Jennifer Newbraugh
Elyria,OH
Summary
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health ER
Mercy Health Lorain
Lorain, OH
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress notes and clinical assessments utilizing Electronic Health Records.
- Created a safe environment that promoted trust among patients and families during their hospital stay.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Performed crisis intervention when needed to deescalate volatile situations.
- Assessed patients for risk of suicide or self-harm and implemented safety protocols as necessary.
- Cared for acutely ill psychiatric patients who were experiencing psychotic episodes or severe depression.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Worked closely with psychiatrists and other medical staff members to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of physical, mental and behavioral health.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
ClearVista Health and Wellness
Lorain, OH
03.2017 - 09.2023
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Created a safe environment that promoted trust among patients and families during their hospital stay.
- Attended multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and collaborate on treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Performed crisis intervention when needed to deescalate volatile situations.
- Monitored medications to ensure proper dosage levels and effectiveness.
- Assessed patients for risk of suicide or self-harm and implemented safety protocols as necessary.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Cared for acutely ill psychiatric patients who were experiencing psychotic episodes or severe depression.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Worked closely with psychiatrists and other medical staff members to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of physical, mental and behavioral health.
Registered Nurse
Providence Care Center
Sandusky, OH
11.2012 - 03.2017
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored patient response to treatments.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and oxygen saturation levels.
- Demonstrated safe handling techniques when transferring and positioning bedridden patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Participated in weekly clinical rounds with physician staff to discuss plan of care updates and modifications.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Conducted assessments of movement capabilities post-injury or surgery utilizing range-of-motion exercises, balance tests, gait training.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Performed wound care procedures including dressing changes and debridement of wounds.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Anchor Lodge
Lorain, OH
11.2008 - 11.2012
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
Education
Diploma in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Firelands School of Nursing
Sandusky, OH05-2013
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH08-2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OHSkills
- Crisis intervention
- Therapeutic communication
- Discharge planning
- Care plan adjustment
- Client education
- Mental health evaluation
- Substance abuse treatment
- Nursing care
- De-escalation techniques
- Clinical documentation
- Suicide prevention
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments
- Direct patient care
- Safety planning
- Family education
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Patient safety
- Range of motion exercises
- Activities of daily living
Certification
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health ER
Mercy Health Lorain
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
ClearVista Health and Wellness
03.2017 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse
Providence Care Center
11.2012 - 03.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Anchor Lodge
11.2008 - 11.2012
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
Diploma in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Firelands School of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bowling Green State University
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