Jessica Rodriguez
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Compassionate Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Infusion/Clinic Nurse/Nurse Manager
Baptist St. Anthony’s Amarillo Diagnostic Clinic
Amarillo, Texas
06.2015 - Current
- Nurse Manager (Feb. 2023 - PRESENT)
- Supervise, and manage nursing staff, manage staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff clinic and allow nurses earned time off.
- Collaborate with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Lead staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Prepare multiple clinical reports, conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Infusion Nurse (June 2015 - Sept. 2016) & (Feb. 2019 - Feb. 2023)
- Infusing and injecting Biologics, monitoring and assessing patients during infusions, monitoring vital signs regularly to track patient progress and respond promptly to any changes or abnormalities, adhering to strict protocols and safety guidelines.
- Efficiently managed infusion clinic schedule, obtained prior authorization and scheduled delivery of specialty pharmacy medications.
- Managed and maintained inventory of all infusion medical supplies while minimizing waste.
- Trained new infusion nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Clinic Nurse - Pulmonary & Sleep (Sept. 2016 - Feb. 2019)
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms, obtained vital signs, downloaded CPAP devices, updated patient chart by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations and assisted physicians during examinations as needed.
- Triaged telephone calls and determined the urgency of the medical issue, if an appointment was necessary or a prescription provided by the provider was the determined response.
- Efficiently managed provider appointment schedule, coordinated sleep study schedule, referrals to durable medical suppliers and external providers when necessary.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients, families and caregivers, educating them on Pulmonary & Sleep conditions and treatments.
Labor & Delivery Nurse
Northwest Texas Healthcare System
Amarillo, Texas
12.2014 - 06.2015
- Maintained accurate documentation of vital signs and fetal heart rates, adhering to HIPAA regulations, of the labor progress throughout the entire childbirth process.
- Administered medications as prescribed for pain management, induction of labor, or augmentation of contractions. Managed epidural analgesia infusions as a form of pain management.
- Assisted physician during the delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth. Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for any changes in status.
- Educated, provided patient safetly, emotional support and guidance to patients and their families throughout the entire childbirth process, fostering strong relationships.
Clinic Nurse (Nurse Manager)
Quail Creek Ear, Nose & Throat Center
Amarillo, Texas
07.2007 - 12.2014
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms, obtained vital signs, performed in office CT scans, allergy testing and allergy shots, updated patient chart by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations and assisted physicians during examinations and in-office procedures as needed.
- Triaged telephone calls and determined the urgency of the medical issue, if an appointment was necessary or a prescription provided by the provider was the determined response.
- Efficiently managed provider appointment schedule, coordinated surgery schedule, allergy clinic schedule, referrals to specialists and external providers when necessary and obtained prior authorizations on procedures and medications.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients, families and caregivers, educating them on Ear, Nose and Throat conditions and treatments.
- Clinic Lead Nurse (2012-2014): Served as a point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, and front office staff. Managed and maintained inventory of medical supplies while minimizing waste. Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
ICU Nurse
Baptist St. Anthony’s Hospital
Amarillo, Texas
08.2006 - 07.2007
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions and conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, respiratory/ventilator status, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques and recorded these details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Provided life-saving interventions with critical thinking and swift decision making during emergency situations by stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, family members, and patients on complex end-of-life decisions, this in turn improved patient satisfaction by providing clear communication about treatment plans.
RN Student Nurse
Amarillo College
Amarillo, Texas
01.2002 - 05.2006
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections ordered by physicians and monitored responses accurately and safely under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Completed comprehensive patient care plans on disease management to educate patients and family members to promote changes for better health outcomes.
Medical Technician (Honorable Discharge)
United States Air Force
Lackland AFB, Texas
02.2001 - 09.2002
- Measured patients vital signs and updated patient records accurately and efficiently while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Administered oral medications, collected laboratory specimens, performed basic patient assessments and assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests to identify accurate treatments for patients.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
Education
Associate Degree In Applied Science - Nursing
Amarillo College
Amarillo, Texas05.2006
Skills
Strong clinical judgment
Acute care expertise
Chronic disease management
Patient Assessments
Ear, nose and throat care
Medication Administration
Oxygen saturation standards
Intravenous therapy
BLS Certified
Family Education
EMR / EHR
HIPAA education
Evaluations
References
- Lesley Davis RN (806) 640-4659
- Jessica Britten RN (806) 223-5494
- Stacie McNabb LVN (806) 674-4051
Timeline
Infusion/Clinic Nurse/Nurse Manager
Baptist St. Anthony’s Amarillo Diagnostic Clinic
06.2015 - Current
Labor & Delivery Nurse
Northwest Texas Healthcare System
12.2014 - 06.2015
Clinic Nurse (Nurse Manager)
Quail Creek Ear, Nose & Throat Center
07.2007 - 12.2014
ICU Nurse
Baptist St. Anthony’s Hospital
08.2006 - 07.2007
RN Student Nurse
Amarillo College
01.2002 - 05.2006
Medical Technician (Honorable Discharge)
United States Air Force
02.2001 - 09.2002
Associate Degree In Applied Science - Nursing
Amarillo College