Jennifer Pierce
Honesdale,PA
Summary
Accomplished RN with extensive experience in high-acuity settings, including emergency and critical care. Adaptable, supportive and reliable member of the health care team. Compassionate and dedicated to providing the best care, education and emotional support to patients and their families.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse Endoscopy PACU
NYU Winthrop University Hospital
10.2018 - 03.2020
- 13-bed endoscopy suite providing diagnostic and advanced therapeutic procedures for adult & pediatric inpatients & outpatients
- Provided post-anesthesia care including cardiac/ VS monitoring, respiratory support, Aldrete scoring, medication administration and maintaining patient safety.
- Collaborated with anesthesia providers, procedure nurses, physicians, nursing management and transport team
- Educated patients and their families regarding post-procedure instructions and preventative measures for healthy outcomes.
RN Staff Nurse Cardiac Surgical ICU
NYU Winthrop University Hospital
10.2011 - 09.2018
- 22-bed critical care unit specializing in cardiac, general surgical and trauma care
- Assessment of critically ill and injured patients, with development and implementation of individualized care plans.
- Provided post-anesthesia care for cardiac surgical patients including continuous hemodynamic monitoring and ventilatory support/ weaning.
- Initiated and maintained intravenous therapies, including titration of vasoactive medications, fluid resuscitation and blood transfusions.
- Cared for patients requiring Intra Aortic Balloon Pump and Continuous Renal Replacement therapies.
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary team to achieve best patient outcomes.
- Provided education and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Participated in quality improvement projects through chart review.
RN Staff Nurse Emergency Department
St. Joseph Hospital
04.2008 - 10.2011
- 26-bed emergency department in a community hospital
- Provided emergency care for patients of all ages with a broad spectrum on healthcare needs.
- Acted as charge nurse, facilitating patient flow and delegating assignments to staff.
- Triaged patients arriving to the ED using the Emergency Severity Index.
- Educated patients and their families about medications, treatments, tests & procedures.
- Assisted in training and mentoring of new nursing staff and nursing students.
RN Staff Nurse Emergency Department
North Shore University Hospital
01.2006 - 04.2008
- 54-bed emergency department in a Level 1 Trauma center
- Provided emergency care to a large and diverse patient population with high-acuity cases and conditions.
- Triaged patients using a 3-level triage system.
- Participated in the Emergency Nursing Fellowship Program, orienting new graduates.
- Provided individualized instruction for patients regarding therapeutic, restorative and preventative care.
RN Staff Nurse Surgical ICU
Nassau University Medical Center
08.2000 - 12.2006
- 11-bed critical care unit in a Level 1 Trauma Center
- Provided specialized nursing care to critically ill and injured patients, many with multi-system failure.
- Initiated and maintained IV therapies.
- Monitored hemodynamics using Swan-Ganz catheters. arterial & central lines.
- Served as team leader, delegating assignments and conducting rounds to evaluate patient care.
- Acted as a clinical preceptor and resource to new staff.
- Provided education and emotional support to patients and their families.
RN Staff Nurse Physical Medicine/ Rehabilitation
Nassau University Medical Center
11.1998 - 08.2000
- 30-bed unit specializing in the rehabilitation of patients following stroke, trauma, amputations, orthopedic surgeries and other events requiring extended care
- Developed therapy plans with an interdisciplinary team, assisting patients to reach their highest potential, adapt to their injury or illness and increase their independence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Plattsburgh State University
Plattsburgh, NY05-1997
Skills
- Licensed RN PA & NY
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Direct patient care
- Emergency care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Proficiency with advanced medical equipment
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse Endoscopy PACU
NYU Winthrop University Hospital
10.2018 - 03.2020
RN Staff Nurse Cardiac Surgical ICU
NYU Winthrop University Hospital
10.2011 - 09.2018
RN Staff Nurse Emergency Department
St. Joseph Hospital
04.2008 - 10.2011
RN Staff Nurse Emergency Department
North Shore University Hospital
01.2006 - 04.2008
RN Staff Nurse Surgical ICU
Nassau University Medical Center
08.2000 - 12.2006
RN Staff Nurse Physical Medicine/ Rehabilitation
Nassau University Medical Center
11.1998 - 08.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Plattsburgh State University
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