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Jennifer Greear

Rocky River,Ohio

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with over 20 years of experience, 16 years as a Registered Nurse. Great organizational and time management skills along with leadership training. Ability to work in fast paced environment, exceptional at multitasking and meeting deadlines. BLS; NRP; 8 years in the Military as an Automated Logistics Specialist.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Floor Nurse

Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
09.2023 - Current
  • Provided postpartum care to mothers and babies, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and educating patients on breastfeeding techniques.
  • Assessed newborns for health issues such as jaundice, low blood sugar levels, and congenital abnormalities.
  • Performed physical exams of newborns according to established protocols.
  • Instructed parents in infant care techniques such as diapering, bathing, feeding, and swaddling.
  • Developed patient-centered plans of care based on assessment findings and individualized needs of the mother-baby dyad.
  • Collaborated with physicians to implement appropriate interventions for high risk maternal and fetal conditions.
  • Ensured safe transition from hospital to home by providing comprehensive discharge teaching and follow up instructions for mother-baby dyads.
  • Administered vaccines according to immunization guidelines set forth by Centers for Disease Control.
  • Provided emotional support to new mothers regarding breastfeeding difficulties or other concerns.
  • Educated families about potential risks associated with preterm births or multiples deliveries.
  • Performed physical assessments of newborns in the NICU and provided appropriate interventions as needed.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, colleagues and other healthcare personnel.
  • Provided pre-and post-delivery education on breastfeeding, nutrition, infant safety, newborn care and parenting skills to mothers.
  • Assessed high risk obstetrical patients and provided appropriate medical care.

RN Case Manager

CareSource
Cleveland, OH
11.2017 - 11.2024
  • Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
  • Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

RN

IntelyCare
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.

Triage Nurse

Relate Care
Cleveland, Ohio
09.2020 - 07.2023
  • Answer incoming patient calls, gathering history and symptoms to determine scope of medical complaints.
  • Rendered telephone advice according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Collected data to represent symptom onset, presenting problem and medical diagnoses.
  • Maintained confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and client facility staff.
  • Communicated triage information to primary care team to discuss disposition.
  • Reviewed medical chart and requested appointments, prescriptions and consultations for urgent needs.
  • Documented services discussed and provided details in electronic medical records.

RN Oncology Care Coordinator

University Hospitals
Cleveland, Ohio
01.2016 - 11.2017

RN care coordinator for busy medical oncology team. Order entry, chemo education, develop and implement care plans, interdisciplinary coordination and scheduling, verify benefits and complete prior authorization for medications and tests, phone triage, oral chemotherapy task force, oncology care model task force.

  • Answered calls quickly to answer patient questions.
  • Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
  • Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.

Cleveland Clinic Staffing Resources Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Cleveland, Ohio
04.2013 - 07.2016

Float system wide to help fill in open shifts. Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.

Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.

Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.

  • Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
  • Completed required forms and chart documentation, including recording vital signs, medications and other information using EPIC.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
  • Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.

Call center RN, Seidman Cancer Center ambulatory pavilion

United Med Source
Cleveland, Ohio
10.2015 - 01.2016
Demonstrates clear communication and effective collaboration to optimize patient care and clinical operations. Manages patient care through phone and in-person. Coordinates patient care through clinical experience.

RN, Vascular Surgery Step-down unit

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Cleveland, Ohio
02.2009 - 04.2013

Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit.Implemented floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 5-7 high acuity patients per shift. Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.

Health Unit Coordinator

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Cleveland, Ohio
02.2006 - 02.2009

On a fast paced nursing unit, coordinated patient care. Entered physician orders into the electronic medical chart. Transcribed medications. Answered and placed calls to physicians. Coordinated patient transportation to and from impatient tests.

Automated Logistics Specialist

Ohio Army National Guard
, Ohio
11.2000 - 11.2008

Basic Combat Training; Quatermaster training. Worked in an Engineer Battalion in the motor pool. Maintained vehicle records and coordinated operator training and licensing.

Direct Care Staff

Luther Home of Mercy
Williston, Ohio
11.2000 - 02.2006

Provided direct patient care to residents with mental and physical disabilities. Assisted with activities of daily living.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ohio University
07.2023

Associates of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Cuyahoga Community College
2008

Pre-nursing

University of Toledo

Skills

  • Enthusiastic caregiver
  • Diabetes and Stroke Patient Care
  • Flow sheet charting
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Develop and monitor care plans
  • Prior authorization
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Triage RN
  • Charge RN
  • Cardiac monitoring
  • Interdisciplinary team member/coordinator
  • EPIC charting system
  • CCA charting system
  • Pre and Post-Surgical care
  • MS Office
  • Excel
  • RN Case Management
  • Teams

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certified. S.T.A.B.L.E Certified.

Timeline

RN Floor Nurse

Cleveland Clinic
09.2023 - Current

RN

IntelyCare
07.2022 - 09.2023

Triage Nurse

Relate Care
09.2020 - 07.2023

RN Case Manager

CareSource
11.2017 - 11.2024

RN Oncology Care Coordinator

University Hospitals
01.2016 - 11.2017

Call center RN, Seidman Cancer Center ambulatory pavilion

United Med Source
10.2015 - 01.2016

Cleveland Clinic Staffing Resources Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
04.2013 - 07.2016

RN, Vascular Surgery Step-down unit

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
02.2009 - 04.2013

Health Unit Coordinator

Cleveland Clinic Foundation
02.2006 - 02.2009

Automated Logistics Specialist

Ohio Army National Guard
11.2000 - 11.2008

Direct Care Staff

Luther Home of Mercy
11.2000 - 02.2006

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Ohio University

Associates of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Cuyahoga Community College

Pre-nursing

University of Toledo
Jennifer Greear