Jerisha Troxler
Lexington,KY
Summary
Patient-focused Perioperative Nurse experienced in maintaining overall sterility of operating room environment. Advocate for top-notch patient care. Promoting exceptional pain management, and relationship building skills. Gifted in helping patients remain calm during surgical preparations. Dependable individual always willing to go extra mile. Offering collaboration, multitasking and dynamic communication skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges, utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Perioperative Registered Nurse
UK Healthcare
07.2020 - Current
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Ensured accurate documentation of endoscopy findings for timely diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Managed daily scheduling conflicts to reduce operational backlogs and support full shift-coverage.
- Collaborated with team members to develop contingency plans for unexpected staff absences or schedule changes.
- Generated reports and tracked data to monitor operational priorities and scheduling.
- Optimized workflow by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and aligning staff assignments accordingly.
- Monitored front areas so that questions could be promptly addressed.
Admit and Discharge Coordinator
UK Healthcare
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Improved patient discharge process by coordinating with medical teams and ensuring timely communication between departments.
- Reduced readmission rates through thorough review of patient records and implementation of individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive discharge instructions and resources for follow-up care.
- Streamlined workflow by developing efficient systems for tracking patients'' progress throughout their hospital stay.
- Increased efficiency in the discharge process, implementing electronic record-keeping systems to track essential information.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current research findings in palliative care nursing practice through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Increased patient satisfaction by addressing emotional, spiritual, and physical needs holistically.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
UK Healthcare
03.2011 - 06.2020
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as thoracentesis, intubation.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Neurosurgery Registered Nurse
UKHC
03.2010 - 11.2010
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL08.2009
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Lexington, KY08.1995
Skills
- Test Interpretations
- Patient Care Plans
- Surgical Assistance
- Wound Care
- Attention to Detail
- Treatment Recommendations
- Sterile technique
- Clinical judgment
- Accurate Documentation
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Patient Management
- Care Coordination
- Basic Life Support
- Cardiac monitors
- Diabetes management
- Healthcare regulations
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse 2011- 1127151
- ACLS - #235401446086 (11/2022-11/2024)
- BLS- #245415811422 (2/2024-2/2026)
Timeline
Perioperative Registered Nurse
UK Healthcare
07.2020 - Current
Admit and Discharge Coordinator
UK Healthcare
03.2019 - 06.2020
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
UK Healthcare
03.2011 - 06.2020
Neurosurgery Registered Nurse
UKHC
03.2010 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Kentucky University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Polk State College
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School