Jessica Kennedy
Summary
Adaptable Clinical Coordinator with experience overseeing the clinical care of 150 patients and seven staff members. Strengths include patient scheduling monitoring, infection control, staff scheduling monitoring and program and policy development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Coordinator
UF Health Wound Care and Hyperbaric Therapy
10.2022 - Current
- Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
- Created weekly schedules for nurses, taking into account sick days and vacation time.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination among healthcare team members.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and best practices through diligent oversight of clinical procedures, documentation, and staff training.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Optimized resource allocation by regularly monitoring clinic operations and adjusting staffing levels as needed.
- Coordinated continuing education opportunities for staff members to stay current on industry advancements and best practices.
Registered Nurse
UF Health Wound Care and Hyperbaric Therapy
06.2021 - Current
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse
UF Health Physicians Hepatology and Infectious Disease Clinic
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Registered Nurse
UF Health IMC/ICU
11.2019 - 07.2020
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Education
Master of Science, Nursing -
Chamberlain University
02.2025
Bachelor of Science, Nursing -
Western Governor’s University
02.2021
Associate of Science, Professional Nursing with Honors -
Rasmussen College
Ocala, FL09.2019
Skills
- Staff Scheduling
- Clinical Leadership
- Clinical Documentation
- Developing training programs
- Clinical Staff Management
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Protocol adherence
- Data Analysis
Accomplishments
- Earned UF Health Nurse Nightingale Unit Award 2022
Licensure Certifications
- Registered Nurse License, RN 9522552
- CPR/BLS certified, 09/2009-Present
- ANCC Med Surg Certification, 01/2022
Community Outreach Exprience
Gainesville Church of God, Medical team, Annual Guatemala Mission Trip, 03/2012 to Present
Assist in the pharmacy with compiling and dispensing medication as prescribed by provider, Apply fluoride to youth teeth; supervise and train new volunteers, Perform necessary procedures as determined by physician assessing patients.
Certification
- ANCC Med Surg Certification- January 2022
- CPR/BLS certified, September 2009-Present
- Registered Nurse License #RN 9522552
Timeline
Clinical Coordinator
UF Health Wound Care and Hyperbaric Therapy
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
UF Health Wound Care and Hyperbaric Therapy
06.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
UF Health Physicians Hepatology and Infectious Disease Clinic
07.2020 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse
UF Health IMC/ICU
11.2019 - 07.2020
Master of Science, Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science, Nursing -
Western Governor’s University
Associate of Science, Professional Nursing with Honors -
Rasmussen College
- ANCC Med Surg Certification- January 2022
- CPR/BLS certified, September 2009-Present
- Registered Nurse License #RN 9522552
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