Jennifer Newman
Los Osos,CA
Summary
Patient-focused Correctional Nurse delivers patient care in adult detention facilities. Determined individual with background assessing chronic and acute conditions, mental health and drug-induced conditions. Provides exceptional care and support to improve overall health and wellness of inmates.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Registered Nurse
Wellpath-San Luis Obispo Co Jail
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Responsible for conducting and documenting comprehensive patient histories, vital signs, and mental health evaluations
- Provided critical health education to inmates, empowering them to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.
- Respond to and initiate care for both medical and mental health emergencies within the facility
- My role included managing a daily nurse sick call for 30-40 patients, performing patient assessments, and treatments
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- I am committed to meticulous documentation using the SOAP charting method, adhering to monitoring protocols such as COWS/CIWA, and ensuring task completion within corEMR
- Demonstrated cultural competence while working with diverse populations, facilitating trust-building between staff members and inmates from various backgrounds.
Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice
Superior Hospice
06.2023 - 12.2023
- I collaborated with caregivers to plan and deliver exceptional patient care, aided with medication administration, and managed the alleviation of sudden symptoms during the end phase of a disease
- I notified physicians as necessary regarding changes in a patient's condition and assisted patients and their families with essential paperwork
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive pain management strategies for patients in their final days.
- Provided direct nursing care when necessary, ensuring the highest level of comfort for patients facing terminal illness.
- Advocated for patients'' wishes regarding treatment options, preserving dignity in their final days.
- Supported bereaved families through grief counseling resources and post-mortem follow-up calls, demonstrating genuine compassion during times of loss.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely assessment and intervention for optimal end-of-life care.
Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care
San Luis Post-Acute Care
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Updated nursing care plans, communicated with physicians and hospice teams based on clinical changes, and ensuring continuity of care through effective communication with clinicians, residents, and support staff
- I adhered to established clinical protocols, provided proper care and instruction to residents, and completed all required documentation
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of nursing best practices through continued professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, or online courses.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Evaluated patients' responses to interventions, adjusting care plans as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to strict protocols and guidelines.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining detailed documentation of patients' progress, treatments, and medications.
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
DSH-Atascadero
01.2009 - 10.2020
- Addressed complex psychosocial needs of patients through collaboration with social workers, case managers, therapists, and other support staff.
- Advocated for patients' rights and autonomy within the facility setting, working alongside the care team to address any concerns or barriers to optimal mental health care delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to identify subtle changes in patient behaviors or symptoms that may indicate a need for immediate intervention or reassessment of treatment plans.
- Co-Facilitated group therapy sessions for patients, fostering an open dialogue about mental health topics and coping strategies.
- Assessed the need for restraint or seclusion in accordance with facility protocols, prioritizing least restrictive measures when possible to promote patient autonomy.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and implementation of behavior management plans.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment plan adjustments, and ongoing care coordination efforts.
- Administered medications in accordance with the five rights, ensuring safe and accurate dispensing of psychotropic and non-psychotropic drugs.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA05.2008
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Behavioral Management
- De-Escalation Techniques
Certification
- BLS, 07/2026
- California, RN, 731774, 12/31/25
- Nevada, RN, TEMP88126, 02/08/25
- Washington, RN TEMP 61597556, 10/08/24
- Oregon, RN pending licensed
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice
Superior Hospice
06.2023 - 12.2023
Correctional Registered Nurse
Wellpath-San Luis Obispo Co Jail
01.2023 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care
San Luis Post-Acute Care
05.2022 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
DSH-Atascadero
01.2009 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Cuesta College
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