Jennifer Sprague
Syracuse
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse accustomed to treating diverse patient needs while managing dynamic conditions. Offering excellent clinical knowledge and judgment combined with strong documentation, vitals monitoring and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in managing emergent cases with grace and efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Crouse Irving Memorial Hospital
Syracuse
05.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care throughout hospitalization period.
- Provided effective communication between the PACU team members, physicians, and other healthcare personnel.
- Maintained current knowledge of professional standards related to PACU nursing practice through continuing education activities.
- Administered medications as ordered by physicians via various routes.
- Monitored intravenous infusion pumps, ensuring proper dosage of medication.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Prepared, maintained, and operated a variety of medical equipment related to intravenous therapy.
- Administered prescribed medications via intravenous injection or infusion techniques.
- Monitored patient's response to anesthesia medications and adjusted dosages as needed.
- Assisted in training new nurses on proper techniques for caring for post-operative patients.
Registered Nurse
ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL
Syracuse
01.2019 - Current
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Employed nursing best practices and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and employed intervention to achieve desired outcomes.
- Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
- Supported physicians completing patient examinations and procedures.
- Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
LPN
SUMMERWOOD PEDIATRICS
Liverpool
09.2015 - 01.2019
- Triage patients according to protocols prior to office visit.
- Administer medications as ordered by providers.
- Administer vaccines and record them in the chart and NYSIIS.
- Administer PPD.
- Check vision, hearing and perform EKG in needed per provider.
- Open, stock, clean and close triage and exam rooms daily.
- Maintain a clean well organized work area.
- Complete weekly/monthly duties as assigned.
- Perform finger sticks for CBC.
- Perform the following lab tests when laboratory staff is not available.
- Review and record information in new patient charts.
- Print and fill out preliminary information on requested WCC forms and print completed and accurate immunization forms.
- Prepare new prescriptions on medication refill requests.
- Obtain prior authorizations as needed.
- Perform duties and assist providers as part of the practice care team.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives as part of the practice care team.
- Insure job functions align with office policies and procedures and patient-centered medical home standards.
- Assist with research studies as needed.
- Keep medication supply room clean, organized and stocked with samples.
- Assist with ordering medical supplies and putting orders away.
- Assist with orientation of new nurses as scheduled.
- Assist Nurse Administrator as needed.
Senior Insurance Representative
TRAVELERS INSURANCE
Syracuse
03.2005 - 09.2014
- Consistently developed long term successful customer relationships by demonstrating a Customer First philosophy by listening and offering solutions to each client's unique situations and challenges.
- First employee authorized to work remotely from home whiling living in South Carolina.
- Co-Chaired multiple projects involving training and development of staff.
- Was chosen to train 30 new employees on products and automation in New Jersey.
- Demonstrated an unwavering commitment to customer service, building successful relationships, resolving complex issues and winning customer loyalty.
- Conceptualizing and developing internal company strategies to motivate staff increasing job satisfaction and productivity.
- Recipient of numerous awards for providing exceptional customer service.
Education
Registered Nurse - Nursing
St. Joseph’s College of Nursing
Syracuse, NY12-2018
LPN - Nursing
OCM BOCES
Liverpool, NY07-2015
Associate of Science - Business
Bryant & Stratton College
NY03-2005
Skills
- Intake and discharge
- Compassionate
- Critical thinking
- Intravenous therapy
- Pain management
- Clinical judgment
- Effective communication
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Crouse Irving Memorial Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL
01.2019 - Current
LPN
SUMMERWOOD PEDIATRICS
09.2015 - 01.2019
Senior Insurance Representative
TRAVELERS INSURANCE
03.2005 - 09.2014
Registered Nurse - Nursing
St. Joseph’s College of Nursing
LPN - Nursing
OCM BOCES
Associate of Science - Business
Bryant & Stratton College