Jessica Courtney
Searcy,AR
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Unity Home Health, excelling in patient assessments and wound care. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans while fostering relationships through compassion and empathy. Adept at medication administration and mentoring nursing staff, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Unity Home Health
Searcy, AR
03.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical team promptly.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans based on individual needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during patient interactions and procedures.
- Participated in training sessions to stay updated on best practices in home health care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
Elite Home Health Care
Forrest City, AR
06.2020 - 03.2025
- 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.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Elite Home Health Care
Forrest City, AR
04.2018 - 06.2020
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with care protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management plans, promoting adherence to prescribed therapies.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans, tailoring approaches to meet diverse patient needs.
- Implemented infection control procedures, reducing risk of healthcare-associated infections within the facility.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Forrest City Medical Center
Forrest City, AR
06.2015 - 04.2018
- Evaluated effectiveness of care strategies, driving continuous improvement in clinical outcomes across patient populations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery and streamline operational processes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skill development and ensuring adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR10-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
East Arkansas Community College
Forrest City, AR05-2020
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- Relationship building
Certification
- BLS certified.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Unity Home Health
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Elite Home Health Care
06.2020 - 03.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Elite Home Health Care
04.2018 - 06.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Forrest City Medical Center
06.2015 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
East Arkansas Community College