Jessica M. Knapp
St. Clair Shores,MI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, education and care coordination in fast-paced environments. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong therapeutic relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Wayne State University School Of Nursing
06.2023 - Current
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Coordinated with clinicians to develop and coordinate student assignments.
- Trained 8 students per rotation to identify signs of patient mental health deterioration and implementation of mental health treatment plans to promote achievement of course objectives.
RN Behavioral Health Staff Nurse
Ascension St. John Hospital
10.2019 - Current
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
RN Traveler
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - 09.2023
- Provided medical care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion in multiple settings to offer patients best possible care regardless of location.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied, and observations, effectively using electronic health records.
- Completed RN Travel Assignments include: Scripps Hospital in San Diego, CA; Spectrum Health Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph, MI, Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, MI, and Promedica in Monroe, MI.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Beaumont Hospital - Corewell Health
04.2018 - 04.2020
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Oncology Unit
McLaren Northern MI Hospital
06.2016 - 04.2018
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Education
Doctorate of Nursing Practice -
Wayne State University College of Nursing
Detroit, MI09.2024
Graduate Nursing Education Certificate -
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Downers Grove, IL05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
North Central MI College
Petoskey, MI05.2016
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Trauma Recovery
- Mental Health Care
- Team Coordination
- Accurate Documentation
- Local and State Regulations
- Patient Relationships
- Mentoring proficiency
Additional Information
- Scholarships: , Midred E. Halvorsen Scholarship 2016 AANC Magnet Conference - McLaren NM Foundation Oberndorf Lifeline Scholarship Women’s Independence Scholarship Michigan Nursing Scholarship Borra Scholarship MI Competitive Scholarship
Certification
- Michigan RN License
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- NIHSS - Stroke Assessment
- Crisis Prevention Institute
Timeline
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
Wayne State University School Of Nursing
06.2023 - Current
RN Traveler
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - 09.2023
RN Behavioral Health Staff Nurse
Ascension St. John Hospital
10.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, ICU
Beaumont Hospital - Corewell Health
04.2018 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Oncology Unit
McLaren Northern MI Hospital
06.2016 - 04.2018
Doctorate of Nursing Practice -
Wayne State University College of Nursing
Graduate Nursing Education Certificate -
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
North Central MI College
- Michigan RN License
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- NIHSS - Stroke Assessment
- Crisis Prevention Institute
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