Jessica Larcom
Reno,NEVADA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with critical thinking expertise at Northern Sierra, adept at enhancing patient satisfaction through holistic care. Proven ability to prioritize interventions and administer medications safely. Certified in BLS, skilled in utilizing technology for patient monitoring and documentation, ensuring high-quality care and improved patient outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northern Sierra, Med/Surg
06.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northern Sierra, Med/Surg
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Provided personal nursing care in pre-and post-operative situations on a medical/surgical floor
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northern Nevada Medical Center, Med/Surg
05.2018 - 02.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Provided personal nursing care in pre-and post-operative situations on a medical/surgical floor
Certified Nursing Assistant
ManorCare Wingfield
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Health Care Assistant
Fernley Estates Assisted Living
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carrington College
Reno, NV04-2024
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Certified in basic life support (BLS)
Accomplishments
Charge nurse- As of February 2025 become charge nurse of current unit on med/surg
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northern Sierra, Med/Surg
06.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northern Sierra, Med/Surg
02.2022 - 05.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Northern Nevada Medical Center, Med/Surg
05.2018 - 02.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
ManorCare Wingfield
06.2017 - 05.2018
Health Care Assistant
Fernley Estates Assisted Living
06.2016 - 06.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carrington College
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