Jessica Blair
Parkersburg
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Eager to further advance career within the health system.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Advanced Care Unit
WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center
2018.06 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Owner/Manager of Operations
Perine Transport
2014.08 - 2021.11
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Completed pre-employment screenings and necessary on-boarding tasks.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business's financial stability.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Rehab Aide/ Receptionist/ Outpatient Therapy Coord
Health South Rehab Hospital
2013.09 - 2014.10
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations through meticulous handling of confidential patient information.
- Encouraged patients'' self-care skills development through education on proper body mechanics, home exercise programs, and assistive device usage.
- Answered telephones and performed light clerical duties to maintain smooth operations while attending to various program needs.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Washington State Community College
Marietta, OH05.2018
High School Diploma -
Fort Frye High School
Beverly, OH05.2011
No Degree - Medical Office Technology
Washington County Career Center
Marietta, OH05.2011
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and Empathy
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Licensed RN
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Nursing staff leadership
- Tracheostomy Care
- Precepting
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
- Chart updating
- Staff Supervision
- ICU cross-trained
References
Connie Copen 304-580-9186
Taylor Minder 740-434-8143
Deric Allen 740-336-8772
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Advanced Care Unit
WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center
2018.06 - Current
Owner/Manager of Operations
Perine Transport
2014.08 - 2021.11
Rehab Aide/ Receptionist/ Outpatient Therapy Coord
Health South Rehab Hospital
2013.09 - 2014.10
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Washington State Community College
High School Diploma -
Fort Frye High School
No Degree - Medical Office Technology
Washington County Career Center
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