Jessica Sellers
New Braunfels,Texas
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with background in emergency and critical care. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
North Central Baptist Hospital
San Antonio, Texas
05.2024 - Current
- Triage patients efficiently to determine urgency of medical needs.
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and protocols.
- Educate families on treatment plans and emergency procedures effectively.
- Support training of new nursing staff on emergency protocols and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during complex procedures such as intubations and lumbar punctures using appropriate equipment and techniques.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure in high-pressure situations.
Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
North Central Baptist Hospital
San Antonio, Texas
04.2021 - 12.2024
- Provided critical care to pediatric patients in intensive care unit.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for patient treatment plans.
- Educated families on patient care and health management strategies.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill pediatric patients, including administering medications, IVs, and other treatments as prescribed.
- Identified potential complications that could arise from a patient's medical condition or treatment regimen.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations involving pediatric patients in critical condition.
Registered Nurse
UTHSCSA
San Antonio, Texas
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Educated families about health conditions and treatment options for their children.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions during regular check-ups.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
North Central Baptist Hospital
San Antonio, Texas
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans for children.
- Administered medications and treatments to pediatric patients following established protocols.
- Educated families about health conditions and treatment options for their children.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on pediatric care practices and procedures.
- Utilized age-specific teaching techniques when educating patients and families on self-care strategies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Baptist School of Health Professions
San Antonio, TX05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Texas A&M University
Kingsville, TX06-2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, Texas, TXSkills
- Triage assessment
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Emergency response
- Critical care management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Time management
- Stress management
Certification
Registered Nurse License
Timeline
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
North Central Baptist Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
UTHSCSA
01.2024 - 05.2024
Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
North Central Baptist Hospital
04.2021 - 12.2024
Pediatric Registered Nurse
North Central Baptist Hospital
06.2019 - 04.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Baptist School of Health Professions
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington