Jennifer Harrison
Bidwell,OH
Summary
Dynamic RN with experience at Rivers Health, excelling in compassionate care and critical thinking. Trained in enhancing patient outcomes through effective discharge planning and teamwork. Successfully reduced hospital readmission rates through patient education and advocacy. Skilled in medication administration and vital signs monitoring, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Floor Nurse
Rivers Health
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Implemented infection control procedures to maintain a safe environment.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives enhancing patient outcomes.
- Utilized Software to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in Type environment.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Facilitated timely discharges through efficient coordination with case managers, social workers, and physicians.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
- Modified patient health treatment plans by observing patient conditions and responses.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
- Supported smooth transitions of care by effectively collaborating with other nurses during shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of patient care.
Rn Float Pool
Cabell Huntington Hospital: Hoops Family Hospital
- Coordinated care plans for patients, ensuring comprehensive service delivery across disciplines.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting interventions based on evolving health needs and outcomes.
- Conducted assessments to identify patient needs, utilizing clinical judgment to inform case management strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to facilitate effective communication and enhance patient care continuity.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, fostering informed decision-making and adherence to care plans.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, streamlining case management processes for enhanced operational efficiency.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and preferences, working diligently to align care with individual values and goals.
RN Case Manager
Holzer Health System
10.2024 - Current
Education
Nursing Education
University of Rio Grande
Rio Grande, OH05.2016
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School
South Orange, NJ05.2004
Skills
Compassionate care
Physical assessments
Healthcare regulations
Clinical judgment
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA compliance
Discharge planning
Medication and IV administration
Monitoring vital signs
Blood draw and sample collection
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Compassionate and caring
Multitasking Abilities
Basic life support
Reliability
Critical thinking
Direct patient care
CPR certification
Adaptability and flexibility
Patient and family advocacy
Patient education
Certified in CPR/AED
Wound care
Intravenous therapy
Medication administration
Wound dressing
Certification
Bls certified
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Holzer Health System
10.2024 - Current
RN Floor Nurse
Rivers Health
Rn Float Pool
Cabell Huntington Hospital: Hoops Family Hospital
Nursing Education
University of Rio Grande
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School