Jennifer Skelly
Orlando,FL
Summary
Highly motivated employee with a strong desire to take on new challenges. Responsive and consistent Emergency Department Nurse with the ability to think quickly and execute appropriate responses to emergent pain and trauma care needs. Excellent communicator who can calm patients and collaborate effectively with other staff members to ensure a thorough understanding of necessary procedures, patient status, and treatment plans. Possesses effective time management skills and can handle heavy patient caseloads in everyday operations or as part of disaster recovery efforts.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Traveling Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Triage
06.2023 - Current
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting. Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care. Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies. Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment. Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects. Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care. Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences. Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information. Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits. Upheld patient safety standards by preventing unauthorized access. Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Orlando Health Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects. Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment. Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team. Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process. Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects. Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs. Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards. Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization. Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2016
Skills
- Registered Nurse Certification (RN)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/ First AID Certification (CPR)
- Microsoft Office/Excel
- EPIC
Timeline
Traveling Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Triage
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Orlando Health Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Duquesne University
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