Jessica Stevenson
Gretna,LA
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience in Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nursing and case management. Skilled in providing comprehensive post-operative patient care, monitoring recovery from anesthesia, pain management, patient education, discharge planning, and coordinating multidisciplinary care. Experienced in assessing patient needs, advocating for quality outcomes, and ensuring continuity of care through effective communication with physicians, patients, families, and healthcare teams. Dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining safety, efficiency, and compliance with healthcare standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PACU Registered Nurse
West Jefferson Medical Center
Marrero, LA
02.2016 - Current
- Provide comprehensive post-anesthesia care for surgical patients recovering from various procedures.
- Monitor airway, circulation, neurological status, and pain management following surgery.
- Administer medications and IV therapies while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
Clinical & Nursing Care Coordination
Bayside Healthcare
Harvey, LA
03.2021 - 02.2025
- Assisted with discharge planning and coordination of post-hospital care services.
- Collaborated with physicians, social workers, rehabilitation facilities, and home health agencies to support continuity of care.
- Reviewed patient needs and helped facilitate appropriate healthcare resources and follow-up services.
- Advocated for patients to ensure safe transitions of care and improved patient outcomes.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Baton General School of Nursing
Baton Rouge, LA05-2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delta College
Slidell, LA05-2015
High School Diploma -
Oliver Perry Walker
New Orleans, LA05-1999
Skills
- Case Management
- Care Coordination
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Advocacy
- Post-Anesthesia Care
- IV Therapy
Certification
- PALS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
- BLS
Timeline
Clinical & Nursing Care Coordination
Bayside Healthcare
03.2021 - 02.2025
PACU Registered Nurse
West Jefferson Medical Center
02.2016 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Baton General School of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delta College
High School Diploma -
Oliver Perry Walker