Jessica Pires
Freehold,NJ
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Chemo certified Nurse promoting in helping patients successfully complete treatment. Dedicated and compassionate with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Jersey Shore Medical Center
Jersey Shore Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
- Provide primary care nursing for between four and six patients of quality cancer hospital
- Provide treatments, medication administration, patient and family education, IV administration, wound care and general patient care and support
- Manage high dose narcotic administration and provide end-of-life care and support for dying patients and their families
- Administered blood transfusions, lipids, intravenous medication, nutrition and fluids to late stage cancer patients on oncology unit.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
School Nurse
Bayada Sub School Nurse
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Manage health emergencies and student medical conditions across a diverse student body, ensuring swift, appropriate care and communication with parents and medical professionals
- Proficient in electronic health record systems, ensuring accurate and confidential student health data management.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies or critical incidents at school events or activities outside of normal hours when necessary.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
Patient Care tech/ • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
10.2016 - 02.2023
- Certified phlebotomist that performs the following functions: venipuncture blood draws, finger sticks, performs EKGs for preadmission testing, as well as specimen collections
- Obtaining vitals on all patients
- Collaborate with the clinical team, aiding with procedures when needed
- Work with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to deliver compassionate care on a chemotherapy unit.
- Worked closely with patients to deliver excellent and direct individualized patient care.
- Managed sensitive patient information with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times.
Patient Care Tech • Riverview Medical Center
Riverview Medical Center
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Work with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to deliver compassionate care to patients on a med surg medical floor
- Deliver care and support t servicers to patients nursing units and staff
- Provide skin care including bedside baths and perineal care
- Monitor and record patient’s vital signs and any changes related to their overall health
- Obtain fluid samples for lab test and provide emotional support to patients.
Phlebotomist • Riverview Medical Center
Riverview Medical Center
02.2013 - 01.2016
- Certified phlebotomist that performs the following functions: venipuncture blood draws, heel sticks, finger sticks, and performs EKGs for preadmission testing
- Follow infection-control and safety procedures in carrying out daily phlebotomy functions
- Possess excellent patient-relations skills – known for having a gentle touch and the ability to alleviate patient anxieties
- Answered questions of patients in person and via phone, completes all administrative tasks such as: reading programs, filing, faxing results and enter forms from doctors on duty.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN02.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ12.2022
High School Diploma -
Matawan Regional High School
Matawan, NJ06.2010
Skills
- End of life care
- Chemotherapeutic drug administration
- Patient assessment and treatment
- Oncology Treatment Planning
- Oncological emergencies
- Immunotherapy knowledge
- Direct Patient Care
- Infection Control
- Decision-Making
- Team Leadership
- Staff Supervision
Certification
- Chemo Certified
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
- Tele Certified
- Sub School Nurse Certified
Timeline
School Nurse
Bayada Sub School Nurse
07.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse - Jersey Shore Medical Center
Jersey Shore Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
Patient Care tech/ • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
10.2016 - 02.2023
Patient Care Tech • Riverview Medical Center
Riverview Medical Center
01.2016 - 10.2016
Phlebotomist • Riverview Medical Center
Riverview Medical Center
02.2013 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Brookdale Community College
High School Diploma -
Matawan Regional High School
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