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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
Foley and suprapubic catheters
Wound care
Tracheostomy care
Nephrostomy/urostomy care
Colostomy/ileostomy care
PICC line maintenance
Bariatric surgery post-op care
DIEP flap and rotational flap care
Viopex/Doppler monitoring
BLS and ACLS certification
Interpret telemetry strips
Diabetes management
Medication administration via mouth, g-tube, j-tube, dobhoff, SubQ, IM, IV and topically
Nasogastric tube insertion and removal
Chest tube monitoring
Jackson-Pratt and Hemovac drain care
Accomplishments
- Recipient of Anna Derrig Geragthy Nursing Award 2014
- Recipient of scholarship from NYS IDDDNA
Software
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