JENNIFER J. ESPER
Ypsilanti,Michigan
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse: Urology Surgical Clinic
IHA
Ann Arbor, Michigan
04.2018 - Current
- Assist physicians with office procedures including; Botox injections, cystoscopies, Urodynamic testing, Peripheral Nerve Evaluation placement, bladder biopsies and fulguration.
- Independently responsible for exchanging SP and Foley catheters, administering IM and oral medications, instilling BCG treatment, performing Interstim interrogation, and blood draws for prostate cancer screening.
- Responsible for completing FMLA forms, medication prior authorizations, triaging patient phone calls, answering patient inquiries via patient portal and patient phone calls, assessment of patients and history review during office visits, and coordinating telemedicine visits.
Registered Nurse: Labor & Delivery
Henry Ford Allegiance Health
Jackson, Michigan
08.2014 - 01.2018
- Assessed, planned and evaluated patient care needs before and during pregnancy including obtaining patient history and assessing for labor risk factors.
- Provided care for patients utilizing fetal and maternal monitoring equipment.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient and attending to baby after birth.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor and fetal distress.
- Monitored, recorded and communicated patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems.
- Managed the patient's pain including epidural and patient controlled analgesia administration.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
Registered Nurse: Cardio-Pulmonary Med-Surg
Henry Ford Allegiance Health
Jackson, Michigan
10.2011 - 08.2014
- Provided direct nursing care to adult and geriatric patient populations through full implementation of the five phases of the nursing process and professional standards of care.
- Collaborated with other members of the Health System as appropriate in coordinating patient care.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, technicians and unit clerks.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Promoted to resource nurse and shift supervisor.
- Served as preceptor and mentor to newly hired nurses and nursing students.
Case Manager: 40hrs/week
Potomac Highlands Mental Health Guild
Petersburg, West Virginia
01.2007 - 12.2007
- Coordinated all necessary mental health care, along with associated supportive services, for a caseload of 50-75 outpatient clients.
- Consulted with psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists in order to devise treatment plans for clients and determine all service needs.
- Provided crisis intervention work for consumers and/or individuals in need of emergency assistance.
Treatment Specialist
Holy Cross Children's Services
Clinton, Michigan
10.2005 - 06.2006
- Monitored, taught, and guided youth in daily living activities, chores, and responsibilities
- Facilitated group discussions utilizing daily treatment plans and student goals
- Encouraged development of positive attitudes, self-image, and social skills by providing positive role modeling.
- Executed self-defense training, de-escalation tactics, and conflict resoulution in times of need.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jackson Community College
2010
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Michigan State University
2004
Skills
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Care Assessment
- Clear Patient Communication
- Nurse Collaboration
- Therapy and Counseling
- Emergency Situations
- Acute and Chronic Health Issues
Accomplishments
- Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan
- IHA STARR award for employee excellence in 2020 and 2021
- Press Ganey recognition from IHA in 2021
- DAISY award nomination in 2016
Certification
- Certified in BLS for Healthcare Providers
- Sacral Neuromodulation with InterStim program completion in 2019
- Certified preceptor through the Precepting for Success training
- Proficient in EMR charting, specifically EPIC
Timeline
Registered Nurse: Urology Surgical Clinic
IHA
04.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse: Labor & Delivery
Henry Ford Allegiance Health
08.2014 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse: Cardio-Pulmonary Med-Surg
Henry Ford Allegiance Health
10.2011 - 08.2014
Case Manager: 40hrs/week
Potomac Highlands Mental Health Guild
01.2007 - 12.2007
Treatment Specialist
Holy Cross Children's Services
10.2005 - 06.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jackson Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Michigan State University
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