Jessica Tremblay
Thetford Center
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse with over 14 years of experience in fast-paced hospital environments, committed to delivering high-quality, holistic patient care while engaging in continuing education and quality improvement initiatives. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with a family nurse practitioner concentration, aiming to elevate patient care within primary settings, foster multidisciplinary collaboration, and inspire the next generation of nurses through education. Proven ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in multitasking, prioritizing patient needs, and developing personalized care plans. Recognized for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently striving for excellence in all aspects of nursing practice.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse | Interventional Radiology
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
02.2017 - Current
- Delivers skilled and competent care to individuals undergoing image-guided procedures. Provides guidance and support to patients and families throughout the entire procedural process.
- Charge nurse of 6 procedure rooms, patient prep and recovery rooms, all running simultaneously, while managing oral sedation and pacemaker monitoring needs for MRI and nuclear medicine scans.
- Collaborates with radiology physicians, PAs, technicians, and other nursing staff, as well as other specialties to maximize patient safety and improve patient outcomes.
- Uses critical thinking skills to prioritize and triage in urgent/emergent situations to manage rapidly changing patient conditions.
- Skilled in moderate sedation, ECG interpretation, radiation safety, PIV insertion, port access/de-access, and phlebotomy.
- Experienced and knowledgeable preceptor of new and seasoned registered nurses. Created 120+ page orientation manual for new radiology nurses and set new standard for more efficient orientation practices.
Registered Nurse | Inpatient Adult Med-Surg Unit
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
08.2011 - 02.2017
- Worked as a part of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality and compassionate nursing care to post-operative vascular, thoracic, renal transplant, and general surgery patients with complex medical needs.
- Charge nurse of a 32-bed unit with 3 step-down beds.
- Became skilled in managing patients with PCAs, epidurals, chest tubes, wound vacs, ostomies, and those receiving EKOS therapy.
- Precepted numerous nursing students, new graduate nurses, and experienced nurses.
Personal Care Assistant
Self-Employed
06.2010 - 08.2011
- Provided personalized care for an 84-year-old individual with Parkinson’s disease while away from their assisted-living facility for three periods of extended travel.
- Enhanced clients' daily living experiences and overall well-being.
- Assisted client with medications, all ADLs, and navigation/travel support while promoting independence and dignity.
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Burlington Health and Rehabilitation
06.2009 - 08.2009
- Cared for 8 to 9 residents daily, assisting them with all ADLs, monitoring and recording input and output.
- Helped facilitate and encourage participation of residents in various unit-based activities to promote physical activity and socialization.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
Work Study Student
University of Vermont Office of Nursing Workforce Research, Planning, and Development
09.2007 - 05.2008
- Assisted in data collection for various nursing workforce trends and projects to inform planning and development initiatives.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly while maintaining strict confidentiality protocols.
- Assisted with daily office tasks, contributing to a well-run work environment.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA05-2026
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT05.2011
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Patient Advocacy
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Accomplishments
- Registered Nurse since July 2011 | NH License #064715-21 | VT Compact License #026.0153259
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Moderate Sedation Certified
Certification
- Registered Nurse since July 2011 | NH License #064715-21 | VT Compact License #026.0153259
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Moderate Sedation Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse | Interventional Radiology
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
02.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse | Inpatient Adult Med-Surg Unit
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
08.2011 - 02.2017
Personal Care Assistant
Self-Employed
06.2010 - 08.2011
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Burlington Health and Rehabilitation
06.2009 - 08.2009
Work Study Student
University of Vermont Office of Nursing Workforce Research, Planning, and Development
09.2007 - 05.2008
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Vermont
Awards and Extracurriculars
- Interventional Radiology Skills and Education Ambassador (December 2020-August 2021)
- Clinical Competence Committee: evaluated interventional radiology fellows alongside a panel of radiology attendings and provided constructive feedback (July 2019-June 2022)
- DHMC Areté Award for Nursing Excellence Recipient (May 2019)
- Nursing Preceptor of the Year Nominee (May 2019)
- Attended the 37th Association of Radiologic and Imaging Nursing Convention (March 2017)
- Nurse Residency Facilitator: provided support and mentorship by facilitating group discussions with new graduate nurses during their first year of practice (January 2017-August 2017)
- Peer Development Coach (June 2015-February 2017)
- Skin and Wound Improvement Team Member (July 2012-August 2014)