Years of Registered Nursing Experience
Jennifer Newsom
Erie,PA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven and will be the perfect addition to the team.
Overview
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12
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute School Nurse
Harbor Creek School District
05.2023 - Current
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA/FERPA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications, and follow-up care.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Substitute School Nurse
ESS
10.2021 - Current
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA/FERPA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
NICU Registered Nurse
UPMC Hamot Women's Hospital
12.2011 - Current
- Communicated with family members and loved ones to provide information about patient care, treatments and medical options.
- Administered medications and fluids and checked vital signs on critically ill newborns.
- Followed policies, procedures and hospital regulations for protocol compliance and patient safety.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient in 24-bed neonatal ICU unit.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively team environments.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
School Registered Nurse
Millcreek Township School District
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Offered counseling and referrals to provide comprehensive mental health support.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Performed health screening for students by coordinating physical and dental evaluations on school grounds by appropriate professionals and scheduled flu shot clinic for faculty.
- Oversaw health services for school of 512 students.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
Paper Lab Technician
McCarty Printing
08.2005 - 12.2011
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab using Microsoft Excel.
- Applied statistical analysis techniques and skill in Microsoft Excel to model trends.
- Evaluated results against design standards and compliance requirements.
- Documented and executed detailed test plans and test cases and summarized and logged audit findings for reporting purposes.
- Generated detailed reports outlining results and recommendations.
- Identified and resolved variances to bring products in line with requirements.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
U.S. Army Sergeant Chemical Corp.
United States Army
04.2001 - 04.2005
- Implemented tactics, procedures, and techniques for defense systems.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Lead team of 4 soldiers, overseeing training, and professional growth.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Specialized in Biological Integrated Detection System (BIDS) responsible to test for biological warfare.
- Deployed to Qatar for 3 months and Iraq for 6 months in BIDS unit.
- Hardship tour served in South Korea for 1 year, leading decontamination unit to maintain safety of soldiers from possible exposure to chemical warfare.
- Established profession working relationships with Korean Augmentation To the United States Army (KATUSA) under my command.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gannon University
Erie, PANo Degree - Undecided
Penn State Behrend University
Erie, PASkills
- Disease Treatment
- Pain Management Techniques
- Intramuscular Injections
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Care Assessment
- Emotional Support
- Record Updating
- Parental Support
Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Certified School Nurse (CSN also known as Education Specialist I)
Timeline
Substitute School Nurse
Harbor Creek School District
05.2023 - Current
School Registered Nurse
Millcreek Township School District
03.2022 - 03.2023
Substitute School Nurse
ESS
10.2021 - Current
NICU Registered Nurse
UPMC Hamot Women's Hospital
12.2011 - Current
Paper Lab Technician
McCarty Printing
08.2005 - 12.2011
U.S. Army Sergeant Chemical Corp.
United States Army
04.2001 - 04.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gannon University
No Degree - Undecided
Penn State Behrend University
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Certified School Nurse (CSN also known as Education Specialist I)
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