Jessica Hubbard
New Milford,CT
Summary
Compassionate RN with expertise in patient education, infection control measures, and documentation. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and collaborative care strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Home Care Liaison
Western CT Home Care
Danbury, CT
05.2022 - Current
- Assess referral patients from the hospital/community setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centric care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and health promotion techniques.
Performance Improvement RN
Western CT Homecare
Danbury, CT
05.2022 - Current
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing efficiency of care processes across multiple case assignments.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Admissions Nurse Per Diem
Western CT Homecare
Danbury, CT
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine care needs and eligibility for homecare services.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions from hospital to homecare settings.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and efficient admissions service.
Clinical Nurse Manager
New Milford VNA & Hospice
New Milford, CT
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Developed training programs for nursing staff to elevate clinical competencies and adherence to best practices.
- Conducted routine performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement among nursing staff members.
Clinical Nursing Manager/Educator
Western CT Homecare
Danbury, CT
06.2015 - 10.2019
- Facilitated open lines of communication between staff, families, and patients by holding regular meetings and ensuring clear documentation in patient records.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by leading team training sessions on new technologies and best practices in nursing management.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates, implementing targeted interventions for high-risk patients.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Western CT Homecare
Danbury, CT
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' medical histories and current health status for tailored care strategies.
- Managed complex caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities to support staff, and maintaining detailed records.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse Float
Waterbury Hospital
Waterbury, CT
06.2011 - 04.2014
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols
- Managed caseload of 6-7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western CT State University
Danbury, CT05-2011
Skills
- Proficient in Cerner, Epic, Homecare Homebase, Excel, Word
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Family education
- Professional bedside manner
Accomplishments
- Nightingale Reward Recipient
Certification
- Compact Nurse License
- BLS Certified
- OASIS Certified
Timeline
RN Home Care Liaison
Western CT Home Care
05.2022 - Current
Performance Improvement RN
Western CT Homecare
05.2022 - Current
Admissions Nurse Per Diem
Western CT Homecare
03.2021 - 05.2022
Clinical Nurse Manager
New Milford VNA & Hospice
10.2019 - 03.2021
Clinical Nursing Manager/Educator
Western CT Homecare
06.2015 - 10.2019
Home Health RN Case Manager
Western CT Homecare
04.2014 - 06.2015
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse Float
Waterbury Hospital
06.2011 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western CT State University