Jessica Ballesteros
Registered Nurse
Mayfield,KY
Summary
Proactive People-Leader with firm 10-year background in human resources seeking to leverage people-focused skills in nursing. Results-oriented professional skilled at building rapport and working effectively with all levels of leadership. Proficient in EPIC, ADP Workforce Now, ATS, Microsoft Office and Teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Paducah
Paducah, KY
01.2025 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Patient Care Technician Float Pool
Baptist Health Paducah
Paducah, KY
6 2024 - 12.2024
- Monitored vital signs for 9-15 patients per shift and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Director of Human Resources
Anderson Communities
Lexington, KY
02.2020 - 07.2021
- Selected benefit programs for over 100 employees, including dental, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates
- Streamlined recruitment processes for increased efficiency in hiring top talent
- Coordinated professional development programs that resulted in enhanced employee skills, boosting internal promotions
Director of Human Resources
Lexidan Foods D/b/a Waffle House
Lexington, KY
05.2011 - 01.2020
- Collaborated on hiring and training of new employees, professional growth of staff and team building and motivation.
- Coordinated and worked with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution and employee accountability.
- Oversaw benefits administration for over 300 employees, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness of offerings
- Managed complex employee relations issues, reducing legal risks and maintaining positive work environment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Murray State University
Murray, KY 08.2022 - 12.2024
Skills
Health promotion and prevention
Critical thinking
Providing education and guidance
Wholistic patient care including mind, body, and spirit
Certification
Basic Life Support - Expires July 2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Paducah
01.2025 - Current
Basic Life Support - Expires July 2026
03-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Murray State University
08.2022 - 12.2024
Director of Human Resources
Anderson Communities
02.2020 - 07.2021
Senior Professional in Human Resources - Expires March 2026
03-2019
Director of Human Resources
Lexidan Foods D/b/a Waffle House
05.2011 - 01.2020
Patient Care Technician Float Pool
Baptist Health Paducah
6 2024 - 12.2024
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