Jennifer L. Nilest
Loganville,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable Travel Registered Nurse with over 15 years of experience in delivering comprehensive patient care. Advanced skills working with diverse patient populations. Demonstrated fostering relationships and coordinating with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Transitions into operations smoothly, and flexes to meet differing routines and protocols.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
Louisville, Kentucky
06.2025 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions in telemetry unit.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physician orders.
- Implemented infection control practices to maintain a safe environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress and care plans.
REGISTERED NURSE
Piedmont Eastside
Snellville, GA
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Charge nurse, Ortho/Neuro Unit
- Responsible for the patient's needs and safety while in my care.
- Communicate clearly with the doctors as well as other members of the medical team caring for the patient.
- Strong ability to handle fast paced, high acuity assignments.
- Precepted new and experienced nurses during their training.
TRAVEL REGISTERED NURSE
Medical Solutions
Atlanta, GA
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs of a very fast paced hospital in Los Angeles CA.
REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL UNIT
Northeast Ga Medical Center
Gainesville, GA
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and CNAs, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
REGISTERED NURSE
BayCare Morton Plant
Clearwater, FL
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions on the renal unit including CBI and peritoneal dialysis.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of the care team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
REGISTERED NURSE BARIATRIC/STAFF NURSE, SURGICAL UNIT
Northeast Ga Medical Center
Gainesville, GA
05.2013 - 10.2018
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL UNIT
St Mary's Hospital and Medical Center
Louisville, KY
04.2011 - 05.2013
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia Perimeter College
Decatur, GA12.2009
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Medical records management
- Clinical documentation
- Staff development
Certification
- BLS
- NIH certification
- ACLS
- Registered Nurse
Licenses
GA License, RN229270, eNLC
Activities
Daisy Award
Timeline
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
06.2025 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
Piedmont Eastside
09.2022 - 05.2025
TRAVEL REGISTERED NURSE
Medical Solutions
10.2021 - 09.2022
REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL UNIT
Northeast Ga Medical Center
01.2019 - 10.2021
REGISTERED NURSE
BayCare Morton Plant
10.2018 - 01.2021
REGISTERED NURSE BARIATRIC/STAFF NURSE, SURGICAL UNIT
Northeast Ga Medical Center
05.2013 - 10.2018
REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL UNIT
St Mary's Hospital and Medical Center
04.2011 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia Perimeter College
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