Jennifer Fredette
Herriman,UT
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare
Riverton, Utah
02.2023 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive patient care in fast-paced hospital environment.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed patient care plans in conjunction with interdisciplinary teams.
- Assisted in wound care and conducted dressing changes for surgical patients.
Float Registered Nurse
Salt Lake Behavioral Health
Salt Lake City, Utah
01.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in diverse behavioral health settings.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff consistently.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
Nurse Manager for Addiction Medicine Interim
Salt Lake Behavioral Health
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
- Managed nursing staff, reviewing task completion, prioritization, and report quality.
Nursing House Supervisor PRN
Salt Lake Behavioral Health
Salt Lake City, UT
12.2016 - 01.2023
- Enforced disease prevention protocols among staff members, patients and visitors.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Completed daily rounds on the different units within the hospital to verify nursing service personnel performed acceptable nursing standards.
- Maintained the correct number of staff to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone, and in person.
Charge Registered Nurse
Salt Lake Behavioral Health
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2013 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals
- Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Met with administrators to discuss patient care status, issues, and information.
- Floated to the follow departments as needed: Crisis stabilization, Adult general psychiatric, Detox, Geriatric, Military trauma, Adolescent, Addiction Medicine Rehab.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Salt Lake Behavioral Health
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2011 - 03.2013
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Marks Hospital
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2008 - 05.2011
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Safely practiced nursing skills such as placing IVs, NG tubes, catheters, PICC line and central line cares, ostomy maintenance, wound care, and medication administration.
- Trained and mentored new RNs and students on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Advanced Practice Assistant
St. Marks Hospital
Salt Lake City, UT
05.2007 - 01.2008
- Repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to maintain personal hygiene.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08.2021
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing -
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT12.2007
Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Collaborative teamwork
Timeline
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare
02.2023 - Current
Float Registered Nurse
Salt Lake Behavioral Health
01.2023 - Current
Nurse Manager for Addiction Medicine Interim
Salt Lake Behavioral Health
08.2022 - 01.2023
Nursing House Supervisor PRN
Salt Lake Behavioral Health
12.2016 - 01.2023
Charge Registered Nurse
Salt Lake Behavioral Health
03.2013 - 08.2022
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Salt Lake Behavioral Health
03.2011 - 03.2013
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Marks Hospital
01.2008 - 05.2011
Advanced Practice Assistant
St. Marks Hospital
05.2007 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing -
Salt Lake Community College