Jessica Hazard
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable RN with over 19 years experience. Excels at quick responsive decision making in a fast paced patient care setting. Skilled at assessing patient needs, point of care testing, medication administration, and over seeing patient treatment plans in a critical care setting. Experienced in all facets of adult and pediatric emergency triage and care. Also, experienced in the care of pre/ post operative patient in a surgical center and inpatient hospital setting. Recognized for compassionate patient focused care and awarded multiple Daisy awards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
IVX Health Infusion
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
05.2026 - Current
- Administered intravenous medications to patients under physician supervision.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients' conditions regularly.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and medication usage.
RN
Visual Health Surgical Center
Lake Worth, FL
10.2024 - Current
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
- Instructed family members on post-operative care techniques at home.
- Initiated IV access when needed for blood draws or administration of fluids and medications.
- Conducted pre-op assessment of patients prior to surgery or procedure.
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy and completeness.
- Provided patient education regarding recovery process and pain management techniques.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
Registered Nurse, PACU
HCA Palms West Hospital
Loxahatchee Groves, Florida
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
- Provided patient education regarding recovery process and pain management techniques.
- Performed wound care, dressing changes and administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
Pre/Post Operative RN
Visual Health by Quigley Eye
Palm Springs, FL
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Emergency Department RN
Bethesda Memorial Hospital
2815 S Seacrest Blvd., Boynton Beach, FL
07.2010 - 04.2020
- Triage and care of the adult and pediatric emergency patient
- All facets of care for patients at a primary stroke center and cardiac receiving facility
- Relief Charge nurse
Emergency Department RN
JFK
West Palm Beach, FL
03.2010 - 06.2010
- Triage and care of adult and pediatric patients
- Stroke and Cardiac receiving facility
Emergency Department RN
Sweedish Medical Center
Seattle, WA
02.2009 - 02.2010
- Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
- Stroke Center and Cardiac Receiving Facility
Travel RN
Medical Express- Agency for Travel Nursing
Broomfield, CO
04.2008 - 01.2009
- Multiple medical surgical and telemetry travel assignments at Swedish medical center in Washington
Travel Registered Nurse
Cross Country Medical Staffing
Boca Raton, FL
04.2007 - 01.2009
- Multiple medical surgical and telemetry travel assignments throughout Florida and North Carolina
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Hospice Of Palm Beach County
West Palm Beach, FL
02.2007 - 04.2007
- Assessed patients' physical and psychological needs, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress in meeting goals.
- Provided patient and family education regarding disease process, symptom management, end-of-life issues, and available resources.
- Performed initial assessments of new patients to determine hospice eligibility.
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
JFK Hospital
West Palm Beach, FL
05.2005 - 02.2007
- Medical Surgical Telemetry
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL03.2005
Professional References And Certificates Furnished
Upon RequestSkills
- Expert IV start skills
- Strong clinical judgement and critical thinking
- Exceptional communication skills
- Emotional intelligence
- Disciplined
- Service oriented and strong service recovery skills
- Relief charge nurse experience
- Compassionate Demeanor
- Team focused coordinated care
- Responsive patient care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
IVX Health Infusion
05.2026 - Current
RN
Visual Health Surgical Center
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
HCA Palms West Hospital
07.2024 - 10.2024
Pre/Post Operative RN
Visual Health by Quigley Eye
10.2023 - 07.2024
Emergency Department RN
Bethesda Memorial Hospital
07.2010 - 04.2020
Emergency Department RN
JFK
03.2010 - 06.2010
Emergency Department RN
Sweedish Medical Center
02.2009 - 02.2010
Travel RN
Medical Express- Agency for Travel Nursing
04.2008 - 01.2009
Travel Registered Nurse
Cross Country Medical Staffing
04.2007 - 01.2009
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Hospice Of Palm Beach County
02.2007 - 04.2007
Registered Nurse Medical Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
JFK Hospital
05.2005 - 02.2007
Professional References And Certificates Furnished
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach State College