JENNIFER ESCOBAR
Coral Springs,FL
Summary
Highly skilled Registered Nurse with extensive experience in diverse healthcare settings, including weight loss center, medically fragile pediatric care, juvenile detention, psych county jail, head and neck unit, bariatric unit, oncology IMCU and bone marrow transplant unit, as well as med-surg tele float pool. Proven ability to work effectively in challenging environments, providing exceptional patient care and advocating for optimal health outcomes. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and maintaining open communication to ensure seamless healthcare delivery. Possess strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Memorial Healthcare System MS/Tele
Pembroke Pines, FL
04.2023 - Current
- Monitor/care for Medical, and Tele patients.
- Float to various med surg tele units across hospital system.
- Electrolyte replacements, blood transfusions, heparin/insulin drips.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
RN
MHS Staffing/ Oncology IMCU/BMT
Pembroke Pines, FL
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Monitor/care for IMCU, Medical, and Tele Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant patients, and End of Life patients.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Electrolyte replacements, blood transfusions, heparin/insulin drips.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
RN
Krucial Staffing/ COVID
Houston, TX
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Monitor/care for medical patients/COVID/post-op patients
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Remdesivir, blood transfusions, heparin/insulin drips
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
RN
Emory Healthcare, Head and Neck/Bariatric Surgery
Atlanta, GA
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Monitor/care for post-op Laryngectomy/Tracheostomy/Bariatric Surgery patients. Monitor Head & Neck Cancer surgery patients.
- Monitor free flaps/donor recipient sites, donor graft sites, and skin grafts.
- Maintaining fresh post-op surgically created airways.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Blood transfusions, electrolyte replacements, heparin/insulin drips.
- Educate patients on care of invasive lines, drains, wound care, feeding tubes, meds, importance of follow up visits, and when to seek emergency care.
LPN II
Jackson Health Systems
Miami, FL
02.2017 - 10.2020
- Provide care as determined by assessment of patient status, detox, juvenile, OB, psych
- Educate patients as needed about disease process and importance of medication compliance
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
LPN II
Maxim Staffing/Broward Juvenile Detention Center
Miami, FL
12.2016 - 02.2017
- Assisted doctor/ARNP in examinations of patients
- Assessed patients for sick calls and after fights
- Prepared medication and paperwork for patient transfers to other facilities or outside health care appointments.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
LPN
Maxim Homecare
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
09.2016 - 02.2017
- Cared for medically fragile children
- Observed/assessed and reported changes in patient status to clinical supervisor/doctor
- Educated patient and family as needed about disease process and diet.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
LPN
Health Testing Centers
Oakland Park, FL
10.2014 - 06.2016
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Reported mandatory communicable diseases to the appropriate county.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
LPN/Weight Loss Coach
Physicians Weight Loss Centers
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
02.2014 - 10.2014
- Assessed body composition and BMI, following health protocols.
- Performed EKG’s and venipunctures
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Followed clients progress weekly
- Recorded payments, deposited cash and checks daily.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Unit Secretary
Cleveland Clinic Florida
Weston, FL
05.2008 - 11.2013
- Compiled physical and digital documents, charts and reports.
- Transcribed doctors' orders, including medication and lab test requests.
- Executed clerical tasks and assisted with unit duties to keep departments running smoothly.
- Managed unit call reception and routed calls to correct department.
- Ordered and maintained supply inventory for medical office.
- Floated to various departments to provide secretarial services.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Miramar, FL04.2020
LPN Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Sheridan Technical Center
Hollywood, FL08.2012
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Emotional Intelligence
- Team Coordination
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- EMR Systems, Epic, Cerner
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- SBAR Communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Bi-Lingual in English and Spanish
Affiliations
Registered Nurse State of FL/Compact
Licensed Practical Nurse State of FL
BLS American Heart Association
ACLS American Heart Association
Languages
Timeline
RN
Memorial Healthcare System MS/Tele
04.2023 - Current
RN
MHS Staffing/ Oncology IMCU/BMT
12.2021 - 03.2023
RN
Krucial Staffing/ COVID
08.2021 - 10.2021
RN
Emory Healthcare, Head and Neck/Bariatric Surgery
10.2020 - 08.2021
LPN II
Jackson Health Systems
02.2017 - 10.2020
LPN II
Maxim Staffing/Broward Juvenile Detention Center
12.2016 - 02.2017
LPN
Maxim Homecare
09.2016 - 02.2017
LPN
Health Testing Centers
10.2014 - 06.2016
LPN/Weight Loss Coach
Physicians Weight Loss Centers
02.2014 - 10.2014
Unit Secretary
Cleveland Clinic Florida
05.2008 - 11.2013
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
LPN Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Sheridan Technical Center
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