Jessica Santos
Miles,TX
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing a variety of clinical experience and leadership skills. Proficient in assessments, medication administration and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intake Coordinator
Shannon Home Health
San Angelo, TX
07.2020 - Current
- Coordinated the intake process for new patients, including scheduling initial assessments and providing necessary paperwork.
- Supervising nurse and clinical back up in absence of Director.
- Coordinated continued care of patients with physicians and other staff from admission to discharge from agency.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of potential patients to determine eligibility for home health.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various agency programs.
- Maintained compliance with Conditions of Participation and Federal/ State Regulations regarding home health policies and procedures.
Case Manager, RN
Encompass Home Health
San Angelo
04.2018 - 07.2020
- Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to coordinate treatment plans for clients.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment options.
Registered Nurse
Correct Care Solutions
Big Spring
08.2016 - 03.2019
- Performed triage assessments of patients during sick call.
- Facilitated the ordering of medications on a large scale for inmate population.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in paper medical records.
- Medically Managed restricted housing units as well as general population.
Charge RN
Baptist Retirement Community
San Angelo, Tx
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Caregiver
Harris Avenue Baptist Church
San Angelo, TX
02.2011 - 08.2016
Nursing Assistant
Shannon Medical Center
San Angelo
02.2013 - 04.2014
Education
Associates of Applied Science -
Howard College
Big Spring, TX05.2016
Skills
- Perform triage of patients based on initial assessments and clinical judgement
- Educate patients on medications, side effects and multiple disease processes
- Administered IV, oral, SQ, IM, and intradermal medications
- Provided various wound care treatments as prescribed by the Physician and Physician Assistant
- Documented patient system reviews, transfer records, risk assessments, pain levels, and safety precautions
- Performed head-to-toe assessments and interventions
- Case manager for patients needing plan of care assessments, wound care, education on diagnosis and physician intervention
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Nursing, 901402, 06/21/16
- BLS CPR for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Certified
- Epic Certified
- Certified Case-manager
References
- Sylvia Pope, RN , Director Shannon Home Health, (830) 459-7674
- Jessica Robison, RN, Case Manager Shannon Home Health, (325) 374-3727
- Linda Deleon, LVN, GEO Correctional Facility, (432) 448-5266
Timeline
Intake Coordinator
Shannon Home Health
07.2020 - Current
Case Manager, RN
Encompass Home Health
04.2018 - 07.2020
Charge RN
Baptist Retirement Community
10.2017 - 02.2018
Registered Nurse
Correct Care Solutions
08.2016 - 03.2019
Nursing Assistant
Shannon Medical Center
02.2013 - 04.2014
Caregiver
Harris Avenue Baptist Church
02.2011 - 08.2016
Associates of Applied Science -
Howard College