Jessica Jones
Coshocton
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with a strong background in patient care coordination and healthcare management. Expertise in clinical assessment, discharge planning, and patient advocacy ensures optimal care delivery. Recognized for fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving healthcare needs while consistently achieving meaningful outcomes. Exceptional communication skills and critical thinking abilities facilitate navigation through complex healthcare systems to enhance patient experiences.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Department of Veterans Affairs
Zanesville, OH
11.2015 - Current
- Coordinated patient care across multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment outcomes.
- Developed individualized care plans based on comprehensive patient assessments and clinical guidelines.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize patient safety and improve quality of care.
- Analyzed patient data to identify trends, assess needs, and adjust care strategies accordingly.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced service delivery and reduced hospital readmission rates.
- Advocated for patients' needs within healthcare systems to promote effective resource utilization and support services.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
- Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided timely feedback to healthcare providers regarding patient concerns, facilitating prompt resolution of issues and contributing to a positive patient experience.
- Examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses, injuries, and current medications.
- Delivered patient assessments and care plans for diverse populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate treatment protocols and patient education.
Psychiatric Nurse
Cambridge Behavioral Hospital
Cambridge, Ohio
01.2009 - 11.2015
- Cared up to twenty-five patients.
- Facilitated emotional and social needs of patients.
- Assist physician during rounds.
- Completed triage and admission assessment of patients.
- Provided leadership to unit staff and delegated assignments.
- Participated in JCAHO survey, ensuring unit readiness by maintaining stringent quality standards and safety precautions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members, working closely with physicians, nurses, technicians, case managers and therapists to formulate, implement, and modify individual care plans.
- Responsible for training new employees.
- Responsible for assigning admissions and transfers to other units.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, Ohio04-2015
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Clinical-based Education Program
05-2009
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Nursing Technology
Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, Ohio08-2008
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Health promotion
- Quality improvement
- Mental health support
- Performing ekgs
- Patient care assessment
- Patient education
- Immunization administration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Department of Veterans Affairs
11.2015 - Current
Psychiatric Nurse
Cambridge Behavioral Hospital
01.2009 - 11.2015
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Clinical-based Education Program
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Nursing Technology
Central Ohio Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
College Clinical Experience
- Coshocton Memorial Hospital, Coshocton, Ohio, Palliative Care/ Medical Surgical Floor, 120, Administered medications and cared for up to nine patients, Began IV’s, Conducted patient and family teaching for the terminally ill, Administered blood products and IV antibiotics to outpatients, Changed dressings on surgical wounds, Assessed surgical wounds, Removed staples from surgical wounds
- Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, Endocrine Floor, Spring 2008, Assessed patients head to toe, Prepared nursing care plans, Administered medications through G tubes, Assisted with infant feeding, Accompanied infant to tests for emotional support
- Licking Memorial Hospital, Newark, Ohio, Coronary Care, Spring 2008, Administered medications, Read EKG strips, Accompanied patients to stress tests for emotional support
- Genesis Healthcare System/ Maple Avenue, Zanesville, Ohio, Psychiatric Floor, Winter 2007, Participated in therapeutic conversations with patients, Charted emotional and psychological status, Read charts and histories of patients
- The Ohio State University East, Columbus, Ohio, Medical Surgical Floor, Fall 2007, Administered medications, Inserted and removed Foley catheters, Changed dressings on surgical wounds, Assessed surgical wounds
- Mount Carmel East, Columbus, Ohio, Labor and Delivery Floor, Winter 2006, Assessed mothers and infants, Performed Apgar scoring, Performed vitals post-op cesarean, Fed infants, Auscultated heart tones, Read fetal heart monitor
- The Ohio State University East, Columbus, Ohio, Medical Surgical Floor, Fall 2006, Assessed head to toe, Assisted with admission of patients, Participated with family and patient teaching
- Newark Healthcare System, Newark, Ohio, Long Term Care Facility, Summer 2006, Assisted with feeding patients, Ensured patient safety, Assisted with activities of daily living