Jessica Forde
Vero Beach,FL
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
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Palm Bay Hospital/ Telemetry Progressive Care Unit
10.2021 - Current
- Interpreting measurements from specialized medical equipment such as heart telemetry monitors and vital signs devices
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collected blood and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Administered medication via oral, intramuscular, IV cardiac drips along with catheter insertion and airway management. and monitored responses.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse, Unit Manager
Vero Beach Care Center
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Maintained high-quality patient care during staffing shortages by effectively managing resources and delegating tasks appropriately.
- Supervise and teach other nursing personnel including LPNs and CNAs
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Completing and submitting all documentation including skilled, clinical, and progress notes in a timely manner
- Providing effective communication to patients/family, team members, physicians and other healthcare professions
- Bolstered morale among nursing staff through recognition programs that acknowledged outstanding contributions to patient care.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses entering the profession, providing guidance on best practices in clinical settings.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2024
Bachelor’s of Arts in Accounting -
Keiser University
Port St. Lucie, FL06.2014
Skills
- Cardiac Care
- Care Planning
- Emergency Response
- Chronic Disease Management
- Multitasking and Organization
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Intravenous Therapy
- Patient Monitoring
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Clinical Leadership
- Budget Management
Certification
- Registered Nurse, State of Florida, 07/2020
- BLS/ACLS Certification, American Health Association, 11/2023
- NIH/Stroke Certification, 11/2023
References
Upon Request
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Palm Bay Hospital/ Telemetry Progressive Care Unit
10.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Unit Manager
Vero Beach Care Center
08.2020 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor’s of Arts in Accounting -
Keiser University
- Registered Nurse, State of Florida, 07/2020
- BLS/ACLS Certification, American Health Association, 11/2023
- NIH/Stroke Certification, 11/2023
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