Jennifer Heim, RN, BSN
Sykesville,MD
Summary
Driven nursing professional with several years of experience in various care environments. Talented at conducting patient assessments, developing individualized care plans and implementing prescribed orders. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse-Preop/PACU Nurse
Frederick Health Hospital
Frederick, Maryland
09.2024 - Current
- Administered medications as prescribed by the surgeon according to established protocols.
- Provided patient education on preoperative and postoperative care instructions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families before, during and after surgeries.
- Cared for patients in recovery room following surgery until they were stable enough for discharge or transfer.
- Documented all relevant information regarding patient's medical history, allergies. prior to surgery.
- Assessed patient condition before, during and after surgery to ensure safety standards are met, and reported any abnormal findings or changes in patient's condition immediately to the attending physician.
- Gathered current medical information and reviewed histories to gather details for surgeons.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Northwest Hospital
Randallstown, Maryland
02.2022 - 09.2024
- Provided care to a variety of complex medical and surgical patients.
- Conducted ongoing assessment of pain levels among ICU patients.
- Initiated resuscitation measures when necessary following cardiac arrest or respiratory failure events.
- Assisted physicians with various invasive procedures within the ICU setting.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities related to critical care nursing practices.
- Assisted with bedside procedures, including intubation, central line placement, arterial lines, chest tubes and wound care.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Carroll Hospital
Westminster, Maryland
03.2019 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care for patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Reviewed laboratory results including troponins and electrolytes and reported abnormal values to physicians.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, treatment plans, and potential complications associated with their condition.
- Interpreted complex EKGs accurately assessing rhythm disturbances or conduction blocks.
- Assessed patient's vital signs, monitored EKG changes, and reported any abnormalities to physician.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stevenson University
Owings Mills05-2022
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Patient education
- Vital sign monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Patient advocacy
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Preop/PACU Nurse
Frederick Health Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Northwest Hospital
02.2022 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Carroll Hospital
03.2019 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stevenson University
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