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Jennifer Spangler

Adel,GA

Summary

Dedicated, caring, and companionate nursing student currently working towards my Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree at Valdosta State University. Solid understanding of role of nurses in interdisciplinary environments. Excellent clinical and people skills. Well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Nurse

South Georgia Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
  • Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
  • Administered close patient care and checked vital signs.
  • Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
  • Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care.
  • Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

Personal Care Assistant

Comfort Keepers Home Care
08.2019 - 10.2022
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA
12.2024

Skills

  • Emotional Support
  • Patient Records
  • Patient Support
  • Care Plan Implementation
  • Medication Administration
  • EHR Software
  • Taking and Recording Vital Signs
  • Patient Care
  • Health Promotion
  • Continuous Education
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Test Results Review
  • Grooming Support
  • Activities of Daily Living ADLs
  • Infection Control Standards
  • HIPAA Guidelines
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Nursing Assessments
  • Pain Assessment

Certification

  • BLS certified
  • CPR certified

Timeline

Student Nurse

South Georgia Medical Center
09.2023 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Comfort Keepers Home Care
08.2019 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Valdosta State University

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