Jennifer Elliott
Eolia,MO
Summary
Skilled nursing professional with strong background in patient care and team leadership. Proven ability to manage healthcare teams and ensure high standards of care. Adept at coordinating with medical staff, adapting to changing needs, and prioritizing patient outcomes. Known for strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Personable and dedicated with strong background in nursing and healthcare management, well-qualified for advanced leadership roles. Possesses comprehensive understanding of patient care protocols and regulatory compliance, coupled with proficiency in team coordination and clinical oversight. Capable of driving improved patient outcomes and fostering collaborative work environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse, Charge Nurse
Elsberrry Health Care Center
03.2018 - Current
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Charge Nurse
Country View Nursing Facility
11.2014 - 01.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Promoted patient health and wellbeing with compassionate bedside manner and attentive monitoring of vital signs.
- Provided emotional support to patients during times of stress or crisis, fostering resilience and coping skills for long-term success in recovery.
- Facilitated patient recovery through expert wound care, infection control measures, and pain management techniques.
- Served as a mentor and preceptor for new nursing staff, guiding them through the learning process while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pike County Memorial Hospital
01.2011 - 10.2014
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Demonstrated keen attention to detail while conducting head-to-toe assessments on medical surgical patients.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and treatments, ensuring proper execution of orders for better patient outcomes.
- Served as a resource to new hires or nursing students in the Medical Surgical unit, sharing knowledge and providing guidance on best practices.
- Fostered a trusting relationship with patients'' families by addressing their concerns and keeping them informed about the patients'' progress.
Emergency Room Technician
Pike County Memorial Hospital
09.2008 - 12.2011
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted with CPR and emergency procedures.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during their emergency room visit, addressing concerns and offering emotional support when needed.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency room environment to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as training sessions or workshops to stay current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Provided exceptional service by maintaining a professional demeanor and exercising excellent interpersonal skills when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues alike.
- Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients and visitors.
- Streamlined emergency department processes by working closely with other ER technicians, nurses, physicians, and ancillary staff members to coordinate seamless patient care transitions within the hospital setting.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
Assistant Manager
Transwood Carriers Inc.
04.2003 - 07.2005
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Waitress
Beldane's Restaurant
12.1997 - 03.2003
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
Shift Leader
McDonald's Restaurant
11.1997 - 11.1998
- Collaborated with other Shift Managers to maintain consistency in policies enforcement across all shifts, fostering a cohesive workplace culture.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
Restaurant Team Member
Kentucky Fried Chicken
11.1996 - 11.1997
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Displayed excellent teamwork skills while working alongside fellow team members in a fast-paced environment.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Pike Lincolin Technical Center
Eolia, MO08-2009
Accounting - Accounting
Pike Lincoln Technical Center
Eolia, MO05-2005
High School Diploma -
Clopton
Clarksville05-1998
Skills
- Emergency care
- End-of-life care
- Policy compliance
- Geriatric care
- Ethical practice
- Clinical judgment
- Medication administration
- Patient charting
- Critical thinking
- Wound care
- Patient education
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Responsible and dependable
- Physical assessments
- Nursing staff supervision
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Activities of daily living adls
- Patient support
- Wound dressing
- Adaptable and flexible
- Strong clinical judgment
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Point Click Care Knowledge
- Medical paperwork processing
- Procedure explanation
- Patient positioning and transporting
- Analytical thinking
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Patient care
- Reliability
- Effective communication
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing documentation
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse, Charge Nurse
Elsberrry Health Care Center
03.2018 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse, Charge Nurse
Country View Nursing Facility
11.2014 - 01.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pike County Memorial Hospital
01.2011 - 10.2014
Emergency Room Technician
Pike County Memorial Hospital
09.2008 - 12.2011
Assistant Manager
Transwood Carriers Inc.
04.2003 - 07.2005
Waitress
Beldane's Restaurant
12.1997 - 03.2003
Shift Leader
McDonald's Restaurant
11.1997 - 11.1998
Restaurant Team Member
Kentucky Fried Chicken
11.1996 - 11.1997
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Pike Lincolin Technical Center
Accounting - Accounting
Pike Lincoln Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Clopton
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