Jenniffer Allen
Jacksonville,Florida
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 13 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Neurology specialty.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neuromuscular Program Nurse Coordinator
University of Florida Neuroscience Institute
04.2021 - Current
- Review the appointment schedule to assure capacity for patients.
- Work with Neuromuscular Physician(s) as necessary and perform any and all nursing duties within the scope of nursing practice, including management, care, and coordination of respiratory assist devices, DME, specialty medications including infusions and injections such as botulinum toxin or intrathecal baclofen
- Work with Neuromuscular Specialist(s) to plan and implement care plans for patients, interfacing with other MDs, neuropsychologists, therapists, social worker, pharmacists, other medical staff, etc.
- Educate families, caregivers, and community on appropriate care for patients and provide information on our program, services, and treatments in accordance with patient care plans.
- Work with ALS Center Director to plan, develop, and conduct annual program simulations to facilitate education of residents. Manage and oversee all educational and outreach activities of the program.
- Work with Center Director to plan and conduct annual Hope and Help Symposium, annual Walk to Defeat ALS, and ALS Multidisciplinary Clinic.
- Monitor ALS financial accounts for accuracy and coordinate payment for goods and services.
- Oversee patient referrals to therapies and to outside resources.
- Work with Center Director to develop and implement appropriate ALS quality measures that will facilitate QI of processes within the Department. Generate quarterly report to present to Department QI Management Team.
Electrodiagnostic Technician
University of Florida Neuroscience Institute
03.2016 - 04.2021
- Assisted with NVCs and EMGs alongside physicians, monitoring patients and readouts.
- Collected and documented results and performed calculations to help physicians interpret scans.
- Tracked patient data, transcribed physician dictation and updated EMR charts.
- Measured patient body parts, marking locations for electrode placement during diagnostic testing.
- Collected patients' medical information as needed to customize test parameters.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
Medical Assistant
University of Florida Neuroscience Institute
11.2013 - 03.2016
- Prepares patients for the providers care by obtaining vital signs, updating medication lists, and reviewing past medical history
- Observe and report patients signs and symptoms to the provider
- Assists with exams and procedures to include Botox injections, lumbar punctures, intrathecal pump refills, DBS and VNS adjustments
- Serve as a liaison between patients, nurses, providers, and others. Keeping everyone updated and well informed of all pertinent information
- Maintained inventory, Medication and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Healthcare Specialist (68W)
United States Army
12.2012 - 09.2013
- Assists with technical and administrative management of medical treatment facilities under the supervision of a physician, nurse, or physician's assistant
- Assists with outpatient and inpatient care
- Take and record temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure of upwards of 100 patients a week
- Apply and remove surgical, wound, or skin dressings
- Collect and prepare specimens for analysis
- Administered and prescribed appropriate courses of treatment.
- Developed health plans for patients to improve overall health or recover from injuries and illnesses.
Healthcare Specialist (68W)
United States Army
10.2011 - 12.2012
- Lead medical assistant in the Women's Health Clinic
- Trained clinic staff of 40+ personnel in GYN policies, practices, and procedures following the closing of the Women's Health Specialty Clinic
- Directly assisted physician in over 3000 gynecological exams and procedures, to include PAP Smears, Endometrial Biopsies, Colposcopies, Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedures (LEEPs), IUD insertion and removals, and Implanon insertion and removals
- Solely responsible for updating and maintaining records for a Dysplasia Database which included more than 750 patients
- Patient education and instruction regarding treatments, medications, physician instructions, and clinic policy and procedures
Healthcare Specialist (68W)
United States Army
06.2010 - 10.2011
- Worked as part of a small team, including 1 physician, 1-2 nurses, and 1-3 medical assistants per shift, in an Acute Care Clinic
- Quickly assessed patient conditions as part of the intake process on between 30-50 patients per day
- Performed minor medical procedures and tests to include; wart removal, toenail removals, rapid strep testing, pregnancy testing, EKGs, IVs and blood draws.
- Transported patients to and from specialty clinics within the hospital
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
United States Army
06.2008 - 06.2010
- Supervised and performed field and sustainment level maintenance and recovery operations on light and heavy vehicles and associated trailers and equipment
- Diagnoses malfunctions and performs and supervises corrective maintenance on diesel engines and power generating units, including accessories, power trains, and chassis components of wheeled vehicles
Education
RN To BSN-MSN - Nursing
Chamberlain University
2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Concorde Career Institute
Jacksonville, FL2020
Healthcare Specialist/ EMT-B -
U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence
Fort Sam Houston, Tx2010
Basic Life Support (BLS) -
Skills
- Telephone Triage
- Treatment Coordination
- Records Management Systems
- Project Implementation
- Medical and Nursing Coordination
- Schedule Management
- Quality Improvement Activities
- Medical Device Prescriptions
- Compassionate and Caring
- Manage Cases
- Prescription Drug Recommendations
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA)
- American Association of Neuroscience Nurses (AANN)
- Florida Nurses Association (FNA)
- American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM)
Certification
- Registered Nurse License: RN9552566 - Multistate
- AHA Certified BLS Provider - Exp. December 2023
Timeline
Neuromuscular Program Nurse Coordinator
University of Florida Neuroscience Institute
04.2021 - Current
Electrodiagnostic Technician
University of Florida Neuroscience Institute
03.2016 - 04.2021
Medical Assistant
University of Florida Neuroscience Institute
11.2013 - 03.2016
Healthcare Specialist (68W)
United States Army
12.2012 - 09.2013
Healthcare Specialist (68W)
United States Army
10.2011 - 12.2012
Healthcare Specialist (68W)
United States Army
06.2010 - 10.2011
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
United States Army
06.2008 - 06.2010
RN To BSN-MSN - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Concorde Career Institute
Healthcare Specialist/ EMT-B -
U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence
Basic Life Support (BLS) -
- Registered Nurse License: RN9552566 - Multistate
- AHA Certified BLS Provider - Exp. December 2023
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