Jessica Banks
Council Bluffs,IA
Summary
Dynamic RN Health Coach with a strong background in nutrition counseling and health promotion. Committed to improving patient health through personalized interventions and educational initiatives, aiming to empower diverse populations for better health outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Health Coach
Methodist Physicians Clinic
08.2020 - 09.2026
- Conducted health assessments and screenings to identify risk factors and tailor interventions effectively.
- Developed personalized health plans to improve patients' overall wellness and chronic disease management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care and optimize patient outcomes.
- Ensure patients keep physician appointments
- Evaluate for barriers to care (i.e. learning deficits, transportation concerns, home health needs, etc.)
- Manage case list for continued follow up of a select group of patients (i.e. uncontrolled diabetics, patients who are new to insulin therapy or require frequent adjustments, etc.)
Center Medical Specialist
Grifols Biomat USA
09.2019 - 02.2021
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and quality standards during plasma collection processes.
- Ensured eligibility, health, and safety of our donors and the plasma collected.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices for donor interactions.
- Assisted in the implementation of process improvements that enhanced donor experience and efficiency.
- Performed duties as a medical professional, pre-donation screener (Donor Center Technician), and/or Phlebotomist.
- Perform physical exams and obtain medical history
- Handled mild donor adverse events and provide counseling for donors who had a reactive blood test
Registered Nurse
Nebraska Medicine
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Delivered patient-centered care through effective communication and active listening.
- Effectively communicated time sensitive information with Physicians
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nebraska Medicine
12.2012 - 06.2018
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for timely intervention.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Provided patients with excellent communication and care
- Served on unit committees and assisted in developing new processes that improved patient care
- Assisted leadership and management personnel with the training of new employees
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA05-2018
Skills
- Nutrition counseling
- Clinical assessment
- Health promotion
- HIPAA compliance
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Patient advocacy
Accomplishments
Hidden Halo award recipient July 2021
Timeline
RN Health Coach
Methodist Physicians Clinic
08.2020 - 09.2026
Center Medical Specialist
Grifols Biomat USA
09.2019 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse
Nebraska Medicine
06.2018 - 12.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nebraska Medicine
12.2012 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Western Community College