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Jessica Nichols

Heflin,AL

Summary

Compassionate and results-driven Registered Nurse (RN) and Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) with extensive experience in geriatric care across skilled nursing and long-term care settings. Proven success serving as a Restorative Nurse, focusing on function-based interventions, mobility preservation, and resident-centered outcomes. Known for delivering individualized, dignified care that supports patient independence and quality of life. Passionate about fostering positive healthcare experiences through strong clinical judgment, empathetic communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Eager to expand into a Care Coordinator role to further support patients and families through seamless transitions and comprehensive care planning.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Restorative and Falls Nurse

NHC
11.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
  • Chart reviews for adequate information based on guidelines
  • Track and trend falls and reported out in regional meetings
  • Use of Microsoft teams including excel for data management and communication

Occupational Therapy Assistant

NHC Rehabilitation
06.2013 - Current
  • Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments and exercises
  • Assist patients with basic daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting.
  • Provide support to help patients adjust to new limitations.
  • Administer tests to assess nature of disabilities and limits of function and safety.
  • Establish compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
  • Coordinate interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
  • Provide direct occupational therapy services in long term/SNF settings.

RN Floor and GI Nurse

RMC Stringfellow
05.2023 - 11.2024
  • Collaborated with physicians to assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, intramuscular & subcutaneous injections.
  • Monitor patient response while working with healthcare team to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis, disease process, management and lifestyle options.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Updated patient charts with data to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests, such as upper endoscopies and colonoscopies, ensuring accurate results for timely treatment planning.
  • Streamlined workflow within the unit by maintaining proper documentation, patient records, and treatment plans.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL
05.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL
08.2013

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care
  • Staff Supervision
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Patient Education
  • Long-Term Care
  • Intakes and Discharges
  • Care Plan Development
  • Tracking and Trending data
  • Clinical documentation
  • Clinical judgment
  • Family education

Timeline

Restorative and Falls Nurse

NHC
11.2024 - Current

RN Floor and GI Nurse

RMC Stringfellow
05.2023 - 11.2024

Occupational Therapy Assistant

NHC Rehabilitation
06.2013 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Gadsden State Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Wallace State Community College

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