Jennifer Roby Madden
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified medical surgical nurse and endoscopy periop RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 12+ years record in field.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
GI Periop Nurse
Prisma Health
Greer, SC
01.2021 - Current
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests, and procedures.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Assessed patients prior to surgical procedures by asking questions and detailing medical histories.
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Supported surgical team during procedures by handling and labeling specimen, recording OR events and procedures, and assisting surgeon and surgical tech with equipment.
Registered Nurse, Trauma Center
Carolinas HealthCare Systems
Charlotte, North Carolina
11.2016 - 08.2020
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Greenville Health System
Greenville, South Carolina
11.2011 - 05.2016
- Provide direct quality care to patients including monitoring, recording and evaluating a variety of medical conditions.
- Interact and communicate effectively with patients and family members of a diverse background.
- Collaborate with nursing staff in maintaining a successful transition of care.
- Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet each patients' unique needs.
- Improved care outcomes with proactive education, communication and guidance for patients and family members.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Educated patients and families on medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain management.
Education
Education/Spanish
Indiana University
1997
Master of Education - Instructional Systems Technology
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
2003
Associate degree in Nursing - Nursing
Greenville Technical College
2010
Skills
- Patient-focused
- Results-oriented
- Quick learner
- Computer proficient (EPIC)
- Good work ethic
- Multi-Task Management
- Creative Problem Solving
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Medication and IV administration
- PPE use
- Reliable & trustworthy
- BLS/ACLS
Affiliations
Member of Brookwood Church; Greenville, SC; Member of UNCC Alumni Association and Indiana University Alumni Association; Active SC nursing license, license number 213054, with privilege to practice in multi-state; BLS and ACLS certified.
Timeline
GI Periop Nurse
Prisma Health
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Trauma Center
Carolinas HealthCare Systems
11.2016 - 08.2020
Registered Nurse (RN)
Greenville Health System
11.2011 - 05.2016
Education/Spanish
Indiana University
Master of Education - Instructional Systems Technology
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Associate degree in Nursing - Nursing
Greenville Technical College
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