Jessica Hargreaves
Tucson,AZ
Summary
I am a Compassionate Registered Nurse known that is Skilled in patient assessment, symptom management and medication administration. Iam compassionate on communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient care and positive outcomes. I treat my patients like family. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practice.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Rn Case Manger
Sunset hospice tucson
Tucson, AZ
06.2023 - Current
- Same as previous, RN case manager positions.
Hospice RN Case Manager
Agape Hospice
Tucson, AZ
02.2022 - 06.2023
- same roll as case manger
Hospice RN Case Manager
Amedisys Hospice
Tucson, AZ
12.2019 - 01.2022
- Assessed patient's physical, psychological, social, spiritual and environmental needs.
- Developed educational materials about end-of-life issues for use by staff or family members.
- Attended continuing education courses related to palliative and hospice care topics.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Coordinated with physicians, nurses, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare providers to ensure quality patient care.
- Developed individualized care plans for hospice patients based on their specific needs.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately and timely according to agency guidelines.
- Conducted home visits to assess the physical and emotional needs of hospice patients.
- Facilitated communication between families and health care teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Provided emotional support for both terminally ill patients and their families during difficult times.
- Assessed the psychosocial status of hospice patients and provided counseling services as needed.
- Monitored pain levels in hospice patients and implemented appropriate interventions as needed.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient in accordance with state regulations.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress, plan of care changes, or discharge planning.
- Responded promptly to phone calls from family members or caregivers regarding end-of-life issues.
- Provided education and support to family members of hospice patients regarding end-of-life care.
- Modified treatment plans to accommodate changes in clients' health or progress.
Home Health Nurse
Haven Home Health LLC
Tucson, AZ
03.2019 - 11.2019
- Coordinated patient discharge planning with physicians, social workers, case managers, therapists, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care plan.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature.
- Assessed patient health by conducting physical examinations and evaluating medical histories.
- Administering medications according to physician orders and monitoring side effects of medications.
- Instructed family members in basic nursing skills including wound care, injections, catheterization, and other treatments as ordered by the physician.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Ensured quality assurance standards are met through regular chart audits and review processes.
- Developed personalized care plans for patients based on individual needs.
- Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families and healthcare providers.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients facing difficult decisions regarding their health care options.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure or pulse rate to detect any changes in a patient's condition.
- Attended continuing education courses related to home health nursing practices.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss the progress of each patient's treatment plan.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
RN Floor Nurse Woman's Health/Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
St Joesph Hospital
Tucson, AZ
06.2004 - 03.2019
- Educated families about nutrition, hygiene needs and home safety measures for successful discharge planning.
- Utilized evidence-based guidelines while providing quality nursing care services.
- Communicated effectively with all levels of personnel within the healthcare setting regarding patient care issues.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to requests from other departments.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policy.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Instructed patients on pre-and post-operative care instructions, diet modifications, medications and self-care techniques.
- Reviewed lab values for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or lifestyle changes.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data that addressed identified problems or needs.
- Provided patient care plans in accordance with physician orders and established nursing protocols.
- Participated in educational activities such as seminars or conferences related to professional development or new technology advancements.
- Completed required forms and chart documentation of vital signs, medications and other information.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
CNA
St Joesph Hospital
Tucson, AZ
12.1999 - 06.2004
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ05-2004
Skills
- Health Promotion
- Compassion and Empathy
- Geriatric Care
- Community health
- Basic Life Support
- Discharge Planning
- ADL Assistance
- Infectious disease control
- Care Planning
- Wound Care
- Case Management
- Patient Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient and family advocacy
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Nursing Plan Development
- Collecting vitals
- Quality Improvement
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Strong medical ethic
- SBAR communication
- Relationship Building
- Patient Evaluation
- Documenting vitals
- Emotional awareness
- Team Coordination
- Family and patient support
- Physical assessments
- Evaluations
- Hospice Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Treatment Planning
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Emergency Response
- Patient Discharge
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Hospice Rn Case Manger
Sunset hospice tucson
06.2023 - Current
Hospice RN Case Manager
Agape Hospice
02.2022 - 06.2023
Hospice RN Case Manager
Amedisys Hospice
12.2019 - 01.2022
Home Health Nurse
Haven Home Health LLC
03.2019 - 11.2019
RN Floor Nurse Woman's Health/Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
St Joesph Hospital
06.2004 - 03.2019
CNA
St Joesph Hospital
12.1999 - 06.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pima Community College
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