Jesse Witters
Lewiston,ID
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Supervisor
Catalyst Medical Group, Valley Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
- Confidently directed overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
- Delegated tasks and provided leadership for 10 nurses and support personnel.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees via email, phone and in person.
- Educated patients and families on treatment procedures and answered questions for thorough home care plans.
- Investigated and reported all incidents per clinic policies.
- Interviewed, hired, instructed and mentored employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients.
- Maintained strong commitment to patient care through dedicated case management and treatment delivery.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
Catalyst Medical Group, Valley Medical Center
08.2016 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Collected laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Care Giver
Alternative Nursing Services
09.2011 - 04.2016
- Worked independently with little instruction from supervisors.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Walla Walla Community College
Clarkston, WA06.2016
Skills
- Prenatal Care
- Postpartum Care
- Administering Immunizations
- Medical Supply Management
- Medication Administration
- Sanitation
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Women's Health Exams
- Removing Sutures
- Performing EKGs
- Staff Supervision
- Setting Up Referrals
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient Care
- Well Visit Procedures
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse- 2016 to Current
- Licensed Practical Nurse - 2015-2016
Timeline
Nursing Supervisor
Catalyst Medical Group, Valley Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Catalyst Medical Group, Valley Medical Center
08.2016 - 05.2022
Care Giver
Alternative Nursing Services
09.2011 - 04.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Walla Walla Community College
- Licensed Registered Nurse- 2016 to Current
- Licensed Practical Nurse - 2015-2016
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