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Jessie Elkins

Milton,VT

Summary

RN with 20 years of experience in patient care and critical thinking. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Expertise in medical procedures, assessments, and care coordination, ensuring efficient and compassionate care.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse II, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

University of Vermont Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
  • Prioritized nursing interventions based on acuity and needs.
  • Conducted assessments to identify condition changes, notifying physicians for action.
  • Delivered compassionate care addressing physical, emotional, spiritual needs.
  • Collaborated with teams on treatment plans for patients with comorbidities.
  • Managed challenging situations using de-escalation and therapeutic communication.

RN II Mother Baby Nurse

University Of Vermont Medical Center
03.2015 - 06.2022
  • Administered medications safely, minimizing errors
  • Built strong relationships with families, offering emotional support and addressing concerns.
  • Acted as liaison between physicians and families to ensure clear communication on treatment progress.
  • Provided emotional support during difficult times, fostering trust that improved wellbeing.

Family Birth Center RN III

Northwestern Medical Center Inc.
03.2006 - 03.2015

Delivered care to antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, neonatal, pediatric, gynecology patients.

Conducted telephone and bedside triage.

Medical Surgical RN II

Northwestern Medical Center Inc.
06.2004 - 05.2006

Delivered bedside care to medical, surgical patients.

Educated on new medications and diagnoses.

Instructed on managing acute, chronic, comorbid conditions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Vermont
Burlington, VT
2004

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and General Studies

Community College of Vermont
Burlington, VT
2001

Skills

    - Attention to detail

    - Organization

    - Clinical judgment

    - Effective communication

    - Accurate documentation

    - Charge Nurse role

    - Precepting new staff

    - Safe medication administration

Timeline

Registered Nurse II, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

University of Vermont Medical Center
06.2022 - Current

RN II Mother Baby Nurse

University Of Vermont Medical Center
03.2015 - 06.2022

Family Birth Center RN III

Northwestern Medical Center Inc.
03.2006 - 03.2015

Medical Surgical RN II

Northwestern Medical Center Inc.
06.2004 - 05.2006

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Vermont

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and General Studies

Community College of Vermont