Jessica Garland
Marriottsville,MD
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sheppard Pratt
02.2021 - Current
- Provided timely feedback to healthcare providers regarding patient concerns, facilitating prompt resolution of issues and contributing to a positive patient experience.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Administered medications via oral and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Successfully managed challenging situations involving patients or families, employing conflict resolution skills to address concerns professionally and effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by maintaining open lines of communication regarding patient progress updates and discharge planning needs.
- Spearheaded initiatives to enhance communication among team members, fostering a collaborative work environment for improved patient care delivery.
- Managed complex cases effectively, using critical thinking skills to prioritize interventions based on individual patient needs.
- Streamlined clinical workflows by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements for increased productivity.
Registered Nurse
Dr. Elisabeth Richard
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Substitute Registered Nurse
Carroll County Public Schools
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Supported students with chronic health conditions by administering prescribed treatments and monitoring their progress throughout the school day.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Ensured timely medical attention for students by efficiently managing the school clinic and triaging cases.
- Provided medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts.
- Delivered compassionate care to students experiencing illness or injury while maintaining confidentiality of their medical information.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Johnston Community College
Smithfield, NC05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Towson University
Baltimore, MD12.2001
Skills
- Patient and family advocacy
- Critical Thinking
- Community Program Referrals
- Diabetes management
Affiliations
- St. Joseph's Catholic Church
- Calvert Hall College
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Dr. Elisabeth Richard
03.2021 - 01.2023
Substitute Registered Nurse
Carroll County Public Schools
03.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Sheppard Pratt
02.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Johnston Community College
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Towson University