jessica tyus
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Methodist University Hospital
09.2017 - Current
- Supervised patient care activities, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Developed individualized care plans based on comprehensive assessments and patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline processes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and improving team efficiency.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, medication management, and lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for high-acuity patients.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient recovery times and improve outcomes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in best practices for cardiac care and effective patient communication strategies.
- Evaluated and updated nursing procedures to align with current research findings and regulatory standards.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Served as an effective liaison between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and family members while coordinating optimal care planning efforts for each patient''s unique situation.
- Contributed to the facility's top ranking in cardiovascular and thoracic patient care.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with hospital policies and procedures; contributed to continuity of care across shifts.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Saint Francis Hospital
09.2018 - 08.2025
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and preventive care strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve care delivery efficiency across units.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional growth and enhancing clinical skills.
- Conducted quality improvement initiatives to elevate patient safety standards within facilities.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined the severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors, and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Cardiac /Medical Surgical Travel Registered Nurse
Barnes Jewish Hospital
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Administered patient care in diverse clinical settings, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patient responses to treatments effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care requirements.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing safety standards across various departments.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient satisfaction scores and outcomes.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Administered medications and treatments with a high degree of accuracy, ensuring patient safety and adherence to healthcare protocols.
- Maintained detailed patient records for accurate documentation and effective treatment planning, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Increased awareness of health and safety protocols among staff has led to a reduction in workplace accidents.
- Optimized use of medical supplies by implementing inventory control measures, contributing to cost savings without compromising patient care.
- Supported a positive work environment by mentoring new nursing staff, promoting a culture of learning, and professional growth.
- Delivered high-level quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Actively working as part of the nursing team in charge of the telemetry unit to focus on care services for 20 cardiac patients.
- Closely monitoring patients with complex cardiac issues, along with other health problems such as renal failure, pneumonia, diabetes, CHF, acute TIA/stroke, and acute MI.
- Educated patients' families about the disease, medication, and necessary care post-cardiac surgery after discharge.
- Inserted peripheral IV catheters, IV medications, and assisted cardiac surgeons with proper PICC placements.
- Closely monitor patients after cardiac catheterization and pacemaker placement.
- Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to provide optimal patient care by consulting the concerned doctors to perform the discharge process for patients accurately.
- Performing various duties related to constant cardiac monitoring, including LVAD, response to medication, and titration.
- Administering IV doses to manage irregular cardiac rhythms during procedures, after consulting with the surgeon, and stabilizing the patient.
- Supervising trainee nurses on the setup and maintenance of medical equipment used during the procedures.
- Ensuring that equipment used for surgical procedures is calibrated correctly and well-maintained for use in emergencies.
CHARGE NURSE; BSN; RN; LPN;
Baptist Memorial Hospital
06.2011 - 10.2020
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure delivery of high-quality patient care.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers efficiently.
- Provided patient care and maintained effective functioning for the assigned unit of service.
- Assessed, planned, and evaluated patient care needs before and during pregnancy, including obtaining patient history and assessing for labor risk factors.
- Assisted patients through the labor and delivery process, including postpartum care.
- Executed tasks such as fetal monitoring, newborn assessments, and hearing screenings, and provided newborn care education to patients.
- Provided education and support to mothers and families after delivery.
- Provided care for patients utilizing fetal and maternal monitoring equipment.
- Managed the patient's pain, including epidural and patient-controlled analgesia administration.
- Assisted the physician during delivery, treatment, examination, and surgical procedures.
- Monitored, recorded, and communicated patient condition as appropriate, utilizing computerized documentation systems.
- Provided patient and family education on labor, pain, and newborn care.
- Supervised licensed vocational nurses, non-licensed nursing personnel, and registered nurses in providing quality patient care.
- Implemented patient care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Could you make sure that services within the unit are performed in accordance with the facility's standards and mission?
- Prepare admissions, discharges, and organized transportation for patients.
- Assisted with patient treatment and procedures, managed, and administered oral and intravenous medications.
- Managed consent for the completion, maintenance, accuracy, and updates of patients' records throughout patients' care.
- Modified plan of care according to evaluation, changes in the medical plan of care, and effective and ineffective nursing interventions.
- Maintenance of peripheral intravenous insertion.
- Collect blood and urine specimens using aseptic technique.
- Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain a blood sample for laboratory testing.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
SPRING HEALTHCARE CENTER
06.2011 - 01.2015
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes, ensuring timely intervention when necessary.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Downers Grove, IL01-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Dyersburg State Community College
Covington, TN12-2015
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Tennessee Technological University
Covington, TN02-2011
Skills
- Patient safety
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Patient confidentiality
- Physical assessment
- Telemetry monitoring
- IV therapy administration
- Discharge planning
- Cardiac assessment
- Wound care management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Physical assessments
- Health promotion
- Oxygen therapy
- Blood transfusion
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
- Basic life support
- CPR certification
- Infection control
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Safety protocols
- Delegation and motivation
- Neonatal care
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Neonatal resuscitation (NRP)
- Pediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization
- EKG interpretation
- Heartsaver CPR AED
Certification
- Registered Nurse: Tennessee. Licensure - Expires December 2026
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support(ACLS)- Expires August 2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS)- Expires August 2026
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)- Expires August 2026
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - Expires August 2026
Timeline
Cardiac /Medical Surgical Travel Registered Nurse
Barnes Jewish Hospital
10.2020 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Saint Francis Hospital
09.2018 - 08.2025
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Methodist University Hospital
09.2017 - Current
CHARGE NURSE; BSN; RN; LPN;
Baptist Memorial Hospital
06.2011 - 10.2020
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
SPRING HEALTHCARE CENTER
06.2011 - 01.2015
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Dyersburg State Community College
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Tennessee Technological University