Jennifer Coppenbarger
Mustang
Summary
Results-driven nursing professional skilled in critical thinking and effective communication. Experienced in developing individualized care plans and educating families to enhance patient recovery. Ready to support comprehensive healthcare delivery through compassionate advocacy and collaboration. Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to advocating for patients and delivering compassionate care, ensuring optimal outcomes in pediatric healthcare settings. Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with a strong background in pediatric care. Known for effective communication and critical patient assessment skills, contributing to successful interdisciplinary collaboration and improved patient outcomes. Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Oklahoma Children's Hospital at OU Health
Oklahoma City
02.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments to pediatric patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team.
- Educated families on care plans and health management for children's recovery.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care delivery.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance to children and their families during treatments.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
Nurse Extern
Integris Baptist Medical Center
Oklahoma City
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily activities.
- Prepared and maintained patient charts and documentation accuracy.
- Ensured a clean, safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to coordinate patient care plans.
- Shadowed nursing staff to better understand care approaches and learn proper procedures.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting and ambulation.
- Administered medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens for testing.
- Performed basic nursing care procedures, such as wound care and catheter insertion.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient progress towards goals.
- Participated in implementation of individual treatment plans for patients with broad range of health issues.
- Performed physical assessments in alignment with individual treatment plans.
- Engaged in continuous learning to enhance nursing knowledge and skills.
- Observed and reported changes in patient condition to supervising nurse.
- Participated in patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Nurse Technician
Integris Baptist Medical Center
Oklahoma City
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Prepared and restocked medical supplies for efficient workflow.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Supported patients with mobility and personal hygiene tasks.
- Performed vital sign measurements including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure and respiration.
- Answered call lights promptly to respond to patient needs in a timely manner.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards.
- Assisted nurses with patient care activities such as bathing, dressing and feeding.
- Assisted patients during ambulation and moved from one place to another by pushing wheelchairs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted regular rounds throughout the unit to check on patients' comfort level.
- Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
- Ensured all patient information was kept confidential according to HIPAA regulations.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Completed daily patient charting on computer.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
- Monitored telemetry and vital signs for unit to document patients' vitals and heart rhythms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oklahoma Christian University
Edmond, OK11-2023
High School Diploma -
Deer Creek High School
Edmond, OK05-2020
Skills
- Administering medications
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Electronic health records
- Infection control adherence
- Patient care coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical documentation
- Critical thinking
- Training and mentoring staff
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Clinical judgment
- Effective communication
- Medication distribution
- Compassion and empathy
- SBAR communication
- Cardiac care
- Epic EHR management
- Strong clinical judgment
- Mobility assistance
- Lab result interpretation
- Patient satisfaction and process improvement
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Oklahoma Children's Hospital at OU Health
02.2024 - Current
Nurse Extern
Integris Baptist Medical Center
05.2023 - 11.2023
Nurse Technician
Integris Baptist Medical Center
08.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oklahoma Christian University
High School Diploma -
Deer Creek High School