Jodi Chadwick
Council Bluffs
Summary
Lead Registered Nurse with extensive experience in clinical leadership and patient assessment. Demonstrated success in staffing management and improving patient care standards. Proven ability to foster effective team collaboration and enhance overall healthcare delivery.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
OrthoNebraska
Omaha
02.2024 - Current
- Delivered pre-operative and post-operative care in surgical orthopedic cases, facilitating swift patient recovery and rehabilitation.
- Led nursing staff to maintain top-tier patient care standards across all operations.
- Managed staffing schedules daily to guarantee optimal patient coverage and safety.
- Delivered clinical expertise and leadership, ensuring quality care in a secure environment.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly to enhance communication and collaboration among healthcare staff.
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
OrthoNebraska
Omaha
05.2010 - 02.2024
- Supported pre-operative and post-operative care for surgical orthopedic cases, enhancing patient recovery.
- Provided guidance and support to new staff members as a preceptor in the clinical setting.
- Monitored patient vitals and communicated changes to healthcare team, ensuring timely interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders for orthopedic patients, contributing to effective pain management.
Lead Registered Nurse, PICU
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha
01.2006 - 05.2010
- Developed and implemented patient care plans with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Mentored new nurses to foster a supportive learning environment and enhance team cohesion.
- Led a fourteen-bed intensive care unit, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted annual mock code competencies for nursing staff to ensure preparedness in emergency situations.
- Assisted in emergency procedures, demonstrating composure under high-stress situations.
Registered Nurse, PICU
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha
02.1998 - 01.2006
- Delivered direct patient care in fast-paced pediatric intensive care unit, ensuring safety and comfort of critically ill children.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, contributing to stabilization of critically ill children.
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment to assess and respond to patient conditions in real-time, enhancing care quality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE12-1997
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Liaison between staff
- Patient care coordination
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Staffing management
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Patient education
- Approachable and honest
References
- Joshua Urban, MD 402-639-5406, joshua.urban@orthonebraska.com
- Lisa Ward, Registered Nurse 402-650-3275, lisa.ward@mutualofomaha.com
Timeline
Lead Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
OrthoNebraska
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
OrthoNebraska
05.2010 - 02.2024
Lead Registered Nurse, PICU
University of Nebraska Medical Center
01.2006 - 05.2010
Registered Nurse, PICU
University of Nebraska Medical Center
02.1998 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
University of Nebraska Medical Center