Jennifer Reyes
Temple,TX
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency care, and pain management. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Charge Nurse
Avir at Temple West
Temple, TX
08.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completeness of information.
- Managed staffing levels within unit to maintain optimal patient care standards.
- Provided emotional support for families navigating end-of-life decisions.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting improved well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans, ensuring comprehensive patient support.
- Ensured compliance with safety and infection control protocols during all patient interactions.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately within electronic medical record system.
RN Charge Nurse
Will-O-Bell
Bartlett, Texas
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Educated patients on chronic illness management and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
- Updated patient charts with precise information to maintain recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens while ordering and interpreting necessary diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated patient admission and discharge processes, ensuring complete documentation.
- Participated in staff training sessions to improve overall team performance.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources for comprehensive support.
- Ordered laboratory tests and interpreted results based on established norms.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing detailed continuation of care information and discharge instructions, ensuring smooth recovery.
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures, and bandages.
RN Staff Nurse
Baylor Scott & White
Temple, TX
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Provided direct patient care across diverse clinical settings, enhancing patient outcomes at leading healthcare facility.
- Administered medications, monitored vital signs, and ensured patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement tailored care plans.
- Coordinated efficient patient admissions, discharges, and transfers with precision.
- Participated in continuous training programs to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Supported infection control protocols to maintain safe environments for patients.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented vital signs, medical history, and physical condition.
- Instructed patients and families on disease prevention and chronic condition management, fostering informed health decisions.
RN Staff Nurse
TLC West
Temple, Texas
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement personalized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management and provided clear discharge instructions to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Supported nursing staff by mentoring new hires on best practices.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control protocols throughout unit.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies, providing life-saving interventions.
RN Case Manager
Standards Home Health
Temple , TX
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Coordinated interdisciplinary patient care plans to enhance collaboration and continuity of care at Standards Home Health.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient health needs and risks.
- Facilitated effective communication among patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care needs.
- Developed individualized care strategies to promote patient wellbeing and independence.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options to empower informed decision-making.
- Managed documentation and compliance with healthcare regulations consistently.
- Coordinated medical services between primary care providers, specialists, hospitals and outpatient clinics.
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies, wellness promotion techniques and lifestyle modifications.
- Conducted weekly interdisciplinary team meetings to review case management activities for assigned caseloads.
- Monitored and evaluated effectiveness of treatment plans and interventions.
Hospice Nurse
Hospice Of Jefferson County
Watertown, NY
05.2013 - 09.2016
- Delivered respectful, compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families in home settings.
- Assisted with pain management and symptom control for hospice patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor patient conditions and needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care and treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medication administration, nutrition, and symptom management.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, including pain crises and respiratory distress.
- Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support during end-of-life transitions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Temple College
Temple, TX05-2022
Licensed Practical Nursing - LPN
Jefferson Lewis Boces
Watertown, NY01-2013
Skills
- Patient assessment and care coordination
- Medication administration and distribution
- Electronic health records management
- Team collaboration and communication
- Chronic illness and disease education
- Infection control protocols
- Emotional support and counseling
- Hospice care philosophy
- Wound care techniques
- Seizure management strategies
- Gastrostomy tube care procedures
- Documentation and charting proficiency
- Clinical judgment and decision-making
- Research proficiency and analysis
- Physical assessments expertise
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Vital signs documentation
- Catheter insertion/removal skills
- Professional bedside manner
- Emotional awareness
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Strong clinical judgment
- Wound care
- Strong medical ethic
- ADL assistance
- High level of autonomy
- Geriatric treatment
- Infection control measures
- Follow-up calls
- Culturally sensitive
- Home health care
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
BLS Certification
Timeline
RN Charge Nurse
Avir at Temple West
08.2025 - Current
RN Charge Nurse
Will-O-Bell
06.2025 - 10.2025
RN Staff Nurse
Baylor Scott & White
02.2025 - 06.2025
RN Case Manager
Standards Home Health
08.2022 - 10.2022
RN Staff Nurse
TLC West
06.2022 - 01.2025
Hospice Nurse
Hospice Of Jefferson County
05.2013 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Temple College
Licensed Practical Nursing - LPN
Jefferson Lewis Boces