Jessica Ward

Medical Telemetry Progressive Care Unit

• Provided support and guidance to nursing staff on patient care issues.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team conferences to discuss treatment plans for patients.
• Acted as a liaison between hospital departments, medical staff, families, and community agencies regarding patient care issues.
• Assisted in resolving conflicts between staff members or departments.
• Responded to patient call lights quickly and expedited appropriate follow-through.

Urology and Gynecology Oncology Unit

• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
• Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
• Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
• Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.

Medical Oncology Unit

• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
• Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
• Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.

Neuro Step-Down Unit

• medications and treatments according to physician orders.
• Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.

• Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
• Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.