Jessica Duvall
Piedmont Mountainside Hospital
Blue Ridge,GA
18
years of professional experience
Dependable and skilled Registered Nurse bringing proven clinical abilities, knowledge, and judgment. Delivers quality, cost-effective care with deep compassion and excellent understanding of nursing process. Expertly handles all facets of treatment delivery for general, surgical, emergency, and cardiac patients. Versed in EMR charting, infection prevention, and Joint Commission standards.
Work History
RN/Relief Charge
2 Years 7 Months- Triaged and Prioritized urgent patient needs and decreased waiting time by using fast track and collaboration with providers.
- Noted condition changes, identified care gaps, and reported needed adjustments.
- Administered medications, monitored responses, and maintained compliance with physician orders and safety protocols.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Monitored unit flow, admissions, transfers, and discharges to support efficient operations.
- Assisted with staff scheduling, shift coverage, and resource allocation during high-volume periods.
RN, Emergency Room
7 Months- Administered medications, IV therapy, and emergency interventions following physician orders and protocols
- Monitored vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and patient status for rapid clinical changes
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse
9 Months- Triage patients using acuity guidelines, prioritizing urgent interventions in fast-paced emergency setting.
- Assessed vital signs, symptoms, and diagnostic results to support rapid clinical decision-making.
- Monitored high-risk patients for deterioration, escalating concerns and initiating appropriate emergency protocols.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
RN, Emergency Room
1 Year 1 Month- Assessed emergency patients and prioritized care using triage protocols.
- Initiated IV access, medication administration, and rapid treatment interventions.
- Monitored cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and patient responses during acute events.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical records.
RN Case Manager
2 Years 7 Months- RN Case Manager for 44 patients.
- Provided assessments in home and reported weekly during staff meeting with medical director on progress or decline of each patient. Reported abnormal lab results to provider immediately and followed up on medication being prescribed as needed.
- Performed urinary catheter insertion/change, venous blood draws, wound care, medication assessment and IV medication administration.
RN
5 Years 6 Months- Provided care for 5 cardiac/thoracic patients.
- Care included cardiac monitoring, cardiac drip preparation and management, pre/post op assessment for stent placement, CABG, and thoracic surgery.
- Performed duties of relief charge RN such as overseeing 44 patients, 12 RN's, and 5 CNA's.
RN Staff Nurse
1 Year 9 Months- Provided care for up to 6 pre/post op patients including: GI, sleep apnea, tonsillectomy, cholecystectomy, and exploratory surgical patients.
- Monitored medical telemetry patient rhythms.
- Managed care of thoracic surgical patients with pleural drainage collection via single or multiple chest tubes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Graduated with honors, cum laude.
Skills
Patient assessment in hospital or home setting with ability to recognize abnormalities and prevent patient harm.
Cardiac telemetry monitoring.
Management of critical care drips and knowledge of each medication.
IV insertion with blood draw and medication management.
Communication skills and collaboration with providers and other healthcare members to achieve the safest possible outcome for each patient.
Knowledgeable in disease processes
treatment
and management.
Timeline
RN/Relief Charge
Piedmont Mountainside Hospital
03.2024 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse
PMH
03.2023 - 12.2023Read More
RN, Emergency Room
Northeast Ga Medical Center
08.2021 - 03.2022Read More
RN, Emergency Room
PMH
07.2019 - 08.2020Read More
RN Case Manager
Pruitt Home Health
10.2016 - 05.2019Read More
RN
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
04.2011 - 10.2016Read More
RN Staff Nurse
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
04.2009 - 01.2011Read More
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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