Jennifer Hons
Danville,PA
Summary
Dedicated and passionate Registered Nurse leader with extensive experience at North Central Secure Treatment Unit, excelling in health care management and quality assurance. Proven track record in enhancing program efficiencies and fostering team collaboration. Strong clinical judgment and interpersonal skills drive successful patient outcomes and operational excellence in high-pressure environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Register Nurse Manager 2- Director of Health Servi
North Central Secure Treatment Unit
Danville, PA
04.2023 - Current
- Identifies overall needs and objectives; plans, directs, develops, and implements program improvements, budgetary, and cost efficiencies, and modifications.
- Facilitated communication between departments within the juvenile treatment setting to improve efficiency and coordination of health care.
- Plans, directs, coordinates, and evaluates YDC/YFC health care and health-related services, which include resident health care and treatment, clinical nursing care, employee emergency health care coordination programs, and such specialized health care functions as infection control, quality assurance/improvement, risk, and emergency management.
- Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates the Division of Health Services' mission, goals, objectives, policies, standards, and operations to ensure continued compatibility with the Bureau and Department’s mission, goals, and objectives, and relevant Federal and State regulations, policies, and standards.
Registered Nurse- PRN Inpatient
Geisinger Medical Center
Bloomsburg, PA
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse Manager 1- Eastern Region
North Central Secure Treatment Unit
Danville, PA
03.2009 - 04.2023
- Responsible for all health services provided to residents and employees at North Central Secure Treatment Unit and Youth Forestry Camp #2
- Oversee both facilities’ fiscal and operational needs
- Manage human resources and union issues with employees
- Provide direction and emergency services when needed
Registered Nurse Supervisor
North Central Secure Treatment Unit
Danville, PA
01.2008 - 03.2009
- Supervise the nursing department employees and daily operations
- Ensure polices/procedure and protocols are being followed to provide the most cost-effective and quality care to residents
- Create schedules, vacations, manage overtime and holidays based on union guidelines
- Assist in nursing coverage and provide resident care when needed and in emergencies
Registered Nurse
North Central Secure Treatment Unit
Danville, PA
05.2007 - 01.2008
- Provide nursing care to juveniles that are court appointed to our facilities
- Demonstrate strong nursing skills and knowledge to work independently
- Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing resident needs, concerns and care
- Provide health teachings to both the residents and staff when assigned and as needed
Registered Nurse (PRN)
Bayada Nurses
Bloomsburg, PA
03.2003 - 01.2008
- Provide one on one skilled, caring, and reliable home health care
- Responsible for assessing documenting and reporting changes and/or needs of the patient
Registered Nurse- Inpatient
Geisinger Medical Center
Danville, PA
06.2001 - 01.2008
- Assess plans, organizes, preforms and evaluates nursing activates to meet the needs of the patient
- Provide the highest level of patient care and maximize patient satisfaction
- Communicate with multi-level team regarding patient care, needs and concerns
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA05.2001
Diploma -
St. Cyril Academy
Danville, PA05.1995
Skills
- Health care management
- Clinical supervision
- Policy compliance
- Quality assurance
- Emergency management
- Budget administration
- Team building
- Quality improvement
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Performance improvement
- Interpersonal skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Register Nurse Manager 2- Director of Health Servi
North Central Secure Treatment Unit
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse- PRN Inpatient
Geisinger Medical Center
01.2022 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse Manager 1- Eastern Region
North Central Secure Treatment Unit
03.2009 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse Supervisor
North Central Secure Treatment Unit
01.2008 - 03.2009
Registered Nurse
North Central Secure Treatment Unit
05.2007 - 01.2008
Registered Nurse (PRN)
Bayada Nurses
03.2003 - 01.2008
Registered Nurse- Inpatient
Geisinger Medical Center
06.2001 - 01.2008
Associates Degree - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Diploma -
St. Cyril Academy
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