Jennifer Westforth
Mustang,OK
Summary
Knowledgeable and proactive ICU Registered Nurse with proven skills in coordinating and implementing treatment plans. Handles the needs of patients with common presentations and complex cases, including responding expertly to diverse emergencies. Calm and insightful during stressful situations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
OU Medical Center Edmond
Edmond, OK
10.2023 - Current
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes, and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ system failures in critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one's progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
Server
Chilis's Bar and Grill
Yukon, OK
05.2006 - 11.2021
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
Education
No Degree - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK05-2023
Skills
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- ECG
- Intravenous therapy
- Neurological monitoring
- Ethical practice
- Telemetry monitoring
- Respiratory maintenance
- Advanced life support
- Compassionate care
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Problem-solving
- Patient monitoring
Accomplishments
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets, and physician instructions to patients.
- Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Certification
- Basic Life Support American Heart Association 2026/02
- Advanced Life Support American Heart Association 2026/02
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
OU Medical Center Edmond
10.2023 - Current
Server
Chilis's Bar and Grill
05.2006 - 11.2021
No Degree - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
University of Central Oklahoma
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City Community College