Jessica Loiacono
Ohana Endoscopy Center
Kailua
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Compassionate and dedicated RN with 8 years of diverse experience in emergency department and perioperative nursing. Adept at providing high-quality, patient-centered care in fast-paced environments, with a strong ability to assess, triage, and manage critical situations effectively.
Healthcare professional with strong background in post-anesthesia care. Successfully managed numerous patient recoveries, ensuring safety and comfort throughout process. Reliable team collaborator known for achieving positive outcomes and adapting to dynamic clinical environments. Skilled in patient assessment and pain management.
Work History
Pre-Op/PACU RN per diem
5 Months- Conducted comprehensive pre-op evaluations, initiated IV therapy, verified consent and readiness for endoscopic procedures. In PACU, monitored hemodynamic stability, managed airway and sedation recovery, treated discomfort or nausea, and ensured safe discharge with clear post-procedure instructions.
PACU Strike Nurse
1 Month- Monitored patient recovery post-anesthesia, ensuring vital signs remained stable and within acceptable ranges.
- Administered medications and IV fluids according to established protocols, enhancing patient care efficiency.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to specific patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care procedures, improving overall satisfaction and compliance.
Pre-Op/PACU/Procedural RN
1 Year 6 Months- Performed thorough pre-operative assessments, verified surgical sites, reviewed histories, educated patients, and ensured all instructions and consents were complete. In PACU, monitored airway, breathing, circulation, consciousness, managed pain, and provided post-op teaching. Certified and trained in conscious sedation for epidural spinal steroid injections.
Pre-Op/PACU RN
2 Years 8 Months- Contract RN at multiple ambulatory surgery centers including but not limited to: Surgery Center of San Diego, San Diego Outpatient Surgical Center, University Ambulatory Surgery Center, GI Endoscopy AssociatesPre and post surgical care of patients undergoing surgery’s including: ENT, ENDO, colorectal, pain management, orthopedics, ophthalmology and podiatry
PACU RN
1 Year 5 Months- PACU RN providing post-anesthesia care for diverse surgical populations including general surgery, endoscopy, vascular, ENT, ophthalmology, plastics, thoracic surgery/thoracotomies, orthopedic procedures including total joint replacements, appendectomies, and cholecystectomies. Experienced in Phase I and II recovery, airway management, hemodynamic monitoring, pain and nausea management, neurovascular assessment, chest tube and postoperative drain care, rapid recognition of complications, discharge readiness, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality patient recovery.
Travel Nursing: Emergency Department RN
2 Years 3 Months- Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital: Travel pediatric ED RN
- Howard University Hospital: Travel trauma ED RN
- Holy Cross Hospital: Travel pediatric/Adult ED RN
- Rancho Springs Medical Center: Travel pediatric/Adult ED RN
Emergency Department Staff RN
2 Years 9 Months- Providing flexible, cross-functional nursing care across both ER and PACU settings within the hospital, depending on staffing needs. Responsibilities include triaging patients based on severity, assessing vital signs and medical histories, and administering treatments (e.g., medications, IV fluids, wound care). Responsibilities also include airway management and assisting with procedures like intubation or resuscitation
Education
BSN
Skills
Trauma and ED Experience
Ambulatory Care: Pre-Post
Conscious Sedation
Pediatric ED experience
Inpatient PACU adults and pediatrics
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- NIHSS
Timeline
PACU Strike Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
01.2026 - 02.2026Read More
Pre-Op/PACU RN per diem
Ohana Endoscopy Center
11.2025 - 04.2026Read More
Pre-Op/PACU/Procedural RN
Mission Valley Heights Surgery Center
02.2024 - 08.2025Read More
Pre-Op/PACU RN
Medely Nursing Agency
12.2022 - 08.2025Read More
PACU RN
Holy Cross Hospital
09.2022 - 02.2024Read More
Travel Nursing: Emergency Department RN
09.2021 - 12.2023Read More
Emergency Department Staff RN
Holy Cross Hospital
12.2018 - 09.2021Read More
Salisbury University
BSN
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