JENNIFER CONKLIN
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nurse with a strong foundation in medical and surgical nursing completing MSN and DNP degrees at the University of Virginia. Committed to delivering high-quality, individualized patient care. Proficient in comprehensive patient assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning for acute conditions. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes and ensure continuity of care. Known for excellent communication and education abilities, fostering trust, and building rapport with diverse patient populations. Seeking an APRN acute care position that will leverage current knowledge and abilities with a focus on providing exceptional healthcare and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Surgical Subspecialities/Trauma Acute Care
UVA
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Assumed roles as charge nurse and nurse preceptor
- Served on hospital based CLABSI practice committee and participated in unit-based initiatives
Clinical Instructor of Nursing
Piedmont Virginia Community College
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Provided clinical instruction to 10 nursing students on a medical/surgical unit at UVA Health hospital for a total of 80hrs
- Monitored and evaluated the progress of each student through skill competencies and written assessments
RN, Ambulatory General Surgery Clinic
UVA
01.2016 - 09.2019
- Functioned as staff RN and nurse coordinator for general surgery clinics
- Assisted surgeons with minor clinic procedures
RN, Pediatric Outpatient Clinic
UVA
07.2014 - 12.2015
- Provided care to pediatric patients/families in Primary Care, Endocrine, ENT, and Cardiology clinics
- Served as 'phone nurse' once a week answering calls, emails, and triaging patients
RN, Coronary Care Unit
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
11.2012 - 07.2014
- Provided care and education to patients with acute coronary syndrome, stroke, heart failure, post cardiac procedures, etc
- Assumed roles as charge nurse and nurse preceptor
RN, Central Float
Martha Jefferson Hospital
08.2009 - 11.2012
- Provided care and education to patients on the Medical/Surgical Units, Coronary Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Oncology Unit, Pediatric Unit, Postpartum Unit, Newborn Nursery, and Emergency Department
- Served on hospital-based education and work design committees
RN, Pediatric Acute Care
Martha Jefferson Hospital
02.2008 - 08.2009
- Provided care and education to patients and families in an acute medical/surgical setting primarily functioning as charge nurse
- Served on unit and hospital-based education and work design committees
RN, Kluge Children's Rehab Center
UVA
05.2008 - 06.2009
- Provided care and education to patients and families within an acute pediatric rehabilitation facility to facilitate their return home (traumatic brain injury, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, etc.)
RN, Pediatric Hematology Oncology
Inova Fairfax Hospital For Children
01.2007 - 02.2008
- Completed 90-day new graduate fellowship and chemotherapy certification course
- Served as preceptor for new graduate nurses
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice: Nursing -
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05.2025
Master of Science: Nursing -
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05.2024
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA12.2006
Bachelor of Science: Psychology, Health Education Minor -
Longwood University
Farmville, VA05.2004
Accomplishments
- University of Virginia MSN graduate (May 2024) with highest distinction (3.93 GPA)
- Daisy Award nominee
- Longwood University Phyllis Mabel Award for Outstanding Contributions to Longwood University
- Longwood University Citizen Leader Award
AGACNP Clinical Experience
- Completed more than 260hrs of direct patient care at the University of Virginia's Heart Failure Clinic
- Will complete at least 260hrs of direct patient care at the University of Virginia’s General Surgery and Trauma acute care service by April 30, 2024
Certification
- AGACNP-BC, anticipated summer 2024
- Licensed Registered Nurse, expires 2025
- BLS, expires 2025
- CMSRN, expires 2027
Memberships
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners student member
- Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners student member
- Academy of Medical and Surgical nurses member
Timeline
Clinical Instructor of Nursing
Piedmont Virginia Community College
01.2022 - 05.2022
RN, Surgical Subspecialities/Trauma Acute Care
UVA
09.2019 - 09.2022
RN, Ambulatory General Surgery Clinic
UVA
01.2016 - 09.2019
RN, Pediatric Outpatient Clinic
UVA
07.2014 - 12.2015
RN, Coronary Care Unit
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
11.2012 - 07.2014
RN, Central Float
Martha Jefferson Hospital
08.2009 - 11.2012
RN, Kluge Children's Rehab Center
UVA
05.2008 - 06.2009
RN, Pediatric Acute Care
Martha Jefferson Hospital
02.2008 - 08.2009
RN, Pediatric Hematology Oncology
Inova Fairfax Hospital For Children
01.2007 - 02.2008
Doctor of Nursing Practice: Nursing -
University of Virginia
Master of Science: Nursing -
University of Virginia
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
Shenandoah University
Bachelor of Science: Psychology, Health Education Minor -
Longwood University
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