Jennifer Pugh-Cottrell
Clermont,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate ER/Trauma nurse with 6 years of experience delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. Proficient in rapid assessment, triage, and treatment of acute injuries and medical emergencies, ensuring optimal outcomes for diverse patient populations. Adept at managing multiple priorities under pressure, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and utilizing advanced clinical skills to stabilize and treat critically ill or injured patients. A strong advocate for patient safety and evidence-based practices, with a proven track record of maintaining composure and effectiveness in high-pressure situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, ER/Trauma Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, Florida
12.2020 - Current
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained a safe environment by monitoring equipment usage, disposing of hazardous materials, and following infection control protocols.
- Administered immediate care to stroke alert patients, adhering to critical timeframes.
- Provided medications and ensured correct documentation for conscious sedation patients.
- Delivered critical care by performing CPR, administering RSI medications, and supporting intubation processes.
RN, Neuro PCU
Advent Health Orlando
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Coordinated care for critical issues such as cerebral edema and intracranial pressure, hemodynamic instability and spinal injuries.
- Facilitated communication between interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests and evaluations, including lumbar punctures, EEGs and EMGs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in neurologic status of patients on an ongoing basis during shifts worked.
- Performed bedside nursing procedures such as insertion of nasogastric tubes, wound dressing changes, monitoring central lines and arterial lines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lake Sumter State College
Florida 05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, INSkills
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Basic life support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Clinical judgment
- Precepting
- Lab result interpretation
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Trauma nursing core course
Certification
- TNCC
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- EDCC
- NCI
- DECON
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN, ER/Trauma Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
12.2020 - Current
RN, Neuro PCU
Advent Health Orlando
06.2019 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lake Sumter State College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
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