Jessica Perez
Milledgeville,GA
Summary
Well-qualified nurse with full Georgia credentials and extensive experience in the Neonatal ICU. Committed to delivering compassionate care tailored to individual needs. Strong communicator with proven analytical abilities and expertise in managing high-risk situations, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Atrium Health
Macon, GA
05.2012 - Current
- Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient in 72-bed neonatal ICU unit.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed patient care throughout admission to discharge to ensure continuity and quality of care.
- Coordinated nursing care through staff assignments, physician collaboration, and monitoring patient orders to optimize patient outcomes.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Educated families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management,
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Massage Therapist
Private Practice
Macon , Ga
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Provided therapeutic massage to clients, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client assessments and feedback.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of clients' physical conditions before sessions.
- Maintained a clean and organized treatment environment for optimal client experience.
- Educated clients on self-care techniques and wellness practices post-treatment.
- Collaborated with other health professionals to enhance client care approaches.
- Kept up-to-date with industry trends and techniques through continuous education.
- Utilized various modalities such as trigger point therapy, myofascial release, neuromuscular technique, hydrotherapy, reflexology, lymphatic drainage, acupressure points and energy healing techniques in treatments.
Nurse Extern
Atrium Health
Macon, Ga
05.2011 - 05.2012
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Prepared and organized medical supplies for procedures and treatments.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Supported infection control practices by adhering to cleanliness protocols.
- Shadowed nursing staff to better understand care approaches and learn proper procedures.
- Administered medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assisted RNs with complex treatments and procedures for patients.
- Transported patients from one unit to another using proper safety techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times.
- Performed physical assessments in alignment with individual treatment plans.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention.
- Observed and reported changes in patient condition to supervising nurse.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Macon State College
Macon, GASkills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- IV management
- Transfusion administration
- Airway Management
- Ventilator support
- PICC management
- Emergency Interventions
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control
- Sample collection
- Vaccine administration
- Tracheostomy care
- Gastrostomy care
- BLS
- NRP
- Care coordination
- Staff training
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Massage Therapist
Private Practice
01.2017 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse
Atrium Health
05.2012 - Current
Nurse Extern
Atrium Health
05.2011 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Macon State College