Jessica Tickle
Harrisonburg,VA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse, Same Day Surgery
Sentara RMH Medical Center
06.2017 - Current
- Identified patient need and risk factors that may be affected by surgical experience.
- prepped patients for surgery by completing a comprehensive medial history, physical assessment and pre-operative check list.
- Maintained and promoted patient safety by assessing physical and psychosocial needs.
- Communicated with anesthesiologists/surgeon of abnormal results of labs, physical assessment findings, or special needs of the patient that may affect surgical outcomes of the patient.
- Provided education to the patient and family member of what will be expected in the post-operative phase of care (i.e. expected pain, and how to treat the pain, signs and symptoms of a post-operative infection).
- Inserted IVs and administered pre-operative medications per the Doctor's order.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various types of surgical procedures.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse Operating Room
Sentara RMH Medical Center
10.2016 - 06.2017
- Ensured efficient flow of the operating room schedule by coordinating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and support staff.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- Reduced surgical complications through thorough patient assessment and timely communication with the surgical team.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Optimized patient care during surgery by skillfully assisting in various operative procedures and handling surgical instruments proficiently.
- Maintained an organized and efficient work environment within the operating room by effectively managing supplies, equipment inventory, and sterilization processes.
- Contributed to a high-performing operating room team through consistent collaboration, effective problem-solving, and open communication with peers.
- Prevented infections and maintained a sterile environment through diligent adherence to infection control guidelines and operating room best practices.
- Developed strong rapport with patients'' families through effective communication about surgical expectations, progress updates, and postoperative care instructions.
- Increased positive outcomes for patients undergoing surgery by promptly identifying potential complications and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Streamlined the perioperative process for patients by establishing clear lines of communication between interdisciplinary teams.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Sanitized, selected and organizing instruments, equipment and supplies according to surgeon preferences.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
Registered Nurse/Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Sentara RMH Medical Center
07.2011 - 10.2016
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers Cave, VA05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Science
Bridgewater College
Bridgewater, VA05.2006
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and Empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient Management
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Physical assessments
- Precepting
- Lab result interpretation
- Team Coordination
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Procedure preparations
- Staff Supervision
- ACLS/PALs Certified
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse, Same Day Surgery
Sentara RMH Medical Center
06.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse Operating Room
Sentara RMH Medical Center
10.2016 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse/Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Sentara RMH Medical Center
07.2011 - 10.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Blue Ridge Community College
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Science
Bridgewater College