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Work History
Education
Skills
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Additional Training Certifications
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Awards
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Jessica Davis

Woodridge,Illinois

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven 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.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Agency Travel Nursing
05.2021 - Current
  • Effectively analyze, plan, execute, and evaluate impatient care in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, homes, and schools.
    Medication administration and monitoring of blood glucose levels
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between facilities by effectively communicating pertinent patient information to receiving staff members.
  • Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, including central line placements, lumbar punctures, and thoracenteses.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.

Registered Nurse

Psychiatric/Medical/Surgical Unit, Bolingbrook Hospital AMITA health
06.2020 - 12.2022
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

Registered Nurse

Generations
01.2017 - 06.2020
  • Provide direct quality care to patients including daily monitoring, recording, and evaluation of medical conditions of up to 20 patients per day
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

Assistant Nurse

Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Unit, West Suburban Hospital
08.2011 - 10.2017
  • Assisted Physicians in taking blood pressure, measuring heartbeat, and recording vitals and physical examinations
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Checking and documenting vital signs, weigh, intake, and output
  • Collecting stool samples and urine specimens, checking glucose and electrocardiogram, Performing sterile wound care dressing changes
  • Collaborating with other nursing staff in maintaining a calm environment in caring for patients

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
05.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ambria College of Nursing
Hoffman Estates, IL
12.2019

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Triton College
River Grove, IL
05.2014

High School Diploma -

Proviso East High School
Maywood, IL
05.2006

Skills

  • Health Screening
  • Emergency Response
  • Precepting
  • Unit Administration
  • Patient Management
  • Care Planning
  • ADL Assistance
  • Diabetes Management
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Nursing Staff Leadership
  • Chart Updating
  • Critical Care
  • Wound Care
  • Hospice and Palliative Care
  • Women's Health Exams
  • Diagnosing [Type] Illnesses
  • Home Care
  • IV Setup

Accomplishments

Illinois nursing scholarship.

Additional Training Certifications

  • BLS Certification, American Heart Association.
  • Progressive Care Certified nurse certification

Education Certifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Registered Nursing, Western Governor University, 2023, present
  • Associates Degree in Registered Nurse, Ambria College of Nursing Registered Professional Nursing, 2018, 2019
  • Licensed Practical Nursing, ATS Institute of Technology, 2016, 2017
  • Associates Degree in General Studies, Triton College, 2011, 2014
  • Certified Nursing Aide, Triton College, 2010, 2017

Awards

  • Honor roll student, Triton College, Ambria College of Nursing
  • Illinois nursing scholarship recipient

Certification

Registered Nursing

CPR


Software

Microsoft, Excel, Powerpoint

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Agency Travel Nursing
05.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse

Psychiatric/Medical/Surgical Unit, Bolingbrook Hospital AMITA health
06.2020 - 12.2022

Registered Nurse

Generations
01.2017 - 06.2020

Assistant Nurse

Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Unit, West Suburban Hospital
08.2011 - 10.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ambria College of Nursing

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Triton College

High School Diploma -

Proviso East High School

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