Jennifer Hargrave
Warrenton,United States
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with 20 years of experience in LDRP(11years) and Medical-Surgical nursing(9 years). Skilled in direct patient care, developing comprehensive care plans and educating patients, with a strong focus on teamwork and critical thinking to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, LDRP
VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital
South Hill, Virginia
09.2005 - Current
- Provided comprehensive patient care in labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum settings.
- Educated patients and families on prenatal care, childbirth, and postpartum recovery practices.
- Assisted with emergency situations by executing appropriate interventions swiftly and effectively.
- Documented patient assessments and care plans in electronic health record systems accurately.
- Administered medications as prescribed by the physician.
- Provided patient and family education regarding the labor process and postpartum care.
- Performed initial newborn assessments, including Apgar scoring, physical assessment, and cord care.
RN, Medical-Surgical
VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital
South Hill, Virginia
09.2005 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions.
- Assisted in coordinating patient admissions and discharges effectively.
- Maintained accurate medical records in electronic health systems.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Assisted physicians during examinations providing necessary instruments and equipment while maintaining sterile technique.
Education
Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11-2025
Associate Of Science (AS) - Nursing
Vance Granville Community College
Henderson, NC05-2005
Skills
- High level of autonomy
- Patient care
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Obstetrics and gynecology
- Newborn care
- Labor support
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, LDRP
VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital
09.2005 - Current
RN, Medical-Surgical
VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital
09.2005 - Current
Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate Of Science (AS) - Nursing
Vance Granville Community College