Jennifer Edwards
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable in a variety of EMR charting systems, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Highly adaptable to new working environments after working as a travel nurse for 5 years.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel RN
Triage Staffing Inc.
03.2023 - Current
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient's condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Managed patient assignments of up to 8 patients at a time depending on assignment location and whether it was a day/night shift.
Travel RN
Atlas Medstaff
07.2019 - 01.2024
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in adjusting to varying acuity levels within diverse units while maintaining consistent attention to detail.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Served as a resource to colleagues by sharing clinical expertise and offering guidance in challenging situations, fostering an environment of mutual professional growth.
- Managed patient assignments of up to 8 patients at a time depending on assignment location and whether it was a day/night shift.
Oncology RN
Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines, CHI Health
06.2016 - 03.2019
- Developed strong rapport with patients by attentively listening to their concerns and addressing them promptly.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in oncology nursing.
- Administered chemotherapy treatments safely and accurately, maintaining a high level of patient safety.
- Managed patient assignments of up to 7 patients at a time depending on whether it was a day/night shift.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue Global University
Online07.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaplan University
Urbandale, IA04.2016
Skills
- Diabetes management
- Nursing Documentation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Oncology Nursing
- Care Plan Development
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Multitasking
Timeline
Travel RN
Triage Staffing Inc.
03.2023 - Current
Travel RN
Atlas Medstaff
07.2019 - 01.2024
Oncology RN
Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines, CHI Health
06.2016 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue Global University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaplan University