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Work History
Education
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Extracurricular Activities
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Jennifer Thompson

Dodge City,Kansas

Summary

Versatile registered nurse with extensive experience in delivering high-quality patient care across various units. A proven leader adept at uniting nursing teams to achieve patient care goals and enhance satisfaction. Committed to driving innovation and improving patient outcomes, while aspiring to leverage a new PMHNP degree to focus on mental health care advocacy and stigma reduction.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN

Centura
Ulysses, Garden City, Dodge City, Kansas
02.2023 - Current
  • Triage patients, Vitals, IV, and Medications per doctor's order
  • Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of protected health information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
  • Coordinated with back-office staff for the timely and effective care of patients.
  • Obtained proper authorization and identification prior to the release of confidential medical records
  • Answered, investigated, and directed patient inquiries or complaints to the manager.
  • Scrutinized prescriptions and referrals for accuracy to verify patient service and treatment
  • Identified and reminded patients of health maintenance gaps
  • Prepared and administered medications as directed by a physician
  • Helped physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments and materials and performing such tasks as giving injections and removing sutures
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
  • Obtained medical information and measured vital signs, weight, and height
  • Performed routine laboratory tests and sample analyses
  • Set up medical laboratory equipment
  • Performed general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation and completing insurance forms
  • Authorized drug refills and provided prescription information to pharmacies
  • Greeted and logged in patients arriving at office and clinic
  • Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and information such as test resulted in medical records
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations, kept rooms neat and clean
  • Explained treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients
  • Showed patients to examination rooms and prepared for the physician.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens, logged specimens and prepared them for testing
  • Inventoried and order medical, lab, or office supplies or equipment
  • Changed dressings on wounds.
  • Provided customized patient and family education to foster continuum of care
  • Developed and recorded treatment plans as directed by the physician.
  • Conducted patient assessment, prioritizing data collection based on patient condition or needs.
  • Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

PMHNP Student

Genesis Family Health
Dodge City, Garden City, Kansas
05.2024 - 05.2025
  • Assessed potential risk factors associated with suicidal ideation or violent behavior.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed including hospitalization recommendations if necessary.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of protected health information.
  • Utilized evidence-based interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy during individual sessions.
  • Counseled individuals struggling with trauma-related issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder.
  • Performed comprehensive assessments using tools such as the MMPI-2, DSM-5 criteria.
  • Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
  • Advised and educated patients and families on mental health and medical conditions, medications, or treatment plans.
  • Referred patients to psychiatrists, primary care physicians, or other medical specialists for more specialized treatment.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with mental health disorders.
  • Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
  • Reviewed and interpreted diagnostic and laboratory tests.
  • Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
  • Educated families about the importance of mental health care and available resources in the community.
  • Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients with complex diagnoses.

RN

FAVORITE HEALTHCARE STAFFING
US
02.2021 - 12.2024
  • Worked as a travel nurse
  • Went to Hays Medical center and per diem
  • The nurse/patient ratio was 1:4 or 5
  • Passed medication, did two assessments a shift, IV, IV medications, and all care required of the patient
  • Patient-centered care, bedside report
  • Worked on a block schedule
  • Covid patients
  • Leveraged technology to document patient care activities and interventions
  • Initiated resuscitative measures to reduce disability and death from acute circulatory and respiratory emergencies
  • Maintained proper personal sanitation and regularly sterilized equipment
  • Prescribed and administered medications to patients based on symptoms and conditions
  • Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures and physician orders
  • Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution
  • Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health and care services to meet patients' complex care needs
  • Presented health information and treatment options to patients and families as needed
  • Conducted patient assessment, prioritizing data collection based on patient condition or needs
  • Performed therapeutic nursing interventions to promote patient well-being
  • Delivered non-judgmental and non-discriminatory care sensitive to patient diversity, preserving dignity and rights
  • Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings
  • Prepared patients for examinations, procedures and treatments and assisted healthcare professionals during operations
  • Modified patient treatment plans according to symptoms, responses, and conditions
  • Assessed and evaluated the patient physical, mental, and emotional status to assist with care needs
  • Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures
  • Obtained specimens and performed EKG tests using proper techniques and procedures
  • Determined availability of medical equipment and supplies, assisting in the procurement of deficiencies
  • Managed individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patient health through the nursing process
  • Provided customized patient and family education to foster a continuum of care
  • Developed individualized plan of care to perform appropriate treatments as ordered by a physician
  • Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess and evaluate patient care plans
  • Facilitated non-judgmental and non-discriminatory care to preserve patient autonomy, dignity, and rights
  • Reported symptoms, condition changes, and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families
  • Taught patients and significant others to manage illness or injury by explaining post-treatment home care needs
  • Developed and recorded treatment plans as directed by a physician

RN-Med Surg

RN MED SURG, WESTERN PLAINS MEDICAL CENTER
US
05.2021 - 03.2022
  • All care is required on a med Surg floor
  • The nurse-patient ratio was 1:6 or 7
  • Worked 7 on and 7 off
  • Bedside report, patient-centered care
  • Start IV, gave IV medications, passed medications, assessments, TURP care, hip fractures, cellulitis, MI among others
  • Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge
  • Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
  • Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
  • Met deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables
  • Defined problems, collected data, established facts, and validated conclusions
  • Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans, and objectives
  • Adhered to quality and service standards to support operational goals

RN

Pratt Regional Medical Center
Pratt, Kansas
10.2021 - 02.2022
  • Triage patients, Vitals, IV, and Medications per doctor's order
  • Clean, strip beds, make beds, answer phones, and chart
  • Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess and evaluate patient care plans
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of protected health Information to comply with HIPAA regulations
  • Verified and updated changes in patient, physician, or insurance to maintain proper billing
  • Coordinated with back-office staff for timely and effective care of patients
  • Obtained proper authorization and identification prior to the release of confidential medical records
  • Answered, investigated, and directed patient inquiries or complaints to the manager
  • Scrutinized prescriptions and referrals for accuracy to verify patient service and treatment
  • Identified and reminded patients of health maintenance gaps
  • Prepared and administered medications as directed by a physician
  • Helped physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments and materials and performing such tasks as giving injections and removing sutures
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
  • Obtained medical information and measured vital signs, weight, and height
  • Performed routine laboratory tests and sample analyses
  • Set up medical laboratory equipment
  • Performed general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation and completing insurance forms
  • Authorized drug refills and provided prescription information to pharmacies
  • Greeted and logged in patients arriving at office and clinic
  • Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and information such as test resulted in medical records
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations, kept rooms neat and clean
  • Explained treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients
  • Showed patients to examination rooms and prepared for physician
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens, logged specimens and prepared them for testing
  • Inventoried and order medical, lab, or office supplies or equipment
  • Changed dressings on wounds
  • Provided customized patient and family education to foster continuum of care
  • Developed and recorded treatment plans as directed by physician
  • Conducted patient assessment, prioritizing data collection based on patient condition or needs

Education

Master’s degree - Science in Nursing (PMHNP)

05.2025

BACHELOR'S Degree - Nursing

WGU
Utah
09.2022

Associate Degree - Science

Garden City Community College
Garden, Kansas
05.2021

Skills

  • Patient Relationships
  • Patient Health Information Access
  • Specialized Healthcare Referrals
  • Therapeutic Interventions
  • Care Plan Evaluation
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Nursing Consultation
  • Individualized Treatment Plans
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Behavioral Health
  • Discharge Plan Development
  • Electronic Charting
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Mental Disability Management
  • Accurate Documentation
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medical Procedure Preparation
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Nursing Unit Collaboration
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Patient Examination
  • Treatment Preparation
  • Restraint Techniques
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Addiction Treatment
  • Preventive Healthcare
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations
  • Direct Supervision
  • Medication Management
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Group Activities Coordination
  • Psychological Assessment Assistance
  • Taking and Recording Vital Signs
  • Emotional Resilience
  • PTSD Intervention
  • Substance Abuse Knowledge
  • Dementia Care
  • Patient Room Sanitation
  • Team Collaboration
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Treatment Plan Modification
  • Community Program Referrals
  • Treatment Recommendations
  • Nursing Performance Assessment
  • Blood Product Transfusion
  • Prescription drug recommendations
  • Delegation and Motivation
  • Routine Examinations
  • Patient Admission
  • Test Interpretations
  • Psychiatric Disorders
  • Patient Medical Histories
  • Relaxation Techniques
  • Standards Administration
  • Safety Protocols
  • Emergency Diagnostics
  • Diagnostic Test Evaluations
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Management
  • Student Precepting
  • Healthcare Program Planning
  • Infection Control Procedures

Certification

Registered Nurse

Extracurricular Activities

Honor Roll

References

References available upon request

Timeline

PMHNP Student

Genesis Family Health
05.2024 - 05.2025

RN

Centura
02.2023 - Current

RN

Pratt Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - 02.2022

RN-Med Surg

RN MED SURG, WESTERN PLAINS MEDICAL CENTER
05.2021 - 03.2022

RN

FAVORITE HEALTHCARE STAFFING
02.2021 - 12.2024

Master’s degree - Science in Nursing (PMHNP)

BACHELOR'S Degree - Nursing

WGU

Associate Degree - Science

Garden City Community College

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