Jessica Bjur
Zillah,WA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with over 21 years of diverse experience in both hospital and community settings. Proven expertise in patient care, case management, and health services administration. Adept at developing and implementing personalized care plans, ensuring patient comfort and well-being, and coordinating with healthcare providers and families. Exceptional communication and organizational skills, with a commitment to providing high-quality care and improving patient outcomes. Seeking to leverage extensive nursing experience and leadership abilities in a Home Health Case Manager position to make a positive impact on patients' lives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director of Nursing Services
Toppenish School District
Toppenish, WA
05.2020 - Current
- Managed a team of health services professionals across 8 educational facilities, catering to the needs of nearly 4,300 students.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the health services department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with external organizations to enhance resources and support for students, families, and the community.
- Contributed to development, updating, and implementation of district health policies and procedures in accordance with state guidelines.
- Provided district staff with health training in accordance with state guidelines for life-threatening conditions.
- Played a key role in the growth and establishment of School Based Medicaid Billing within our district
Home Health Quality Assuarance and Review RN
Virginia Mason Memorial Home Health and Hospice
Yakima, WA
01.2016 - 06.2020
- Conducted thorough reviews of home health patient charts to ensure accuracy prior to submission for billing and physician review.
- Assisted field clinicians in maintaining chart accuracy through education and training.
- Maintained accurate and prompt submission of patient charts as per mandated requirements.
- Managed and directed a team of 5 individuals in the QA department.
Interim Home Health Nurse Manager
Virginia Mason Memorial Home Health and Hospice
Yakima , WA
02.2017 - 09.2017
- Managed and coordinated staff schedules to ensure proper coverage of patient visits.
- Ensured high productivity of field clinicians through effective oversight of patient visit scheduling.
- Assisted in the hiring process for new team members.
- Contributed to the development of field clinicians' knowledge on new policies and procedures.
- Managed responsibilities as Quality Assurance and Review RN throughout my time in this position.
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Memorial Home Health & Hospice
Yakima, WA
12.2012 - 12.2015
- Managed the care of a case load of 20-25 patients with a wide variety of needs.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Collaborated with local agencies to ensure continuity of care upon discharge from home health services.
- Developed personalized care plans for patients based on individual needs.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss the progress of each patient's treatment plan.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families and healthcare providers.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Trained new home health nurses, sharing best practices and clinical expertise.
- Provided direct skilled nursing services including wound care, lab draws, PICC line maintenance, and catheter care.
Staff Floor Nurse
Yakima Regional Hospital
Yakima, WA
02.2003 - 12.2012
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Ensured timely administration of medications and maintained accurate records for 6-8 patients during a normal shift.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for the patient's recovery.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Utilized evidence-based guidelines while providing quality nursing care services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Intercollegiate College of Nursing-WSU
Pullman, WA12-2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA12-2002
High School Diploma -
Toppenish High School
Toppenish, WA06-1998
Skills
- Leadership experience
- Case management experience
- Strong Communication Skills
- Compassionate patient care
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Chronic Disease Management
- Care Planning
- Patient Assessments
Certification
- Washington State Nursing License RN00148502 Issued 03/2003 Expires 01/2025
- Basic Life Support CPR/First aid instructor certification through American Heart Association
Accomplishments
- Excellence in Chronic Care Management Award- Home Care Association of Washington in 2015
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Director of Nursing Services
Toppenish School District
05.2020 - Current
Interim Home Health Nurse Manager
Virginia Mason Memorial Home Health and Hospice
02.2017 - 09.2017
Home Health Quality Assuarance and Review RN
Virginia Mason Memorial Home Health and Hospice
01.2016 - 06.2020
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Memorial Home Health & Hospice
12.2012 - 12.2015
Staff Floor Nurse
Yakima Regional Hospital
02.2003 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Intercollegiate College of Nursing-WSU
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Washington University
High School Diploma -
Toppenish High School
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