Jessica Chapman
Virginia Beach,United States
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with a strong commitment to patient-centered care, a proven track record of enhancing comfort, and improving health outcomes. Became a registered nurse after accumulating over 20 years of patient-facing experience as a licensed practical nurse. Proficient and caring nursing team member consistently addressing patient needs with compassionate care and meticulous attention to detail. Dedicated to maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness for patients from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
12.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
LPN
Arden Courts
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Work within the scope of practice for an LPN in the state of Virginia within an assisted living facility, including charge nurse/supervisor duties.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Executive Director Sandra Stover (757) 650-6128
LPN
Trinity Hospice
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Work within the scope of practice for an LPN in Virginia, performing hospice care within facilities and private residences.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Evaluate patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
LPN
Westminster Canterbury
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Work within the scope of practice for an LPN in the state of Virginia, including charge nurse duties.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Supervisor: Kimberly Woodruff RN
LPN
Hampton VAMC
08.2016 - 06.2023
- Work within the scope of practice within the federal government for a GS 6-09, including but not limited to all care designated for an outpatient clinic setting (2017-2023) and hemodialysis (2016-2017)
- Hemodialysis
- Care of dialysis ports and catheters, including sterile dressing changes and assessments.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance the knowledge base and skill set as an LPN.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management, and wound management.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary healthcare and social service provider team to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Supervisor: Lutecia Eaddy (757)722-9961
LPN
Lebanon VA Medical Center
08.2008 - 08.2016
- Work within the scope of practice for an LPN 6-07 within the federal government.
- Experience with medical/surgical and ortho/rehab
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Supervisor: Stacy Mayfield RN Nurse Manager (717)272-6621
LPN
Pleasant View Retirement Community
02.2007 - 09.2008
- Work within the scope of practice for an LPN in the state of Pennsylvania, including but not limited to administration of medications, providing treatments including dressing changes as directed by physicians, accurately and timely documentation, providing education and teaching to patients and families as needed, assessing patients as needed, updating MDS as necessary, effectively communicating with all members of the healthcare team, active listening and emotional support provided as needed, assisting patients with ADLs, etc
- Supervisor: Hagar Scott RN (717)665-2445
LPN
Lebanon VA Medical Center
02.2004 - 12.2006
- Work within the scope of practice for an LPN 5 in the federal government, including but not limited to the administration of medication using BCMA, accurate and timely charting in CPRS, effectively communicating with all members of the healthcare team, providing education to patients and families as needed, providing active listening and emotional support as needed, assisting patients with ADLs, providing treatments as directed by a physician including dressing changes, etc
- Experience with inpatient long-term care, geriatric evaluation and management, inpatient hospice, and palliative care
- Trained under Dr. Scott Shreve-former National Director for the Hospice & Palliative Care Program at the Department of Veteran's Affairs
- Supervisor: Barb Kohr RN (717)272-6621
GN/LPN
Ecumenical Retirement Community
07.2003 - 02.2004
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - RN
Riverside College of Health Sciences
Newport News, VA12-2024
Diploma - LPN
Lebanon County Career And Technology Center
Lebanon, PA06.2003
Skills
- Geriatric Nursing
- Diabetes management
- Rehabilitation Nursing
- Palliative Care
- Health Promotion
- Disease Prevention
- Orthopedic Nursing
- Hospice Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Inpatient Care & outpatient care
Dayphone
717-222-2469
Awards
Daisy Award Recipient, 06/22
References
- Mary Haagenson, Hampton VAMC, RN, 757-404-0159, haagenson.mary@gmail.com
- Cecelia Cook, Hampton VAMC, LPN, 757-717-5558, Cecelia.Cook@va.gov
- Jenise Harris, Hampton VAMC, RN, 202-352-6497
Jobtype
RN
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a team of 2 in developing an immunization clinic pilot at the Virginia Beach Community-Based Outpatient Clinic.
- Updated the Quick Sweep at the Virginia Beach Community-Based Outpatient Clinic.
- Achieved the highest metrics at the Virginia Beach Community-Based Outpatient Clinic through diligent work with a team consisting of an M.D., LPN, and an RN.
- Collaborated with a group of 5 nurses to streamline and implement updated outpatient screenings for the Hampton VAMC.
Licenses
LPN license (single state) Pennsylvania PN266724
Original issue date: 11/12/2003
Expiration date: 06/30/2026
UNENCUMBERED
LPN license (Multistate) Virginia 0002094326
Original issue date: 08/18/2016
Expiration date: 07/31/2025
UNENCUMBERED
Registered Nurse (multistate) Virginia 0001334416
Original issue date: 12/26/2024
Expiration date: 7/31/2027
UNENCUMBERED
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
12.2024 - Current
LPN
Trinity Hospice
06.2024 - 08.2024
LPN
Arden Courts
02.2024 - 12.2024
LPN
Westminster Canterbury
06.2023 - 10.2023
LPN
Hampton VAMC
08.2016 - 06.2023
LPN
Lebanon VA Medical Center
08.2008 - 08.2016
LPN
Pleasant View Retirement Community
02.2007 - 09.2008
LPN
Lebanon VA Medical Center
02.2004 - 12.2006
GN/LPN
Ecumenical Retirement Community
07.2003 - 02.2004
Associate Degree in Nursing - RN
Riverside College of Health Sciences
Diploma - LPN
Lebanon County Career And Technology Center
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