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Jessica Friar

Lake City,FL

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable registered nurse experienced in treating and caring for both pediatric and adult patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.

Overview

3
3
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Florida Surgical Center
Gainesville, FL
01.2019 - Current
  • Assist in nerve blocks, pain catheter placement, and rescue blocks in the pre-op and PACU settings
  • Administered medications to patients as per physician orders, ensuring adherence to safety protocols
  • Monitor vital signs and perform assessment on both pediatric and adult patients
  • Educated patients and families in pre-op and PACU settings to enhance understanding of care and recovery processes
  • Place peripheral IVs in pre-op patients
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.

Registered Nurse

UF Health Shands Hospital
Gainesville, FL
07.2014 - 01.2019
  • Worked on pediatric med-surg unit as charge nurse, overseeing patient care and staff coordination.
  • Coordinated with physicians, nurses, therapists, and social workers to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for pediatric patients.
  • Administered oral, IV, and IM medications to pediatric patients
  • Placed peripheral IVs, NG tubes, and Foley catheters in pediatric patients
  • Performed burn dressing changes and wound care in both the PICU and the med-surg unit

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
08.2015 - 08.2016

Associate of Science - Nursing

Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL
08.2012 - 05.2014

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • IV placement
  • Pediatric nursing
  • Care coordination
  • Patient education
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Florida Surgical Center
01.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Florida
08.2015 - 08.2016

Registered Nurse

UF Health Shands Hospital
07.2014 - 01.2019

Associate of Science - Nursing

Florida Gateway College
08.2012 - 05.2014
Jessica Friar