Jessica Elizabeth Jones
Warren,AR
Summary
Nurse Professional with strong background in nursing leadership, focused on delivering high-quality patient care and operational efficiency. Expertise in team collaboration, staff development, and resource management. Known for adaptability and achieving results in dynamic healthcare settings. Proficient in clinical skills, patient advocacy, and regulatory compliance. Remote and EHR skill.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Float Pool Nurse
Dallas County Medical Center/OCMC/Baptist Health
Fordyce, AR
07.2023 - Current
- Nurse PRN pool including ICU/MS/ED/PACU/Day Surgery
- IV administration/insertion/acute care/knowledge of disease process
- Transfusion monitoring/floating/PRN scheduling needs
- Omni/Pixus/variety of locations/Little Rock/Monticello/Fordyce
- Monitored patient vitals and recovery progress post-anesthesia, ensuring immediate response to changes/PACU
- Administered pre-operative assessments and education to ensure patient readiness for same-day procedures/Day Surgery
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and enhance healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Facilitated smooth patient transfers between units by collaborating with other healthcare professionals, ensuring continuity of care throughout the hospital stay.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the ICU setting.
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Clinical Instructor
South Arkansas Community College
Eldorado, AR
09.2025 - Current
- Adjacent Nursing Instructor/Clinical Baptist Health
- Developed and implemented clinical lesson plans aligned with nursing curriculum standards.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions to enhance students' practical skills in patient care.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with healthcare facilities to ensure optimal learning environments for clinical rotations.
- Mentored nursing students, fostering professional growth and confidence in clinical settings.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and performance throughout clinical courses.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and promote student engagement.
- Integrated current healthcare trends into curriculum to prepare students for real-world challenges in nursing practice.
- Contributed to the development of a comprehensive nursing curriculum, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards and industry best practices.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions on evidence-based nursing practices, encouraging critical thinking and application of knowledge.
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
BCMC
Warren, AR
01.2023 - Current
- Charge nurse over floor
- Admits and discharges for acute care transfers to departments/triaging
- New EMAR building and training hospital wide/training of new hires
- Cardiac monitoring/medication/adherence/chart quality/management
- Multi department trained to ED & behavioral unit & MedSurg/outpatient
- Transfusion monitoring/insulin/cardiac/and other high acuity patients
- Floor management/coordinator of care/liaison between MD/interqual
- Comfort care/post surgical/observation/rheabailatation/telemetry monitoring
- Supervise nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Develop and implement patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Train and mentor new nurses on best practices and hospital standards.
- Conduct regular assessments of patient conditions, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Streamline workflow processes to improve efficiency and reduce wait times for patients.
- Manage inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for critical procedures.
- Lead team meetings to discuss patient outcomes and address operational challenges.
- Foster a collaborative environment among healthcare providers to enhance patient satisfaction.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
Infection Control/Wound Care
Chapel Woods
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Department head over infection control/monitoring and reporting COVID and other infectious diseases
- Knowledge of wound care treatments, staging measuring and long term monitoring and management of all skin issues/wound vacs/
- Dementia lock down unit training/employee training
- Analyzed data trends in infections to inform strategic decision-making and improve outcomes.
- Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
- Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
- Identified and mitigated unnecessary infection risks through regular reviews and procedural assessments.
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Surveilled ongoing infections to verify adequate data collection, control procedures and current staff interventions.
- Assessed and documented wound conditions, ensuring accuracy in patient records.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for optimal wound healing.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
Infection Control and Chronic Care Nurse
Well-Path
Gould, AR
05.2020 - 04.2023
- Infection control to population of 1800+
- Immunization records and administration and record keeping of vaccinations of all health staff, security staff and population
- Lab supervisor/scheduling/supervising/ordering/inventory
- All chronic conditions /monitoring of conditions and disease process/scheduling of all appointments with MDs inside and outside prison system to work closely with approx 600+ patients/record keeping/monitoring/
- Triaging patients remotely/clinic referral/scheduling appointments/remote work
- Emergency code team/trauma care/infirmary ward/EKG monitoring/critical care
- Infection control/kitchen inspections/employee teaching and clearance/
- Travel to other units/remote/travel/conduct meetings/management/report to appropriate stakeholders
- Administered patient care plans for infectious disease management, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols.
- Conducted research on emerging infectious diseases, contributing to evidence-based practice guidelines and protocols.
- Promoted adherence to isolation precautions when caring for patients with contagious illnesses, protecting both staff and other patients from potential exposure.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex infections.
- Optimized patient flow by efficiently triaging cases and prioritizing those requiring immediate attention from Infectious Disease specialists.
- Actively participated in infection control committees, advocating for best practices and sharing expertise with colleagues across disciplines.
- Coordinated care plans for patients with chronic illnesses, ensuring comprehensive support and resources.
- Monitored patient progress regularly, adjusting care plans as necessary to optimize health results.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for chronic illness management.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives within the case management department, streamlining workflows and enhancing patient outcomes.
- Led laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Maintained an organized inventory system for lab supplies, reducing waste and saving on procurement costs.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by staying up-to-date on industry best practices and adjusting internal policies as necessary.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Enhanced laboratory safety by conducting regular inspections and updating safety training materials as needed.
- Kept equipment maintained, facility clean, and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance.
- Coordinated patient triage processes to efficiently prioritize care based on urgency and needs.
- Analyzed triage trends to identify areas for improvement, driving strategic enhancements in operational protocols.
- Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
- Performed additional clinic and non-triage nurse duties such as instructing patients in general and specific medical care and health issues and administering or dispensing medication and injections.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering strictly to HIPAA guidelines while handling sensitive medical information during triage operations.
- Maximized resource utilization by allocating medical personnel, equipment, and facilities according to case priorities.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of best practices in triage coordination through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Assessed reported symptoms and vital signs during initial contact with patients; gathered information about their medical conditions; determined appropriate levels of urgency based on established criteria; directed them towards suitable options according to specific needs identified while considering factors such as age groups, language preferences, cultural differences among others influencing service users'' experiences within healthcare environments.
Education
Nursing BSN - RN To BSN
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR09-2026
Nursing ADN - undefined
South Arkansas Technical University
Camden, AR07-2025
Practical Nursing - undefined
South Arkansas Community College
El Dorado, AR12-2015
Business Management/General Studies - undefined
Auburn University
Auburn, AL01-2007
Skills
- PALS/ACLS/BLS
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- EMAR training
- Leadership roles
- Defibrillation techniques
- Critical care experience
- Basic Life Support
- IV insertion
- IV medication administration
- Blood transfusion
- Emergency care
- Emergency response
- Emergency room triage
- Clinical Judgement
- Assessment and evaluation
- Patient assessment
- Patient evaluation
- Patient management
- Patient care
- Discharge planning
- Direct patient care
- Critical thinking
- Quality improvement
- Infection control
- Emergency triage
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
- Medication administration
- Trauma-informed care
- Health education
- Individualized care plans
- RN case management
- Telephone triage
- Student training
- Nursing staff development
- EHR management
- Electronic health records
- ACLS certification
- Medical chart management
- IV access
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Clinical records
- Regulatory compliance
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Legal compliance
- Business ethics
- Client advocacy
- Community resources
- Customer service
- Telephone triage
- Individualized care
- Workflow and patient management
- Patient-centered care
- Excellent communication
- Patient education
- Care plan implementation
- Telephone triage
- End-of-life care
- Outpatient care
- Inpatient care
- Telemetry and advanced cardiac care
- Microsoft office
- Staff training
- Patient safety
- Ticket triage
- Crisis intervention
- Patient safety monitoring
- Emergency response
- Workflow management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Triage coordination
- Immunization administration
- Clinical resource coordination
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Clinical Instructor
South Arkansas Community College
09.2025 - Current
Critical Care Float Pool Nurse
Dallas County Medical Center/OCMC/Baptist Health
07.2023 - Current
Infection Control/Wound Care
Chapel Woods
04.2023 - 08.2024
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
BCMC
01.2023 - Current
Infection Control and Chronic Care Nurse
Well-Path
05.2020 - 04.2023
Business Management/General Studies - undefined
Auburn University
Practical Nursing - undefined
South Arkansas Community College
Nursing ADN - undefined
South Arkansas Technical University
Nursing BSN - RN To BSN
Arkansas State University