Jennifer Mints

Charge Nurse (11p/7a)

• Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
• Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
• Triaged incoming phone calls from emergency rooms and inpatient units to determine needs and prioritize care.
• Managed various medications and treatments such as peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and and intramuscular injections.
• Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
• Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
• Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
• Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
• Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
• Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to various settings, including home care, rehabilitative facility or self-care.
• Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
• Directed patient care activities, guided and trained RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
• Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
• Helped patients complete day-to-day tasks, including bathing, dressing and eating.
• Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN on duty.
• Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities.
• Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
• Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
• Provided basic patient care and treatment, such as administering medications, tests, taking temperature and blood pressure and dressing wounds.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.

• Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
• Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
• Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
• Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
• Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
• Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
• Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

Charge Nurse (6a/2p)

• Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
• Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
• Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
• Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
• Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
• Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to various settings, including home care, rehabilitative facility or self-care.
• Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
• Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
• Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
• Educated patients and caregivers of various available external resources to support wound management, disease management and medication administration.
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Directed patient care activities, guided and trained RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift.
• Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
• Managed various medications and treatments such as peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and and intramuscular injections.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
• Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
• Helped patients complete day-to-day tasks, including bathing, dressing and eating.
• Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN on duty.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.

Charge Nurse (6a/6p)

• Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
• Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Directed patient care activities, guided and trained RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift.
• Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
• Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
• Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
• Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
• Educated patients and caregivers of various available external resources to support wound management, disease management and medication administration.
• Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
• Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
• Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities.
• Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN on duty.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Provided basic patient care and treatment, such as administering medication PO, IM and SQ taking temperature and blood pressure and dressing wounds.
• Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
• Helped patients complete day-to-day tasks, including bathing, dressing and eating.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.

Evening Shift LVN (3p/11p)

• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
• Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting all data in electronic records.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
• Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
• Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
• Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
• Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
• Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical ability, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
• Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills.
• Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
• Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
• Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
• Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
• Maintained constant communication with physician and other members of care team.
• Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
• Recorded vital signs, monitored changes and communicated to physicians immediately.
• Demonstrated and instructed patients and family members on proper protocols for home maintenance and care after discharge.
• Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
• Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.
• Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
• Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and workshops.
• Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.