Jessica Speights RN, BSN
Odenville,AL
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with extensive clinical expertise in Labor & Delivery, postpartum, and well-newborn nursery settings. Proficient in conducting newborn assessments, screenings (PKU & CCHD), glucose monitoring, bilirubin evaluation, and recognizing early complications while providing essential family education. Cross-trained in OR and PACU for cesarean sections, demonstrating neonatal stabilization skills aligned with NRP standards. A three-time DAISY Award nominee recognized for unwavering patient advocacy, calm performance during emergencies, and a steadfast commitment to newborn safety. Strong desire to transition into the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – LDRPN Unit
St. Vincent’s East
01.2025 - Current
- Provide newborn and maternal assessments, monitoring respiratory distress, hypoglycemia, jaundice, sepsis indicators, and postpartum changes.
- Perform newborn vitals, glucose checks, bilirubin screening, medication administration, thermoregulation, feeding evaluations, and weight monitoring.
- Conduct PKU & CCHD screenings; obtain newborn labs.
- Assist with newborn circumcision procedures.
- Support neonatal emergencies per NRP standards.
- Provide family education on newborn care, postpartum recovery, discharge instructions, newborn care, feedings, medication management, and warning signs to promote self-care and prevent readmissions.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, monitoring vital signs and early signs of clinical deterioration to enable timely interventions and effective communication with providers ensuring patient safety and optimal care outcomes.
- Administer medications autonomously, coordinate patient care, and apply critical thinking for clinical decision-making across diverse and acute patient populations.
- Manage acute and chronic health conditions with adaptability, delivering high-quality care in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
- Circulate in the operating room, maintaining strict aseptic technique and supporting surgical teams throughout intraoperative procedures.
Student Nurse Intern I–II
St. Vincent’s East
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Supported care across Emergency Department, Med-Surg, NICU, L&D, OR, and ICU units.
- Developed strong foundational skills in rapid assessment, wound care, telemetry, IV therapy, and emergency response.
- Collaborated with RNs and physicians to manage acute and chronic health conditions.
- Reinforced education for patients and families on postpartum and surgical recovery, newborn safety, and signs of complications.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2025
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL01.2024
Associate Degree in Business -
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL01.2016
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
Accomplishments
HONORS & MEMBERSHIPS
• President – Student Nurses Association
• President – Delta Alpha Pi Honor Society
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Alabama (Active, Expires Dec 2027)
- BLS & ACLS – American Heart Association (Expires Feb 2027)
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – AHA (Expires Feb 2027)
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Certification – AWHONN (2025)
- Emergency Medical Response Awareness/Operations for CBRNE – Center for Domestic Preparedness
License & Certifications
• RN License (AL), Expires Dec 2025
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Expires Feb 2027
• BLS, Expires Feb 2027
• ACLS, Expires Feb 2027
• Emergency Medical Response CBRNE – CDP
• Intermediate Fetal Monitoring – AWHONN (2025)
Timeline
Registered Nurse – LDRPN Unit
St. Vincent’s East
01.2025 - Current
Student Nurse Intern I–II
St. Vincent’s East
08.2023 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Capella University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Jefferson State Community College
Associate Degree in Business -
Jefferson State Community College