Jessica Platts
Bolivia,NC
Summary
Hardworking and compassionate Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and communication. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aya
05.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Charge Registered Nurse
UNC Chapel Hill Hospital
07.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
CNA
Novant Health, Inc
09.2017 - 07.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Universal Healthcare & Rehab
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
CNA
Autumn Care Nursing Home
01.2014 - 09.2014
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Brunswick Community College
Supply, NC05.2021
Skills
- Operational Standards
- Patient Care Management
- Patient Care Standards
- Patient Care Assessment
- Staffing Requirements
- Patient Admission
- Nursing Assignments
- Unit Oversight
- Nursing Process
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- IV Administration
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Chart Updating
- Precepting
Additional Information
Proficient in epic charting. Experienced in patient care, organization, and prioritization. Proud to have been honored to receive 4 nominations for the Daisy award since working as an RN with my current employer.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aya
05.2023 - Current
Charge Registered Nurse
UNC Chapel Hill Hospital
07.2021 - Current
CNA
Novant Health, Inc
09.2017 - 07.2021
CNA
Universal Healthcare & Rehab
09.2014 - 08.2017
CNA
Autumn Care Nursing Home
01.2014 - 09.2014
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Brunswick Community College