Jenny Godwin
Goldsboro,NC
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
UNC Health Wayne
05.2016 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Managed emergency department operations, ensuring adequate staffing levels and appropriate allocation of resources.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
UNC Health Johnston
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Contributed to improved departmental performance metrics through prompt documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses in electronic medical records.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Vidant Medical Center
09.2012 - 05.2016
- Enhanced patient safety by maintaining a sterile surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures, ensuring efficient completion and minimized complications.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Improved team communication through active participation in pre-and post-operative discussions, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Contributed to reduced infection rates by diligently practicing proper sterilization techniques for instruments and equipment.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wilson Community College
Wilson, NC05.2016
Skills
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
UNC Health Johnston
01.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
UNC Health Wayne
05.2016 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Vidant Medical Center
09.2012 - 05.2016
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wilson Community College