Jennifer Farber
Bertha,MN
Summary
Compassionate RN committed to quality improvement and nursing staff leadership. Expertise in medication administration and patient education, leveraging multidisciplinary teamwork to optimize care plans and enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
RN CNSS
A Daughter's Love
Staples, Minnesota
10.2020 - Current
- Provided patient care through assessments and monitoring vital signs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create and implement personalized patient care plans.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management strategies and disease prevention techniques.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and company policies.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to measurable enhancements in patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict record keeping standards.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lakewood Health System
Staples, MN
02.2005 - 03.2020
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
- Assisted in triaging patients based on severity of conditions to prioritize care effectively.
- Monitored patient vital signs, promptly reporting changes to medical team for timely interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Provided emotional support to patients during critical situations.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northland Community And Technical College
Thief River Falls, MN12-2004
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Emergency care
- Infection control
- Patient safety
- Patient care coordination
- Electronic health records
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Nursing staff leadership
- Health education
Timeline
RN CNSS
A Daughter's Love
10.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lakewood Health System
02.2005 - 03.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northland Community And Technical College