Jennifer Wiant
Brookville,PA
Summary
With a proven track record at AHN-Allegheny Valley Hospital, I excel in compassionate care and clinical judgment. Renowned for enhancing patient satisfaction and fostering positive relationships, my adaptable approach and critical thinking skills have consistently improved healthcare outcomes.
Student-focused Substitute Teacher accomplished in managing classrooms and delivering lessons. Careful about following teachers' plans and maintaining discipline.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Clarion-Limestone High School
08.2016 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Stay-at-home Mother
Home
03.2009 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
AHN-Allegheny Valley Hospital
05.2007 - 02.2009
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
RN Supervisor
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
10.2002 - 03.2007
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Established strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams for seamless coordination of patient care services.
- Developed effective care plans tailored to individual patient needs, ensuring comprehensive treatment approaches.
- Developed and distributed nursing assignments for unit employees that outlined individual and group tasks.
- Evaluated and monitored care and services throughout shift to improve quality levels.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Presbyterian Senior Care
07.1999 - 10.2002
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
Registered Nurse / Director of Nursing
AHN-Allegheny Valley Hospital
05.1992 - 06.1999
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA05-1992
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Critical thinking
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Clarion-Limestone High School
08.2016 - Current
Stay-at-home Mother
Home
03.2009 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
AHN-Allegheny Valley Hospital
05.2007 - 02.2009
RN Supervisor
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
10.2002 - 03.2007
Assistant Director of Nursing
Presbyterian Senior Care
07.1999 - 10.2002
Registered Nurse / Director of Nursing
AHN-Allegheny Valley Hospital
05.1992 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The Pennsylvania State University
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