Jennifer Lemus
Summary
A compassionate, knowledgeable, bilingual Registered Nurse seeking a position in a professional healthcare setting. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Passionate about patient care and creating a positive work environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Anaheim Regional Medical Center
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Assessed patient's condition and prioritized treatment and medical procedures
- Successfully managed high-pressure situations in the ER and provided exceptional care
- Responded to emergency situations with speed and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions
- Administered critical IV medications in critical situations along with IV medications including blood products, narcotics and antibiotics
- Initiated and maintained iv sites, administered medications according to physician orders and protocols.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/ Telemetry Unit
PIH Health Hospital
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Administered medications, provided patient education and reported observations and changes of condition
- Performed procedures such as foley catheter insertion, IV insertion, wound care, and blood glucose monitoring
- Established rapport with patients and the interdisciplinary team to carry out the proper nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation
- Coordinated with Interdisciplinary team to ensure safe patient care and discharge.
Lvn Transitioned to Registered Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare Services
04.2017 - Current
- Assisted patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations and promoting recovery in their home
- Administered medications and therapies
- Rendered therapeutic nursing interventions for individualized plan of care following homecare guidelines
- Established rapport with various family members and patients within the community.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
07.2013 - 04.2021
- Administered Gastrostomy/Jejunostomy tube feedings and medications as well as intra-muscular and subcutaneous medications
- Provided Orientation, training, support and supervision to new hires
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising nurses with observations and concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pacific College
Costa Mesa, CA08.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pacific College
Costa Mesa, CA07.2022
Certification
- Registered Nurse #95306062
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Anaheim Regional Medical Center
10.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/ Telemetry Unit
PIH Health Hospital
02.2023 - 10.2023
Lvn Transitioned to Registered Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare Services
04.2017 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Whittier Hospital Medical Center
07.2013 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pacific College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pacific College