Hi, I’m
Jennifer Ellis
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with 24 years of diverse experience in direct patient care in a variety of specialties and settings. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with corrections, pre and post op care, emergency, and surgical specialties. Successful and confident at providing safe, accurate, and efficient patient care while working calmly under pressure. Dedicated to providing top quality care within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Michigan Department Of Corrections
Correctional Nurse
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each inmate.
- Delivered compassionate nursing care while maintaining professional boundaries and upholding ethical standards within the prison setting.
Ascension Borgess Hospital
Operating Room Circulator
02.2019 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Counted surgical instruments and sponges used in procedures upon completion of operations.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Prepared operating rooms to uphold strict asepsis standards.
- Observed, checked and monitored equipment used during surgery to confirm proper operation.
- Collected, labeled and processed patient specimens carefully and accurately for testing.
- Responded to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Vascular Health Center
Interventional Radiology Nurse
10.2017 - 02.2019
Job overview
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
Michigan Medicine University of Michigan
Travel Registered Nurse, PACU
10.2016 - 10.2017
Job overview
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Ascension Borgess Hospital
Registered Nurse, ED, ICU, PACU
06.2005 - 10.2016
Job overview
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Assessed patients upon admission and throughout each shift to quickly spot and respond to life-threatening concerns.
- Administered medications and treatment plans in accordance with physician orders.
Kellogg Community College
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
01.2016 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Observed and evaluated student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects and examinations.
- Guided and supervised nursing students in clinical learning activities.
- Designed personal clinical assignments consistent with student's knowledge base, competency and learning needs.
- Contributed subject matter expertise toward improving overall training program and skills displayed by student nurses.
Owosso Memorial Hospital
Critical Care Registered Nurse Traveler
09.2015 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Assessed patients, documented observations and reviewed patient charts to determine care needs.
- Provided direct care in critical care unit.
- Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Battle Creek Health System
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
08.2001 - 03.2005
Job overview
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Lifecare Ambulance
Paramedic
03.1998 - 02.2003
Job overview
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Treated patients suffering from variety of illnesses and ailments, including heart attacks, strokes, motor vehicle accident injuries and other life threatening conditions.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
Education
The Robert B. Miller CollegeBattle Creek, MI
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
12.2014
Kellogg Community CollegeBattle Creek, MI
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
06.2002
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- Physical assessments
- Prison protocols
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate and Caring
- Palliative and Pain Management
- OR and ER experience
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Direct Patient Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Correctional Nurse
Michigan Department Of Corrections
01.2022 - Current
Operating Room Circulator
Ascension Borgess Hospital
02.2019 - 09.2021
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Vascular Health Center
10.2017 - 02.2019
Travel Registered Nurse, PACU
Michigan Medicine University of Michigan
10.2016 - 10.2017
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Kellogg Community College
01.2016 - 05.2016
Critical Care Registered Nurse Traveler
Owosso Memorial Hospital
09.2015 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse, ED, ICU, PACU
Ascension Borgess Hospital
06.2005 - 10.2016
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Battle Creek Health System
08.2001 - 03.2005
Paramedic
Lifecare Ambulance
03.1998 - 02.2003
The Robert B. Miller College
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Kellogg Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing