JESSICA STEWARD
Saint Francisville
Summary
Highly motivated healthcare professional, experienced in diverse healthcare settings. Well-versed in providing patient-centered care, developing care plans, and delivering high-quality patient care in accordance with physician orders. Proven track record of success in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based care to diverse patient populations.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family and Caregiving Responsibilities
Family Member
New Orleans
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Care of a dying family member.
- I temporarily stepped away to care for a family member. That situation is now resolved, and I am excited to return to work full-time.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
Registered Nurse- Dialysis
Fresenius Medical Care
Jackson
12.2022 - 01.2025
- Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
- Ensure that 16-18 patients dialyze safely and according to physicians orders.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical judgments in complex situations.
Registered Nurse
Millard Henry Clinic
Russellville
05.2017 - 07.2022
- Provided direct patient care and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Updated patients charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Advocate for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, and verifying interventions met the treatment goals.
- Performed practitioner ordered test, ie. EKGs, Pulmonary Function test and Ankle-Brachial Indexes.
- Administer allergy injections for pediatric and adult patients, observe for any anaphylactic reactions.
Caretaker of Farm and Stay-at-home MOM
Ware3Farms
Dardanelle
02.2016 - 05.2017
- Performed day-to-day operations of 162 acre farm with cattle, goats, chickens, and herd dogs, which could include but not limited to repairing fences, assisting in birthing farm animals, keeping accurate records of births and medication administration to animals.
- Dedicated wife and mother to 3 children.
Registered Nurse
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center
Russellville
10.2015 - 02.2016
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Private Duty Nurse
Care IV Home Health
Russellville
09.2015 - 10.2015
- Direct patient care for one assigned tracheostomy patient in the patient's home.
- Assess and implement aspects of treatment, from medication to wound care, and all personal activities of daily living performed for the assigned tracheostomy patient, including feeding via the PEG tube.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services using electronic medical record systems.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on nursing diagnosis and physician orders.
Registered Nurse- Charge
Lane regional Memorial Center
Zachary
08.2009 - 08.2015
- Direct patient care on a 35-bed telemetry/pediatric unit.
- Charge nurse on the telemetry and pediatric floor. Oversaw the care of an average of 30 patients per shift.
- Effectively supervised 4-5 RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and non-clinical staff.
- Coordinated and delegated nursing care for the execution of excellent patient care.
- Cross-trained for ICU, IMC units, Emergency Room, and Acute Rehab.
- Member of the Building and Implementing team for CPOE (Computerized Physician Order Entry).
- Instructed MDs and practitioners regarding Computerized Physician Order Entry.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Registered Nurse- Charge
Sagebrook Health Care
Cedar Park
06.2007 - 07.2009
- Direct patient care on 25 bed Acute Rehab unit.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executed care based on each patient's relative condition. and delegated tasks to CNAs and Medical Technicians for med pass.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve heath and meet recovery goals.
Registered Nurse- Night Charge
St. Francis Medical Center
Monroe
05.2000 - 04.2007
- Direct patient care on a 32-bed Medical/Surgical unit and a 30-bed Orthopedic/Neurology unit.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Effectively supervised RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and non-clinical staff.
- Utilized critical thinking skills, assessed changes in patient conditions, recognized complications, and intervened appropriately.
- Precepted new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols according to hospital policies and protocols.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
Registered Nurse- Weekend Supervisor
West Carroll Care Center
Oak Grove
05.2000 - 09.2000
- Patient/Family Advocate: Educate patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, disease process, and management, including lifestyle options.
- Effectively supervised LPNs and CNAs.
- Provided direct patient care at an 80-bed geriatric facility.
- Weekly skin assessments and/or assessments as needed.
- Communicated patient assessments to healthcare providers as needed.
Registered Nurse- Charge
Baton Rouge General Hospital-Midcity
Baton Rouge
05.1998 - 01.2000
- Acute and chronic patient care on a 32-bed skilled nursing unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment, from medication administration to wound care, and monitoring 6 to 7 patients per shift.
- Supervised RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and non-clinical staff.
- Precepted new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, safety, policies, and procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Registered Nurse- Shift Supervisor
Louisiana State Penitentary
Angola
05.1996 - 07.1998
- Direct patient care for 30 acute, chronic and hospice incarcerated individual.
- Effectively supervised LPNs and non-clinical staff.
- Monitored medication administration, wound care, and ensured compliance with standards of practice.
- Provided clinical support by participating in rounds with physicians when necessary.
- Monitored compliance with safety protocols, infection control practices, and regulatory standards.
RN- Case Manager
Golden Age Home Care
Hammond
05.1995 - 05.1996
- Reviewed clinical data including lab results, radiology reports and vital signs to assess appropriateness of treatments.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications, and changes.
- Maintained Medicare-required documentation for 40+ patients for certification and re-certification for home health visits.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of professionals to develop plans of care and monitor patient status.
- Field visits.
- Supervise RNs, LPNs, and home health aides during home visits.
Registered Nurse-Charge/Nurse Technician
St. Francis Medical Center
Monroe
07.1993 - 01.1995
- Direct patient care on a 30-bed orthopedic/neurology unit.
- Charge nurse on the night shift.
- Effectively supervised RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
- Coordinated and delegated nursing care for the execution of excellent patient care.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Certified Nursing Assistant
West Carroll Care Center
Oak Grove
03.1990 - 05.1993
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Checked patients' vital signs and reported findings to the nurse caring for the patient.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives, and also collected output data and recorded it in the patients' charts.
- Assisted RNs and LPNs in daily tasks for safe patient care.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA, US05.1993
High School Diploma -
Dardanelle High School
Dardanelle, AR06.1987
Skills
- Patient and family-focused advocate
- In-depth knowledge of intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Electronic medical records, working knowledge of EPIC, Athena, and Meditech
Certification
- Registered Nurse, 01/01/27
- BLS exp. 02/2027
Awards
- Nominated for Mentor of the Year, 2014, Louisiana Nurses Association Gala
- Sister Mary Agnes Fortier award recipient, 1993
Accomplishments
- Nominated for Mentor of the Year 2014 Louisiana Nurses Association Gala (one of five nominees from a pool of 50,000 Registered Nurses in State of Louisiana
- Sister Mary Agnes Fortier award recipient in 1993
Affiliations
- Mother to three teenage/young adults
- Member of Healing Place Church- St. Francisville, Louisiana
- Member of Not My Past Ministries- nonprofit organization helping families of incarcerated persons visit their loved ones
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Family and Caregiving Responsibilities
Family Member
02.2025 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse- Dialysis
Fresenius Medical Care
12.2022 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse
Millard Henry Clinic
05.2017 - 07.2022
Caretaker of Farm and Stay-at-home MOM
Ware3Farms
02.2016 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse
St. Mary's Regional Medical Center
10.2015 - 02.2016
Private Duty Nurse
Care IV Home Health
09.2015 - 10.2015
Registered Nurse- Charge
Lane regional Memorial Center
08.2009 - 08.2015
Registered Nurse- Charge
Sagebrook Health Care
06.2007 - 07.2009
Registered Nurse- Night Charge
St. Francis Medical Center
05.2000 - 04.2007
Registered Nurse- Weekend Supervisor
West Carroll Care Center
05.2000 - 09.2000
Registered Nurse- Charge
Baton Rouge General Hospital-Midcity
05.1998 - 01.2000
Registered Nurse- Shift Supervisor
Louisiana State Penitentary
05.1996 - 07.1998
RN- Case Manager
Golden Age Home Care
05.1995 - 05.1996
Registered Nurse-Charge/Nurse Technician
St. Francis Medical Center
07.1993 - 01.1995
Certified Nursing Assistant
West Carroll Care Center
03.1990 - 05.1993
Associate Degree - Nursing
Louisiana Tech University
High School Diploma -
Dardanelle High School
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