Jess Abney
Houston,TX
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Level 4 NICU
Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital TMC
Houston TX
2024 - Current
- Provide highly specialized care for critically ill neonatal patients in a nationally recognized Level IV NICU.
- Cultivate trusting relationships with patients' families while serving as a consistent source of guidance, advocacy, and support.
- Translate complex medical information into clear and compassionate communication.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate individualized patient care.
- Maintain exceptional attention to detail, critical thinking, and professionalism while managing complex situations.
Lead Photographer
Jess Abney Photo
Houston
2014 - Current
- Form lasting relationships with clients through multiple life stages while documenting their meaningful milestones.
- Manage client communications, scheduling, and personalized photography experiences from initial consultation through final delivery of galleries.
- Create emotive, visual storytelling with an eye for detail.
High Acuity Student Tutor
UT Health Science Center
Houston
2023 - 2024
- Tailored educational support to diverse learning styles, helped students master complex nursing concepts, and collaborated with fellow tutors to develop resources and study materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UT Health Cizik School of Nursing
Houston, TX2024
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX2021
Leadership + Volunteer
Student Government Organization UT Health Cizik School of Nursing
Capstone Preceptorship Level 4 NICU, Texas Children’s Hospital Texas Medical Center, 2024
Intern at Heart and Vascular Surgery Center Physicians Center Hospital, Bryan, 2020
Assisted in the care and recovery of post-operative cardiovascular patients, supporting patient needs, monitoring recovery progress, and observing multidisciplinary care throughout the recovery process.
Member of Tri Delta Sorority, Texas A&M University, 2018 - 2021
- Director of Social Media and Public Relations
Selected from among 300+ members to document events, testimonials, experiences, and achievements of the organization, while leading marketing and communications and cultivating partnerships.
Counselor at Summer Events for Exceptional Kampers (SEEK) Camp, 2012 - 2019
- Developed engaging activities, provided personalized care, and effectively managed challenging behaviors to create an inclusive and supportive environment for children with various cognitive and physical disabilities.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATIONS + HONORS
Registered Nurse (RN), Texas Board of Nursing | 2024 – Present
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), First Aid & AED | Current
Phi Kappa Phi Collegiate Honor Society
Timeline
Registered Nurse Level 4 NICU
Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital TMC
2024 - Current
Lead Photographer
Jess Abney Photo
2014 - Current
High Acuity Student Tutor
UT Health Science Center
2023 - 2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UT Health Cizik School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health
Texas A&M University