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Jennifer Clark

Plattsburg,MO

Summary

Altruistic Registered Nurse with 8+ years of healthcare industry success. Guided patients through process of receiving medical attention, handling case files and advising on nature of condition and need for physician consultation. Dedicated to restoring health and improving quality of life.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse-Primary/Urgent Care Nurse

Cerner Corp
Kansas City, MO
10.2018 - Current
  • Conducted telephone triage to patient, family and significant others using nursing judgment according to protocol.
  • Covid testing and results and care instructions
  • Educated families and patients regarding conditions, symptoms and care plans.
  • Provided expert critical care response in emergency situations involving illnesses or injuries.
  • Met with patients to gather vitals, evaluate symptoms and assess conditions, ordered diagnostic tests and interpreted laboratory results.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.

Regeistered Nurse-Maternity and NICU

North Kansas City Hospital
North Kansas City Hospital, Missouri
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
  • Monitored and assessed mother and newborn after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
  • Coordinated and consulted with health care team to plan, implement and assess both mother and infant care plans.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Registered Nurse- Urgent Care

Meritas Gashland Clinic
Kansas City, MO
07.2020 - 07.2021
  • Covid testing and relaying results and care instructions
  • Conducted telephone triage to patient, family and significant others using nursing judgment according to protocol.
  • Managed patients with multiple chronic health conditions, acute episodes of care and behavioral health challenges while promoting and supporting prevention and wellness.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

Registered Nurse- Lead

New Birth Company, Overland Park
Overland Park, KS
06.2015 - 02.2021
  • Providing support for mother during labor
  • Monitoring fetal heart rate, and mother's vital signs
  • Measuring strength and timing of contractions
  • Administering medications and performing diagnostic tests
  • Consulting with physicians and other members of care team
  • Identifying and assisting with complications
  • Assisting with various procedures
  • Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants
  • Providing education and support to mothers and families after delivery
  • Blood draws and lab duties
  • General patient care in clinical setting
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance
  • Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability
  • Delegated staff nurse duties
  • Repeatedly commended by patients and peers for outstanding quality of care, received constant mention in care survey responses
  • Acted as preceptor of new staff as well as student nurses

Licensed Massage Therapist

Self Employed
Kansas City, MO
04.2010 - Current
  • Interviewed patients about physical and emotional health, lifestyles and diets to determine potential causes of pain
  • Prescribed soft tissue therapies and corrective exercises to correct acute and chronic conditions
  • Adjusted and modified courses of treatment when needed
  • Counseled patients about general wellness, posture, nutrition, sleeping habits and stress management
  • Provided Massage Therapy services to improve patients pain and discomfort

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Concorde Career College - Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
2014

Associate of Applied Science - Massage Therapy

WellSpring School of Allied Health
Kansas City, MO
2010

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient/family focused
  • High level of autonomy
  • Fast learner
  • Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Care Coordination
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Preventive Healthcare
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Nursing Consultation
  • Patient Examination
  • Specialized Healthcare Referrals

Certification

  • Registered Nurse licensed in Missouri/compact state
  • Registered Nurse licensed in Kansas
  • Basic Life Support
  • NeonatalResuscitation
  • Licensed Massage Therapist in Missouri

Timeline

Regeistered Nurse-Maternity and NICU

North Kansas City Hospital
10.2021 - 03.2022

Registered Nurse- Urgent Care

Meritas Gashland Clinic
07.2020 - 07.2021

Registered Nurse-Primary/Urgent Care Nurse

Cerner Corp
10.2018 - Current

Registered Nurse- Lead

New Birth Company, Overland Park
06.2015 - 02.2021

Licensed Massage Therapist

Self Employed
04.2010 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Concorde Career College - Kansas City

Associate of Applied Science - Massage Therapy

WellSpring School of Allied Health

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