Jocelyn Kennedy
Spring Hill,FL
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
BayCare
Dunedin, FL
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Counseled patients and family members on topics such as diet, exercise regimens, risk factors or disease management.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Provided direct patient care to individuals admitted with cardiac arrhythmias.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
AdventHealth
Wesley Chapel, FL
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
Registered Nurse, PICU
HCA
Brandon, FL
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Assessed patient conditions and implemented appropriate nursing interventions.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Developed, monitored, and evaluated individualized patient plans of care.
- Monitored clinical outcomes for pediatric patients in critical condition.
Registered Nurse, PICU
HCA
Myrtle Beach, SC
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines in decision making regarding patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate quality patient care.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SC05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC05-2013
Skills
- Physical Assessments
- Medication and IV Administration
- Compassionate Care
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Safety
- Care Coordination
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
BayCare
08.2021 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
AdventHealth
08.2018 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse, PICU
HCA
01.2018 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse, PICU
HCA
08.2017 - 01.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Coastal Carolina University