU
  • Protected patients through monitoring & use of aseptic techniques
  • Stabilized patients experiencing emergency complications & decompensations by administering advanced life support
  • Supported patients' feeding needs through assistive feeding & effective management of gastric tubes
  • Helped patients feel comfortable with treatments & care using culturally appropriate communication while respecting religious and culture beliefs and practices
  • Provided ongoing medical care for those patients held for extended time awaiting bed assignment
  • Functioned as charge nurse for unit and appropriately delegated tasks and assignments
  • Administered wound care therapy, IV therapy, phlebotomy, nutrition therapy, respiratory treatments and various medical treatments as ordered by medical team
  • Coordinated with outside pharmacies and in hospital pharmacy to ensure medication lists were correct and current
  • Promoted and administered vaccines

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital
09.2000 - 03.2012
  • Managed direct care of inpatients, including conducting assessments, tracking progress, & documenting care activities
  • Supported post-surgical patient needs, encouraging ambulation, monitoring, and pain management
  • Adapted care plans based on changing patient conditions & laboratory test results
  • Maintained Neonatal Resuscitation in order to stabilize preterm infants and those with conditions that required intervention
  • Functioned as scrub nurse/circulator during emergency C-sections
  • Developed plan of care with patient to individualize care for that mother to meet her needs and expectations
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood
  • Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact
  • Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients
  • Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management
  • Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions
  • Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care

Registered Nurse, Med-Surg

Halifax Regional Hospital
06.1999 - 09.2000

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
12-2020

Skills

  • Needs assessment
  • Preventive health
  • Patient examination
  • Healthcare personnel supervision
  • Delegation and motivation
  • Rehabilitation assistance
  • Acute care expertise
  • Blood draw and sample collection
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Accurate documentation
  • Critical thinking
  • EPIC EMR software
  • Nursing process
  • Chronic disease management
  • Wound care
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Clinical judgment

Timeline

RN Staff Nurse/charge Nurse

UNC Hillsborough
02.2023 - 07.2024

Registered Nurse, Endoscopy

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital
06.2015 - 01.2023

Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Surgery

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital
06.2015 - 01.2020

Registered Nurse, Quick Admit Unit

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital
03.2012 - 06.2015

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital
09.2000 - 03.2012

Registered Nurse, Med-Surg

Halifax Regional Hospital
06.1999 - 09.2000

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Old Dominion University

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