Jessica Lopez
Summary
Registered Nurse in the State of MA, active license number RN2277880 Registered Nurse in the State of CT, active license number 128370 Wound Care Certified, Certification #220722429 Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Work effectively and sensitively within various cultural backgrounds and age group.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Post Acute Unit Manager
Davis Place
12.2023 - Current
- Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
- Resolved conflicts among team members quickly to maintain a positive working environment conducive for continued excellence in patient care.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Developed strong working relationships with physicians, nurses, therapists, and ancillary staff for cohesive unit functioning.
- Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration through effective communication and coordination of patient care plans.
- Optimized staffing levels by monitoring unit needs and making data-driven adjustments to scheduling as necessary.
- Increased staff retention rates with supportive leadership techniques, mentoring programs, and positive work environment initiatives.
- Handled complaints from patients and families and immediately took steps for quick resolution and to prevent reoccurrence.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within the unit to enhance overall quality of care provided to patients.
Homecare Nurse/ Primary Nurse
Summit ElderCare
07.2018 - 01.2023
- Complete home assessments for Summit Participants
- Complete nursing assessments semiannually and as needed
- Medication prefills, complete treatments ordered by Summit licensed Physicians and Nurse Practitioners
- Participate in IDT, careplans, family and intake meetings
- Evaluate patient care needs
- Complete home health aide supervisions.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Case Manager
Southern Worcester County VNA
02.2015 - 06.2018
- Provide necessary health education for disease management training for patients
- Act as patient advocate and implements patient care with interdisciplinary team if needed
- Evaluates patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintain patient flow
- Accurately documents all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
- Maintains patient charts and confidential files.
Registered Nurse, Post-Acute Unit
Overlook Masonic HealthCare
05.2012 - 01.2015
- 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.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Associate Degree in Science, Nurse Education -
Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MaBachelor's Degree in Nursing -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL05.2022
Skills
- Infection Control
- Expense Management
- Nurse scheduling
- Behavioral Management
- Documentation Review
- Staff Training
- Staff Development
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Education
Personal Information
Title: RN, BSN, WCC
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Post Acute Unit Manager
Davis Place
12.2023 - Current
Homecare Nurse/ Primary Nurse
Summit ElderCare
07.2018 - 01.2023
Case Manager
Southern Worcester County VNA
02.2015 - 06.2018
Registered Nurse, Post-Acute Unit
Overlook Masonic HealthCare
05.2012 - 01.2015
Associate Degree in Science, Nurse Education -
Quinsigamond Community College
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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