Jennifer Fortune, BSN-RN

Registered Nurse

Bon Secours Mercy Health

07.2000 - Current

Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Registered Nurse

Education

Doctor of Family Nurse Practitioner - Nursing

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Associate of Science - Nursing

Skills

Certification

Awards

Professional Organization

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Doctor of Family Nurse Practitioner - Nursing

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Associate of Science - Nursing

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