Jill Nelson
Portland,OR
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate RN with nearly 2 years experience in a Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) Specialty Hospital setting. Skilled in managing complex, high-acuity patients requiring extended critical care and multi-system support. Proficient in delivering patient-centered care, collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams, and adapting quickly in fast-paced, high demand environments. Committed to improving patient outcomes through effective problem-solving skills, accurate assessments, critical thinking, and decision-making.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
VIBRA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL
03.2024 - Current
- Provides comprehensive nursing care to medically complex patients in a long-term acute care (LTAC) setting including ventilator-dependent and high-acuity cases. Proficient in wound care, medication administration, IV therapy, critical drips, tracheostomy care, patient mobility, and other nursing treatments per provider’s orders and hospital protocols. Acts as a preceptor to nursing students as well as training new employees, fostering a supportive learning environment. Monitors vital signs, performs diagnostic tests, and updates providers with any critical changes in patient condition.
Licensed Massage Therapist
HAND AND STONE
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided various massage modalities including deep tissue, Swedish, facilitated stretching, and myofascial massage, recorded client documentation in an electronic health record, and developed care plans with each client to facilitate various rehabilitative and wellness goals.
Licensed Massage Therapist
JILL NELSON LMT
01.2010 - 11.2017
- Operated an independent massage therapy business which included marketing, client retention/professional rapport development, and billing. Provided therapeutic massage, developed care plans, and engaged in compassionate, therapeutic communication with each client.
Education
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) Cum Laude -
Concordia St. Paul University
Portland, OR01.2022
Licensed Massage Therapy (LMT) 800 hours - undefined
East West College of the Healing Arts
Portland, OR01.2010
Skills
- Medication Administration (IV, IM, PO, etc)
- Tracheostomy Care
- Oxygen Therapy and Respiratory Treatments
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Care
- PEG and NG Tube Feeding/NG Tube Insertion
- Central Line Care (PICC, CVC)
- Diabetes Management
- Infection Control and Isolation Precautions
- Rapid Response Team Member
- Patient Stabilization
- Admission and Discharge Planning
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Patient Education and Discharge Instructions
- Patient assessment
- Precepting
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association, Issue Date - 2024-02-17
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association, Issue Date - 2025-06-03
Timeline
Registered Nurse
VIBRA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL
03.2024 - Current
Licensed Massage Therapist
HAND AND STONE
02.2018 - 06.2019
Licensed Massage Therapist
JILL NELSON LMT
01.2010 - 11.2017
Licensed Massage Therapy (LMT) 800 hours - undefined
East West College of the Healing Arts
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) Cum Laude -
Concordia St. Paul University