JENNIFER D'ERRICO
Shelton,CT
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care in an acute care environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse-Critical Care/Med/Surg/Hospice
Griffin Hospital
Derby, CT
10.2019 - Current
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
- Advocate for patients' rights and needs within healthcare settings, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Assist providers with invasive procedures such as central line insertions, arterial line placements, and intubations to provide timely critical care interventions.
- Effectively manage rapidly changing situations in the critical care setting while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
- Administer complex medication regimens and monitor patient responses effectively.
- Manage patients recovery progress post-anesthesia.
- Manage ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Monitor telemetry equipment and interpreted cardiac rhythms to identify potential complications.
- Charge RN
- Oversee delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Deliver high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Provide support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Registered Nurse-Medical/Surgical/Telemetry
Danbury Hospital
Danbury, CT
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Charge RN
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Registered Nurse-Medical/Surgical/Telemetry
Department Of Veteran Affairs
West Haven, CT
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Advanced Medical Support Assistant
Department Of Veterans Affairs
West Haven, CT
07.2016 - 10.2019
- Streamlined front desk operations for improved workflow and reduced wait times.
- Contributed to increased clinic efficiency by accurately maintaining electronic health records and promptly updating patient information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and facilitate seamless transitions between departments.
- Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring the protection of sensitive patient information.
- Increased patient access to care by effectively coordinating referrals to specialists and diagnostic services.
Clerk Typist
State Of Connecticut Department Of Correction
Bridgeport, CT
12.2013 - 07.2016
- Enhanced office efficiency by performing accurate data entry and document processing tasks.
- Supported team members by managing multiple administrative tasks, including filing and scheduling appointments.
- Streamlined communication within the organization through timely responses to emails and phone calls.
- Maintained a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information, ensuring the privacy of clients and colleagues alike.
Appeals and Grievances Coordinator
Health Net
Shelton, CT
04.1999 - 04.2011
- Improved member satisfaction by efficiently managing and resolving appeals and grievances cases.
- Supported team members in understanding complex regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to review cases, identify trends, and develop strategies for addressing recurring issues.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive member information while adhering to HIPAA regulations during case investigations.
- Served as a key resource for colleagues seeking guidance on case-specific issues or regulatory requirements, fostering a cooperative team environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT05-2019
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT05-2015
High School Diploma - undefined
Notre Dame Catholic High School
Fairfield, CT05-1998
Certification
- State of Connecticut Registered Nurse (12/2026)
Certifications
- Certified Hospice & Palliative Care (CHPN) (02/2030)
- BLS (04/2024)
- ACLS (02/2028)
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Medical/Surgical/Telemetry
Danbury Hospital
03.2024 - 02.2025
Registered Nurse-Medical/Surgical/Telemetry
Department Of Veteran Affairs
04.2023 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse-Critical Care/Med/Surg/Hospice
Griffin Hospital
10.2019 - Current
Advanced Medical Support Assistant
Department Of Veterans Affairs
07.2016 - 10.2019
Clerk Typist
State Of Connecticut Department Of Correction
12.2013 - 07.2016
Appeals and Grievances Coordinator
Health Net
04.1999 - 04.2011
High School Diploma - undefined
Notre Dame Catholic High School
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Gateway Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gateway Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University