Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Software
Certification
Timeline
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Jessica Horton

Registered Nurse
Woodruff,GA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care in different setting including home-setting for mentally and physically disabled individuals, individuals needing rehabilitation prior to returning home and medical surgical 28 bed unit at level 1 trauma hospital. 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

21
21
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certificates

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg, SC
02.2019 - Current
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
  • Daily assessments for patients with ratios of 1:5 or 1:4 on a 28 bed unit


Registered Nurse

Brushy Creek Cottages In Greer
Greer, SC
08.2017 - 02.2019
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Assessed and treated patients in sub-acute and long-term cottages each 12 bed units
  • Direct and supervises CNAs
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Lexington ARC
Gloversville, NY
08.2014 - 07.2017
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Followed all instructions for medication administration and treatment plans as prescribed by physicians.
  • Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care and monitor patient status.
  • Administered physical examinations and documented history of current and previous conditions and illnesses
  • Managed caseload of 32 individuals
  • Educated staff on house specific procedures and policies

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lexington ARC
Gloversville, NY
06.2008 - 08.2014
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Provided care to individuals with various medical conditions including but not limited to Parkinson’s, Dementia/Alzheimer’, and Huntington Chorea

Direct Support Staff Member

Lexington ARC
Gloversville, NY
12.2003 - 06.2008
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician
  • Assisted with daily activities of living in 13 bed unit for physically and mentally disabled
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Monitored individuals overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.

Front End Associate

Price Chopper
Gloversville, NY
08.2001 - 11.2003
  • Replaced merchandise stock throughout check-out lines and end-cap displays.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Provided friendly service and assistance to clients promote customer loyalty, satisfaction and sales.
  • Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mayfield Jr/Sr High School
Mayfield, NY
06.1997 - 06.2002

Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing

Hamilton Fulton Montgomery Community College
Johnstown, NY
09.2006 - 06.2008

Associate of Science - Nursing

Fulton-Montgomery Community College
Johnstown, NY
09.2012 - 06.2014

Skills

Patient and family advocacy

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Accomplishments

  • Recipient of Anna Derrig Geragthy Nursing Award 2014
  • Recipient of scholarship from NYS IDDDNA

Software

Epic

Certification

ACLS expires 06/30/2024

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
02.2019 - Current

Registered Nurse

Brushy Creek Cottages In Greer
08.2017 - 02.2019

Registered Nurse Case Manager

Lexington ARC
08.2014 - 07.2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

Fulton-Montgomery Community College
09.2012 - 06.2014

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lexington ARC
06.2008 - 08.2014

Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing

Hamilton Fulton Montgomery Community College
09.2006 - 06.2008

Direct Support Staff Member

Lexington ARC
12.2003 - 06.2008

Front End Associate

Price Chopper
08.2001 - 11.2003

High School Diploma -

Mayfield Jr/Sr High School
06.1997 - 06.2002
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