Jennifer Pennington
McCurtain,OK
Summary
Accomplished RN with a proven track record at Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, enhancing patient satisfaction and health outcomes through expert clinical judgment and empathetic communication. Skilled in obstetrics and utilizing Epic, I've significantly reduced medication errors and mentored staff, fostering a supportive environment and improving retention rates.
Experienced with patient care, clinical assessments, and medical documentation. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to foster patient trust and enhance care delivery. Track record of maintaining accurate health records and implementing effective care strategies.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
10.2022 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assist with safe delivery of neonates and care for laboring mothers.
RN
Baptist Health Medical Center
08.2016 - 04.2024
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
RN
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
06.2000 - 08.2016
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Admissions Clerk
Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center
01.1999 - 06.2000
- Confirmed all insurance benefits met standards of admissions as dictated by policy.
- Assisted in patient admission process based on federal and state laws.
- Reduced wait times for applicants by expediting the review process through effective multitasking and time management skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK05-2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carl Albert State College
Poteau, OK05-2000
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Research utilization
- Community health
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Obstetrics and gynecology
- Epic use
Certification
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- RNC-OB
- PALS
- NRP
Timeline
RN
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
10.2022 - Current
RN
Baptist Health Medical Center
08.2016 - 04.2024
RN
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
06.2000 - 08.2016
Admissions Clerk
Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center
01.1999 - 06.2000
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) - Competency & Credentialing Institute.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- RNC-OB
- PALS
- NRP
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northeastern State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carl Albert State College
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