Jennifer Ramsey
Coopersville,MI
Summary
Communicative professional with extensive experience assisting vulnerable patients with mental illness and substance-alcohol dependency. Skilled in developing and implementing effective treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and administering quality patient care to promote healing and health. Experienced in medical surgical and intensive care nursing.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Nurse/ Charge Nurse
Universal Health Services Inc.
Grand Rapids, MI
02.2019 - 08.2024
- Responsible for assessment and management of adolescents and adults with psychiatric illness during hospitalization.
- Administered medications within a clinical setting.
- Provided leadership and mentoring on the unit.
- Implemented safety protocols when administering medications or performing treatments.
- Encouraged and supported staff relationships on the unit.
- A big part of my daily job was milieu management.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment plans accordingly.
- Initiated crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations.
DaVita
Battle Creek, MI
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Managed dialysis treatments for patients with end-stage renal failure.
- Performed site assessment and accessed patient fistula, graft, or CVC with aseptic technique.
- Administered medications and blood products as ordered.
- Assessed patient's mental state changes continuously.
- Educated patients throughout the treatment process.
Registered Nurse Provider Outreach
Arrow Strategies
Portage, MI
10.2016 - 02.2018
- Company Overview: contractor for BCBSM-Portage
- Provided on-site visits to assigned physician offices in Southwest Michigan. Educated providers and staff on best quality practices, HEDIS, and NCQA guidelines
- Encouraged and supported physicians in methods to advocate preventative health exams for early detection and prevention of health problems in their patient population.
Charge Nurse, Weekend Supervisor
ADVANTAGE LIVING CENTER
Battle creek, MI
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Performed urinary catheterization, ostomy maintenance, tracheostomy care, and tube feedings with precision.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
BRONSON METHODIST HOSPITAL
Kalamazoo, MI
04.2013 - 06.2016
- Assessed and cared for patients with various types of cancer, sickle cell anemia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and ESRD.
- Administered blood products, platelets, FFP, and albumin as ordered.
- Managed patients in DKA requiring insulin drip.
- Provided pain management, comfort, support, and education, often in the terminally ill patient.
- Administered medications and chemotherapy treatments.
SOUTH WEST IMAGING CENTER
Kalamazoo, MI
10.2009 - 07.2012
- Assessed for contraindications to MRI and CT scans.
- Managed and monitored patients with claustrophobia, acute pain intolerance, and shortness of breath.
- Placed IV for studies requiring contrast administration.
- Assessed ASA level for patients requiring sedation to complete the study.
- Experienced in administration of conscious sedation.
METRO HEALTH HOSPITAL
Wyoming, MI
08.2008 - 10.2009
- Assessed and managed patients with acute, critical illnesses.
- Titrated multiple IV drips with central, PICC, and arterial lines.
- Monitored and administered all life-sustaining needs.
- Administered pre-op sedation for simple bedside procedures.
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Kellogg Community College
Battle Creek, MI05.2006
Skills
- Patient Observation
- Therapeutic Intervention
- Medication Management
- Nursing Unit Collaboration
- New Nurse Training
Certification
RN Licensed in the State of Michigan- 7/21/2006-7/21/2025
BLS for Healthcare Providers- 9/13/2024
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse/ Charge Nurse
Universal Health Services Inc.
02.2019 - 08.2024
DaVita
06.2018 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse Provider Outreach
Arrow Strategies
10.2016 - 02.2018
Charge Nurse, Weekend Supervisor
ADVANTAGE LIVING CENTER
08.2016 - 12.2016
BRONSON METHODIST HOSPITAL
04.2013 - 06.2016
SOUTH WEST IMAGING CENTER
10.2009 - 07.2012
METRO HEALTH HOSPITAL
08.2008 - 10.2009
RN Licensed in the State of Michigan- 7/21/2006-7/21/2025
BLS for Healthcare Providers- 9/13/2024
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Kellogg Community College
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