Jess Pecenka
Waterloo,IA
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with 12 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in clinical settings. Fosters relationships with patients, caregivers, and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Evolve Aesthetics and Regenerative Medicine
Waterloo, IA
12.2024 - Current
- Provided pre-treatment consultation and post-treatment care instructions to patients.
- Administered intramuscular medications, and monitored patient reactions.
- Evaluated patient progress during follow up appointments to ensure desired results were achieved.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
UnityPoint Clinic Ob/Gyn
Cedar Falls, IA
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Clinic Supervisor, LPN
UnityPoint Clinic Internal Medicine
Waterloo, IA
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with department managers to correct problems and improve services.
- Delegated clinical and managerial responsibilities to staff.
- Established rapport with medical and clinical staff and administration.
- Evaluated performance of staff nurses, contributing to professional development.
- Supervised daily nursing activities and general operations while delivering exceptional care and building solid nursing teams.
Licensed Practical Nurse
UnityPoint Clinic Ob/Gyn
Cedar Falls, IA
05.2013 - 02.2020
- Document patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as blood pressure, height and weight.
- Triaged patients' issues based on stated symptoms, basic assessments and documented vitals.
- Collect biological specimens and package for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
- Assist physicians with conduction examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Educate clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options.
- Work with healthcare team, including social workers, labor and delivery.
- Guide expectant mothers through stages of pregnancy via prenatal nursing care at health clinic in coordination with obstetrician.
Student Nurse Technician
UnityPoint Health
Waterloo, IA
10.2010 - 05.2013
- Observed, recorded and reported changes in patient condition.
- Responded to call lights to assist patients with various care and comfort needs.
- Delivered meals, offered snacks, fed patients and documented oral intake of food, liquids and supplements.
Education
Diploma of Practical Nursing -
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA12.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA05.2009
Skills
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Healthcare platforms
- Samples collection
- Patient triaging
- Educating families
- Staff supervision
- Training and mentoring
Affiliations
2017 Living the Mission Recipient
Team Ambassador for Employee Engagement Survey
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Evolve Aesthetics and Regenerative Medicine
12.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
UnityPoint Clinic Ob/Gyn
01.2021 - 12.2024
Clinic Supervisor, LPN
UnityPoint Clinic Internal Medicine
02.2020 - 01.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
UnityPoint Clinic Ob/Gyn
05.2013 - 02.2020
Student Nurse Technician
UnityPoint Health
10.2010 - 05.2013
Diploma of Practical Nursing -
Hawkeye Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Hawkeye Community College
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