Jennifer O’Bryan-Phillips
Orange Park,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle complex patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing solid relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Ascension St. Vincient’s Riverside
Jacksonville, FL
10.2021 - Current
- Main OR Preop/ PACU, Endoscopy Preop/PACU/Procedure room
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
RN
Legacy Home Healthcare
Keystone Heights, FL
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Oasis Start of Care admission assessment and Discharge, Skilled nursing visits, including wound care, IV infusion, Medication administration, Medication teaching, assessment, and care/treatment planning.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
RN
UF Health
Gainesville, FL
01.2015 - 10.2021
- Anesthesia regional block room, Pain management rehabilitation, Preop/PACU, charge nurse
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Conducted thorough preoperative assessments to identify potential risks and address concerns prior to surgery.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
RN
UF Health
Gainesville, FL
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Surgical clinic phone triage nurse
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring thorough documentation of triage assessments and treatment plans.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies and preventative measures to minimize future health complications.
RN
UF Health
Gainesville, FL
01.2004 - 01.2013
- OR circulating/scrub nurse, charge nurse
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
- Managed efficient use of operating room resources, streamlining procedures and minimizing waste.
- Served as a liaison between the surgical team and family members, providing timely updates on patient progress.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
RN
UF Health
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Medical Surgical/PCU staff nurse
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing individualized care plans and closely monitoring progress.
- Reduced complications in Intermediate Care Unit by providing timely and accurate assessments of patient conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate care, addressing concerns, and actively listening to feedback.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, adhering to infection control protocols and standards of practice.
- Coordinated with ancillary services such as physical therapy or nutrition consultation to optimize each patient''s overall well-being while under my care.
- Prevented medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when administering medications and verifying patient information.
RN
Ocala Regional Medical Center
Ocala, FL
01.2012 - 01.2015
- PRN OR Circulating nurse
- Improved surgical outcomes by providing comprehensive perioperative nursing care to patients and their families.
- Streamlined communication between surgical team members, ensuring accurate sharing of critical information during procedures.
- Assessed patients'' physical and emotional needs preoperatively, providing education and support to alleviate anxiety.
- Collaborated closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver optimal patient care in the operating room.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
Education
MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX01.2026
BSN -
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX01.2024
ASN -
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL01.2002
AA -
Sante Fe College
Gainesville, FL01.1999
Skills
- Discharge Planning
- Compassion and Empathy
- Clinical judgment
- Community Health
- EMR Proficiency (Cerner, Epic, Oasis)
- Chronic Disease Management
- Physical assessments
- Pain clinics
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Wound Care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Health Promotion
Certification
- BLS
- PALS
- ACLS
License
9191384
Personal Information
Title: RN
Affiliations
- ANA, FNA, FNPAC
Timeline
RN
Ascension St. Vincient’s Riverside
10.2021 - Current
RN
Legacy Home Healthcare
08.2021 - 01.2023
RN
UF Health
01.2015 - 10.2021
RN
UF Health
01.2013 - 01.2015
RN
Ocala Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2015
RN
UF Health
01.2004 - 01.2013
RN
UF Health
01.2002 - 01.2004
MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas At Arlington
BSN -
University of Texas at Arlington
ASN -
Santa Fe College
AA -
Sante Fe College