Jessica Chicoine-Honomichl
Jefferson,SD
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with 10 years of beside care and another seven years in direct patient care, phone triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Commitment to confidentiality of information at all times.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Family Healthcare Of Siouxland
Dakota Dunes, SD
08.2014 - Current
- Checked in patients quickly with adequate information.
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Performed phlebotomy when needed.
- Informed patients on disease prevention techniques and interventions.
- Organized and administered immunizations to patients.
- Managed detailed patient records, including patient histories, vitals and assessments.
- Communicated with patients regarding diagnoses, disease management and treatment plans.
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews.
- Coordinated with physicians to inform patients on test results, treatment options and recommended procedures.
Clinic Registered Nurse
Mercy Singing Hills Family Medicine
Sioux City, IA
01.2011 - 08.2014
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
- Medicated patients intravenously, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while maintaining personalized treatment plans.
- Set up referrals with specialists to handle patient needs.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Checked in patients quickly with adequate information.
- Performed phone triage on all incoming patients and determined the severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Coordinated with physicians to inform patients on test results, treatment options and recommended procedures.
- Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
Staff Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center Sioux City
Sioux City, IA
07.2007 - 01.2011
- Charge nurse on Surgery/Urology unit.
- Prepared patients for surgery and cared for post surgical patients returning from the recovery room.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Delivered outstanding care and conducted routine head-to-toe evaluations.
- Acted efficiently in patient emergencies such as blue codes and rapid response situations.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, wound care, ostomy care and catheter insertion and management.
- Performed bladder scans, assisted physcians with bedside procedures,
CNA
Mercy Medical Center Sioux City
Sioux City, IA
11.1996 - 07.2006
- Gathered and documented patient vital signs, ambulated and bathed patients.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Monitored fluid outputs, documented results and collected specimens for testing.
- Took advantage of opportunities for continuing education and pursued a degree in nursing.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
University Of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD2007
Skills
- Vaccine administration
- IV setup
- Direct patient care
- High level of autonomy
- Patient assessments
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- EMR / EHR
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Family Healthcare Of Siouxland
08.2014 - Current
Clinic Registered Nurse
Mercy Singing Hills Family Medicine
01.2011 - 08.2014
Staff Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center Sioux City
07.2007 - 01.2011
CNA
Mercy Medical Center Sioux City
11.1996 - 07.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
University Of South Dakota
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