Jennifer Haasch
Ridgeway
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse with over 15 years of critical care and leadership experience. Proven expertise in multitasking, time management, and effective delegation. Skilled in triaging, bed management, and staff supervision, consistently delivering compassionate and patient-centered care. Demonstrating a strong work ethic, prioritizing resource optimization to achieve positive patient outcomes. Recognized for resolving patient complaints and concerns with excellent customer service. Committed to fostering a collaborative team environment and enhancing the quality of care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
House Supervisor
Piedmont Medical Center
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Reviewed clinical documentation to asses standards and quality of care.
- Monitored patient acuity levels closely, adjusting staffing assignments as needed for optimal care delivery.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly and effectively, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
- Provided emergency response during shifts and when on-call.
- Mentored new nurses, providing guidance on hospital policies and procedures, fostering professional growth and development.
- Promoted evidence-based practices among nursing staff by staying current on industry trends and research, sharing knowledge with colleagues.
House Supervisor/ ICU nurse
MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted regular rounds on all units to assess overall functioning of the department while addressing any issues or concerns that arose.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding patient conditions, updates and necessary care changes.
- Enhanced patient care quality by supervising and coordinating nursing staff activities across multiple departments.
- Coordinated staffing needs during emergency situations, ensuring adequate resources were available for patient care.
ED Nurse Manager
HSHS St. Nicholas Hospital
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, such as intubations, central line insertions, and wound care management.
- Facilitated efficient patient flow through the emergency department by coordinating admissions, transfers, discharges as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans and ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Reduced wait times by effectively prioritizing patient treatment based on acuity and individual needs.
Critical Care Nurse Supervisor/ ED Nurse
Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
02.2009 - 06.2022
- Managed complex ventilation settings and titrated vasoactive medications in accordance with established protocols and physician orders.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families during difficult transitions.
- Delivered high-quality direct patient care to diverse populations in the critical care setting including trauma, cardiovascular, neurologic, pulmonary, and surgical cases.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based critical care nursing practices.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by assisting with staff scheduling, training, and clinical resource management.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions, intubations, and chest tube placements to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago05.2013
Associate Degree - Nursing
North Central Technical College
12.2008
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
North Central Technical College
05-2007
Technical Certificate - Psychology
North Central Technical College
05.2006
Skills
- Event Planning
- Schedule coordination
- Health and safety
- Scheduling coordination
Certification
- Nominated for the Florence Nightingale award, 2019
- BLS, ACLS, PALS certified
- Trauma Nursing Core Course
Degree
BSN, RN
Leadership Experience
- Preceptor and Charge Nurse
- Code Team Leader and Rapid Response Nurse
- Administrative Representative/House Supervisor
- ICU/AAU Nursing Supervisor
- Emergency Department Manager
Timeline
House Supervisor
Piedmont Medical Center
06.2023 - 01.2025
House Supervisor/ ICU nurse
MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center
11.2022 - 06.2023
ED Nurse Manager
HSHS St. Nicholas Hospital
06.2022 - 09.2022
Critical Care Nurse Supervisor/ ED Nurse
Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
02.2009 - 06.2022
Technical Certificate - Psychology
North Central Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate Degree - Nursing
North Central Technical College
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing
North Central Technical College
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