Jennifer Lawler
Nixa,MO
Summary
Dedicated RN with expertise in critical care and emergency nursing. Known for strong clinical judgment and patient education, committed to fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal care and safety.
Experienced RN specializing in critical care and emergency procedures. Proven track record in patient education and proactive risk management, with a focus on collaboration and safety.
Dynamic emergency room nurse with extensive experience in critical care and patient management. Skilled in developing educational programs and mentoring staff, dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through collaboration and risk mitigation.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Cox South Emergency Department Transition Unit
Springfield, MO
06.2023 - Current
- Initiate inpatient orders with a focus on patient throughout
- Administer medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Utilize electronic health record systems for accurate documentation of patient assessments and interventions.
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Monitor patient vital signs, assessing changes and reporting significant findings to the healthcare team.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective patient care strategies.
- Educate patients and families on health management, discharge instructions, and follow-up care requirements.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Cox South Emergency Trauma Center
Springfield, MO
06.2013 - 06.2023
- Administered critical care interventions in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, fostering understanding and compliance.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in best practices for emergency care procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
Emergency Department Educator
Cox South Emergency Trauma Center
Springfield, MO
05.2019 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented educational programs for trauma care awareness and prevention.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance training materials and resources.
- Facilitated workshops on emergency response techniques for staff and community members.
- Mentored new educators on curriculum design and effective teaching strategies.
- Led cross-disciplinary teams to integrate trauma education into patient care protocols.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new educators, improving efficiency in training delivery.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Business Office Specialist
Ferrell-Duncan Clinic
Springfield, MO
06.1997 - 06.2013
- Processed patient billing and insurance claims, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling and managed patient records to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted in training new staff on office procedures and software applications for seamless integration.
- Streamlined communication between departments to improve workflow and service delivery.
- Completed hospital and office billing for proper reimbursement
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cox College Or Nursing
Springfield, MO06-2013
Skills
- Certified Emergency Room Nurse (CEN)
- Clinical judgment
- Pediatric and Adult Trauma
- Emergency care
- Emergency procedures
- Critical care
- Geriatric nursing
- TNCC Instructor
- ENPC Instructor
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Cox South Emergency Department Transition Unit
06.2023 - Current
Emergency Department Educator
Cox South Emergency Trauma Center
05.2019 - 05.2023
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Cox South Emergency Trauma Center
06.2013 - 06.2023
Business Office Specialist
Ferrell-Duncan Clinic
06.1997 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cox College Or Nursing