Jessica Longo
Dumont,NJ
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with over two years of experience in high-pressure healthcare environments, specializing in patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Proven ability to manage medical emergencies while fostering strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic interactions and a respectful attitude. Committed to teamwork and collaboration, consistently striving for optimal patient outcomes in dynamic situations. Passionate about delivering high-quality care and enhancing the overall patient experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry/Heart Failure
HMH Hackensack University Medical Center
Hackensack, NJ
08.2023 - Current
- Monitors cardiac patients' vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare team.
- Administers medications and treatments per established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Provides comprehensive cardiac education to patients and families on disease management, medication usage, and lifestyle modifications, empowering them in self-care management post discharge.
- Strengthens patient trust and satisfaction by establishing open lines of communication and addressing concerns with compassion and professionalism.
- Trains and supports new nurses in telemetry best practices and skill performance, fostering improved team dynamics and patient outcomes.
Patient Care Assistant
HMH Pascack Valley Medical Center
Westwood, NJ
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team.
- Aid patients with ambulation to protect from falls/injury, transportation, repositioning, and elimination.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional and personal growth through employment.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
Student Nurse Extern (Obstetrics and Medical Surgical Units)
Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical Center
Westwood, NJ
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Facilitated head-to-toe assessments to 5+ patients daily including vital signs, reporting abnormal findings to preceptor.
- Provided a safe patient environment by answering call lights and communicating changes in patient conditions.
- Administered medications and provided education of each medication to patients under RN supervision.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah, NJ06-2023
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care and assessments
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient and family advocacy
- Team coordination
- Precepting and mentoring
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry/Heart Failure
HMH Hackensack University Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
HMH Pascack Valley Medical Center
06.2022 - 05.2023
Student Nurse Extern (Obstetrics and Medical Surgical Units)
Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical Center
06.2022 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ramapo College of New Jersey