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Jennifer Kirby

Haverhill,MA

Summary

Dynamic Outpatient Nurse with extensive experience at Holy Family Hospital Methuen, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through quality improvement initiatives and effective critical thinking. Adept at utilizing electronic health records to ensure compliance and optimize care delivery in fast-paced environments. Compassionate Outpatient Nurse with proven ability to deliver patient care in fast-paced environments while maintaining high levels of productivity and efficiency. Skilled in wound care, patient education, and chronic disease management. Excel at communication, empathy, and time management, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Stress Lab Registered Nurse

Holy Family Hospital Methuen
Methuen , MA
08.2020 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders while monitoring for reactions.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to medical staff promptly.
  • Educated patients on health management and personalized treatment plans.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations effectively.
  • Provided assistance with medical procedures, including injections and vital sign monitoring.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.

Outpatient Nurse

Holy Family Hospital Methuen
Methuen, Massachusetts
02.2020 - Current
  • Assisted with routine examinations and diagnostic procedures.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives designed to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Administered medications, injections, and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, medications and other pertinent information.
  • Provided direct nursing care to outpatients in a clinic setting.
  • Secured compliance with established safety standards and infection control measures.

Clinical Leader Telemetry Unit

Holy Family Hospital Methuen
Methuen, Massachusetts
07.1999 - 08.2019
  • Led clinical teams to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
  • Developed training programs for staff on best clinical practices.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to implement treatment protocols.
  • Managed compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
  • Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to improve communication and collaboration.
  • Partnered with nurse manager to raise standards of practice by monitoring, analyzing, and correcting staff performance.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the clinical department, resolving any conflicts that arose between staff members or departments.
  • Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and issues.
  • Coordinated with other departments within the healthcare organization to ensure efficient workflow processes.
  • Liaised with physicians and ER staff to reduce critical minutes between admission and treatment and boost patient outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Boston
Boston, MA
05-1999

Associate of Science - Nursing

Endicott College
Beverly, MA
05-1997

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Merrimack College
North Andover, MA

Skills

  • Electronic health records
  • Medication administration
  • Patient education
  • Critical thinking
  • Infection control
  • Quality improvement

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Stress Lab Registered Nurse

Holy Family Hospital Methuen
08.2020 - Current

Outpatient Nurse

Holy Family Hospital Methuen
02.2020 - Current

Clinical Leader Telemetry Unit

Holy Family Hospital Methuen
07.1999 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Boston

Associate of Science - Nursing

Endicott College

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Merrimack College

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