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Jill Nelson

Redlands,California

Summary

I am currently providing nursing care to diverse populations in the inpatient setting. I possess training in Medicine Administration, Care Plans, Quality Patient Care. I offer Patient Centered Focus Care with Emotional Support. I am a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. I am a hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Ivfocus on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

RN

Loma Linda University Children's Hospital
05.2018 - Current
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.

RN

Dignity Health
07.2017 - 09.2017
  • Collaborated with Physicians to create a plan of care for the patients
  • Administered medications to patients, along with vaccinations, and rendered treatment according to patient needs
  • Communicated with patient, and family members about treatment plan, and addressed and responded to patient concerns
  • Maintained and tracked patient Ins & Outs, documented as such
  • Utilized working knowledge of Healthcare laws & regulations
  • Delivered patient care in a compassionate, caring, and professional manner
  • Worked alongside other Healthcare team members with courtesy and respect
  • Prepared patients for procedures, and communicated information surrounding tests
  • Evaluated and monitored lab results, reporting to Physician necessary results in a prompt and timely fashion
  • Demonstrated Dependability and Flexibility in a busy unit
  • Reported to Physician changes in patient status, and carried out Physician Orders
  • Performed bedside care with empathy, and concern, excellent Intrapersonal and Communication skills.

Certified Medical Assistant

Beaver Medical Group
02.1995 - 01.2015
  • Obtained information about patient medical history, drug history, drug allergy, allergies, and patient concerns & complaints
  • Routinely answered patient questions regarding health concerns
  • Monitored patient Vitals – including Blood Pressure, Pulse, Respirations, Testing & Recording Glucose levels
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress & concerns
  • Responded timely and appropriately to physical & emotional needs of the patients
  • Built quality relationships
  • Insurance Verification
  • Prescription refills
  • Referrals and Scheduling of patients to specialties & testing
  • Insurance billing
  • Answered & managed incoming & outgoing phone calls; documenting accurate & concise messages.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA
12.2016

Skills

  • Adaptive to changing environments
  • Patient focused therapy
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Organized and detailed
  • Personable and approachable
  • Excellent Verbal and written skills
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Calm under pressure
  • Composed
  • Great public speaking/teaching skills

Phone

(909)335-5770, (909) 894-6383

Volunteer Experience

  • Active participant on PTA for 10 years, chairing the Science Fair, designing & organization & coordination of School Shirt sales.
  • Member of School Site Council in Redlands Unified School district for 2 years, advocating for the teachers & students.
  • Soccer team parent/ manager for 6 different seasons (non consecutively), organizing schedules, parent/coach communication informant, collection & management of mone
  • Currently Sunday School teacher for 3-year-old children.
  • I worked at Beaver Medical Group from 1995-2015, was on various committees for employee morale enhancement, and was Employee of the Month twice during my time there.

Timeline

RN

Loma Linda University Children's Hospital
05.2018 - Current

RN

Dignity Health
07.2017 - 09.2017

Certified Medical Assistant

Beaver Medical Group
02.1995 - 01.2015

Associate of Science - Nursing

San Bernardino Valley College

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