Jessica Sommers
Richmond,VA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience in progressive and cardiac care, notably at Stafford Hospital. Expert in patient care management and telemetry monitoring, demonstrating leadership by mentoring new nurses. Proven track record in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes, emphasizing patient and family education.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PCU
Triage Staffing
Richmond, VA
12.2024 - Current
- Deliver and accurately document direct, age-specific care to a diverse patient population based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care
- Safely administer prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and potential interactions to ensure patient safety
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to create and implement individualized care plans
- Monitor patient conditions, promptly addressing any significant changes
- Provide patient education on treatments and post-discharge care to promote recovery and health management
Travel RN, Med-Surg Tele
Aya Healthcare
Culpeper, VA
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Provide direct patient care to adult and geriatric patients in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit, managing acute and chronic conditions
- Administer medications, treatments, and therapies prescribed by physicians, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols
- Monitor vital signs and promptly address changes in patient status to prevent complications
- Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, and dietitians to develop individualized care plans
- Perform wound care, IV therapy, catheterizations, and other nursing procedures following evidence-based practices
Advanced Cardiac Care RN
Mary Washington Hospital
Fredericksburg, VA
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Conduct pre-procedure assessments, including medical history reviews and informed consent
- Assist cardiologists during transesophageal echocardiograms, ensuring patient safety and comfort
- Provide post-anesthesia recovery care, including monitoring vitals and assessing catheterization sites
- Set up sterile fields for loop recorder placement and removal
- Educate patients and families on post-procedure care and discharge instructions
Progressive and Cardiac Care RN
Stafford Hospital
Stafford, VA
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments, and documented care activities
- Monitored telemetry for changes in cardiac rhythm and provided care for progressive care patients requiring high-acuity monitoring
- Educated patients on preventive care and lifestyle modifications to improve health outcomes
- Trained and mentored student nurses, interns, and new graduates in clinical practices
- Administered medications (oral, IV, and intramuscular) as part of treatment plans
- Promoted family engagement in patient care, including education and discharge preparation
- Participated in committees to develop nursing and hospital policies
- Unit Council Chair, Stafford Hospital
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA08.2022
Healthcare Technician Certificate -
Germanna Community College
Fredericksburg, VA05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05.2010
Skills
- Patient care management
- Telemetry monitoring
- Pre- and post-procedure care
- IV therapy and wound care
- Patient and family education
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
- Leadership and mentoring
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PCU
Triage Staffing
12.2024 - Current
Travel RN, Med-Surg Tele
Aya Healthcare
09.2024 - 11.2024
Advanced Cardiac Care RN
Mary Washington Hospital
11.2023 - 09.2024
Progressive and Cardiac Care RN
Stafford Hospital
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
George Mason University
Healthcare Technician Certificate -
Germanna Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
University of South Florida
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