Jenny Elaine Padgett
St. Lukes Medical Hospital
Orrick,Mo
1
Certification
33
years of professional experience
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Work History
BSN, RN
1 Year- Led nursing staff in implementing best practices, improving patient outcomes through enhanced care techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs for optimal care delivery.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
CERTIFIED ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
6 Years 6 Months- Recorded thorough treatment information in patient records to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Instructed patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
- Instructed patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs to promote better oral health outcomes.
- Sterilized and disinfected instruments while setting up trays to support efficient treatment delivery.
- Used various dental instruments to safely and properly clean teeth.
CERTIFIED ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
5 Years 9 Months- Sterilized and disinfected instruments and set up instrument trays to assist the Orthodontist.
- Instructed patients on oral hygiene and plaque control, enhancing their understanding of post-treatment care.
- Made preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations, contributing to accurate treatment planning.
- Recorded accurate, thorough treatment information in patient records.
- Assisted the Orthodontist in management of medical and dental emergencies.
- Provided postoperative instructions prescribed by Orthodontist.
CERTIFIED ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
2 Years 7 Months- Instructed patients on oral hygiene and plaque control to promote effective dental care.
- Cleaned and polished removable appliances, ensuring optimal fit and comfort for patients.
- Made preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts.
- Instructed patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
- Provided detailed postoperative instructions from Orthodontist to support patient recovery and compliance.
- Provided postoperative instructions prescribed by Orthodontist.
- Recorded accurate, thorough treatment information in patient records.
- Assisted dentist in management of medical and dental emergencies.
Education
Bachelor Science Nursing - Nursing Science
GPA: 3.71 Cum Laude
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
GPA: 3.73
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication management
Direct patient care
Patient evaluationsssments
Clinical evaluations
Telemetry monitoring
Strong clinical judgment
ACLS certification
Critical care
Cardiac care
Wound care
Infection control measures
Documentation and charting
Patient and family advocacy
Patient care
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) Expires July 18, 2027
- NIHSS Certification Expires February 12, 2027
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Long Term Care/Memory Care/Rehabilitation Care John Knox Village 30 Hours (9/23-10/23)
- GI Medical Surgical St. Lukes Plaza 60 Hours (9/24-10/24)
- Community/Mental Health Olathe Medical Wound Clinic 52 Hours (10/24-11/24)
- Don Bosco
- Crittenton
- St. Lukes Community Hospital
- Heartland
- Pulmonary B St. Lukes Plaza 72 Hours (1/25-02/25)
- Obstetrics St. Lukes East 36 Hours (3/25-03/25)
- NICU, Labor Delivery, Postpartum
- Pediatrics Children’s Mercy Hospital 24 Hours (4/25-04/25)
- 4 Sutherland Cardiac Med-Surg
Timeline
BSN, RN
St. Lukes Medical Hospital
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
CERTIFIED ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
Hechler Orthodontics
06.2000 - 12.2006Read More
CERTIFIED ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
White Orthodontics
09.1996 - 06.2002Read More
CERTIFIED ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
Dr. John Carter DDS, MSD
01.1994 - 08.1996Read More
Rockhurst University Allied Health
Associate of Science from Nursing Education
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Rockhurst University
Bachelor Science Nursing from Nursing Science
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