Jennifer Woodcox
Huntington,IN
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a robust background at Parkview Huntington Hospital, showcasing expertise in medical assessment and infectious disease control. Excelled in delivering culturally-sensitive care and fostering team coordination. Proven track record in improving patient recovery rates through effective family advocacy and direct patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Parkview Huntington Hospital
Huntington, IN
11.2024 - Current
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Oncology Nurse
Lutheran Hospital
Fort Wayne, IN
07.2020 - 10.2024
- Supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed interventions based on the assessment findings.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary team members about plan of care updates and changes.
- Assisted physicians in performing medical procedures such as biopsies, chemotherapy administration, and radiation treatments.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized plans of care for each patient.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN12-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN05-2020
Skills
- Medical assessment
- Infectious disease control
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Lab result interpretation
- Vaccine administration
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Team coordination
- Direct patient care
- Family advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Parkview Huntington Hospital
11.2024 - Current
Oncology Nurse
Lutheran Hospital
07.2020 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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