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Jennifer Zocolo

Youngstown,OH

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills..

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

St Joes Warren Hospital, Mercy Health
08.2011 - Current
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
  • Mentored new nurses as they transitioned into practice, providing guidance and support to promote professional growth.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Managed patients recovering from surgical procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Staff Nurse

Humility Of Mary Health Partners
12.2004 - 08.2011

2004-2006: Staff Nurse in ICU:

  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients
  • Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
  • Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.

2006-2011 Palliative and Hospice RN Liason

  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and helped coordinate care and supplies
  • Served as a patient advocate during interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring that the patient''s needs were considered in decision-making processes related to their care plans.

Staff Registered Nurse

Beeghly Urgent Care
07.1997 - 11.2004
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Delivered compassionate nursing care to diverse patient populations within the emergency department setting.
  • Performed minor procedures and assisted physicians with suturing procedures.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.

Staff Registered Nurse

St Ann' Hospital
08.1995 - 07.1996
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Delivered compassionate nursing care to diverse patient populations within the emergency department setting.
  • Performed minor procedures and assisted physicians with suturing procedures.

Telemetry Staff Nurse

Western Reserve Care Systems
08.1989 - 02.1995
  • Identified irregular telemetry readings and notified appropriate medical team members.
  • Incorporated evidence-based practice guidelines into daily nursing care, elevating overall quality of care provided to telemetry patients.
  • Instructed patients and family how to manage illness by explaining post-treatment home care needs, diet, nutrition and exercise programs and self-administration of medication and rehabilitation.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Prepared, administered and recorded prescribed medications and reported adverse reactions in accordance with policy.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of new admissions to determine appropriate levels of care and plan interventions accordingly.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Pediatric Registered Nurse

Children's Hospital
07.1988 - 08.1989
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
  • Administered medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse

St Elizabeth Medical Center
01.1987 - 07.1988
  • Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, advocating for patients'' needs and collaborating on care plans to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Education

Nursing Undergraduate

Akron University
Akron, OH

Nursing Undergraduate

Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH

Registered Nurse - Nursing

Akron City Hospital School of Nursing
Akron, OH
12.1986

Skills

  • High level of autonomy

  • Acute care expertise

  • Maintaining privacy

  • Physical assessments

  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

  • Lab result interpretation

  • Clinical judgment

  • Medical evaluation

  • Compassionate and Caring

  • Patient Assessments

Timeline

Registered Nurse

St Joes Warren Hospital, Mercy Health
08.2011 - Current

Staff Nurse

Humility Of Mary Health Partners
12.2004 - 08.2011

Staff Registered Nurse

Beeghly Urgent Care
07.1997 - 11.2004

Staff Registered Nurse

St Ann' Hospital
08.1995 - 07.1996

Telemetry Staff Nurse

Western Reserve Care Systems
08.1989 - 02.1995

Pediatric Registered Nurse

Children's Hospital
07.1988 - 08.1989

Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse

St Elizabeth Medical Center
01.1987 - 07.1988

Nursing Undergraduate

Akron University

Nursing Undergraduate

Youngstown State University

Registered Nurse - Nursing

Akron City Hospital School of Nursing
Jennifer Zocolo