Jennifer Eastman
TAMPA,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in acute-paced 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
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered-nurse
BayCare Health System - St. Joseph North Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
Rasmussen University
01.2021 - Current
- Enhanced clinical learning experiences by incorporating innovative teaching strategies and relevant case studies.
- Evaluated student performance through ongoing assessment, providing constructive feedback and promoting academic growth.
- Provided a supportive learning environment by addressing individual student needs and fostering open communication.
RN
Chapters Health
02.2020 - 08.2023
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about end of life.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding pain management options and progress updates.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall experience.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Arcadia Hospice
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on patient acuity levels.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
RN
Siteman Cancer Center
10.2016 - 02.2017
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Solano Community College
Fairfield, CA05.2016
Skills
- Mobility Assistance
- Lab Result Interpretation
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Health Screening
- Precepting
- Case Management
- Care Planning
- Wound Care
- Patient Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Emotional Awareness
- Hospice Philosophy Understanding
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
Certification
CA RN active #95100852
FL RN active #9522737
CHPN certificate
Affiliations
- Military-MacDill AFB
- American Red Cross
References
Nicholas James
Melech Hospice House Physician
Chapters Healthcare System, FL
561-859-5237
Shea Gee
Former Command Chief Master Sergeant
6th AMW MacDill AFB, FL
813-828-4361
Denise Musto-Schiavano
Behavioral Health Rn
Baycare Health System
727 597 9825
Timeline
Registered-nurse
BayCare Health System - St. Joseph North Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
Rasmussen University
01.2021 - Current
RN
Chapters Health
02.2020 - 08.2023
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Arcadia Hospice
08.2017 - 08.2019
RN
Siteman Cancer Center
10.2016 - 02.2017
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Solano Community College
CA RN active #95100852
FL RN active #9522737
CHPN certificate
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