Jennifer Velander
Registered nurse BSN
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Accomplished Pediatric Nurse with a progressive career history with Mayo Children's Hospital. Exceptional leader specializing in care coordination for home care needs of patients with tracheostomy airway management including a ventilator. Fostered effective relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude and cultural competence. Emphasized a proactive approach in identifying and addressing issues, optimizing a team environment and supporting the organization's goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Triage/Education Oncology Nurse
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
Sun City, AZ
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop teaching strategies that included the teach-back method to confirm competency.
- Facilitated one-on-one cancer educational classes for patients and families, supporting positive patient outcomes and experiences.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real time on triage phone line.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Mayo Children's Hospital
Rochester, MN
06.1991 - 11.2023
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute illness or surgery and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge through ongoing education opportunities.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team including Social Services to assess and review cases involving concerns about the child's overall safety and well-being and report to Child Safety Advocacy team.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Augustana University
Skills
Patient Education
Medical office administration
Cancer care coordination
Cancer patient management
Infection Control
Pediatric nursing care
Child Development
Gastrointestinal Care
Neonatal care
Strong Clinical Judgment
Chronic Illness Management
Postoperative care
Tracheostomy Care
Seizure Management
Cardiac Care
Child welfare management
Central Line Management
Quality Improvement
Cultural competence
Teamwork and Collaboration
Quote
"Value what you do and add value by what you do." - Unknown
Timeline
Triage/Education Oncology Nurse
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
03.2024 - 10.2024
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Mayo Children's Hospital
06.1991 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Augustana University