Jennifer Chasek
Mitchell,NE
Summary
Knowledgeable and proactive Registered Nurse with 12 years experience, 10 of those in the operating room and 6 months in Intensive Care. Organized and dependable ICU nurse with proven skills in coordinating and implementing treatment plans. Handles needs of patients with common presentations and complex cases, including responding expertly to diverse emergencies. Calm and insightful during stressful situations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Regional West Medical Center
2024.01 - Current
- Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
- Delegated work to nursing support staff and monitored performance to protect patients and maintain optimal care standards.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Documented and carried out directives of primary intensivists.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
Travel Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center - West Campus
2022.05 - 2023.05
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Regional West Medical Center
2014.10 - 2022.05
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Regional West Medical Center
2011.07 - 2014.10
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regional West Medical Center
2009.04 - 2011.07
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered high-quality care to post surgical patients in hospital facility.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL12.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Western Nebraska Community College
Scottsbluff, NE05.2011
GED -
Chadron GED
Chadron, NE05.1997
Skills
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- Organ donor procedures
- Intravenous therapy
- Endotracheal intubation
- Advanced Life Support
- Neurological monitoring
- Respiratory maintenance
- Clinical judgment
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Emergency Interventions
- Pulmonary Assessments
- Reliable and Responsible
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- Cardiac monitors
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Regional West Medical Center
2024.01 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center - West Campus
2022.05 - 2023.05
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Regional West Medical Center
2014.10 - 2022.05
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Regional West Medical Center
2011.07 - 2014.10
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regional West Medical Center
2009.04 - 2011.07
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Western Nebraska Community College
GED -
Chadron GED
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