Jessica Rainwater
Gardendale
Summary
Dynamic Critical Care Registered Nurse with seven years of experience. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Dedicated to delivering best-in-class patient care and individualized plans for families and patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, ICU
Ascension St. Vincent
05.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Optimized resource utilization within the ICU by coordinating staff assignments and efficiently managing workload distribution.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
TNAA
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices in ICU care, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Effectively prioritized interventions for multiple patients under high-stress conditions, maintaining optimal quality of care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Grandview Medical Center
10.2018 - 11.2020
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
RN, ICU
Medical Staffing Solutions
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
RN, ICU
Grandview Medical Center
10.2016 - 10.2018
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support for patients'' families during times of crisis by maintaining open lines of communication, offering guidance on coping strategies, and connecting them with available resources as needed.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through active participation in unit-based committees focused on advancing nursing practice standards and optimizing patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL05.2024
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Central Alabama Community College
Alexander City, AL05.2015
Skills
- Cerner Superuser
- Disease Prevention
- Intravenous Therapy
- Health Promotion
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical Judgment
- End of Life Care
- Emergency Response
- Ventilator Management
- Time Management
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award Winner
Certification
Alabama Board of Nursing- Registered Nurse- License number- 15-8310
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support- Expiration- 11/30/2024
Basic Life Support- Expiration- 01/21/2025
References
Jennifer Barrett (RN)- Current Manager
- jennifer.barret@ascension.org
Chelsea Alt (RN)- Previous Manager
- chelsea.alt@ascension.org
Jennifer Neidermier (RN)- Previous Shift Supervisor
- jnnieder@gmail.com
Timeline
RN, ICU
Ascension St. Vincent
05.2022 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
TNAA
03.2020 - 05.2022
RN, ICU
Medical Staffing Solutions
04.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Grandview Medical Center
10.2018 - 11.2020
RN, ICU
Grandview Medical Center
10.2016 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Jacksonville State University
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Central Alabama Community College
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