Jodi Hayden
Middletown,DE
Summary
Registered nurse with 20 years of experience in emergency care, specializing in critical thinking and attention to detail. Proven ability to train team members, resulting in improved patient outcomes. Expertise in managing high-pressure situations and delivering quality care. Committed to enhancing healthcare delivery through effective teamwork and leadership.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Christiana Care Health System
Newark, DE
08.2005 - Current
- Recorded patient information in electronic health records systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained a sterile environment following infection control procedures.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
- Reviewed laboratory results for accuracy and coordinated follow-up on abnormal findings with physicians to enhance patient care.
- Trained nurses on patient care and daily tasks, fostering professional development and improving team competency.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Participated in research projects related to improving the quality of emergency room services.
Registered Nurse
Detroit Medical Center- Detroit Receiving Hospital
Detroit, Michigan
02.1999 - 02.2005
- Provided direct patient care in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient management and care outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and protocols.
- Assessed and triaged patients to ensure timely interventions based on medical needs and urgency.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, streamlined patient flow, and supported physicians during non-invasive procedures.
Registered Nurse
Henry Ford Health System
Detroit, Michigan
05.2002 - 03.2004
- Provided direct care to critically ill patients with life-threatening illnesses or injuries in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit.
- Responded quickly to cardiac arrest codes using evidence based practices such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapies, ensuring optimal patient outcomes for multiple patients.
- Cared for ventilator-dependent patients while managing tracheostomy tubes and suctioning, prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and medications; adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Provided comprehensive post-operative care and educated families, enhancing recovery experiences.
- Utilized advanced technology such as telemetry monitoring systems effectively during high risk situations.
- Recognized potential risks associated with critical illness including shock states and respiratory failure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Windsor
Ontario, Canada05-1998
Skills
- Intravenous line administration
- Patient assessment techniques
- Acute care practices
- Infection control protocols
- Laboratory result analysis
- EHR management
Certification
ACLS
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Christiana Care Health System
08.2005 - Current
Registered Nurse
Henry Ford Health System
05.2002 - 03.2004
Registered Nurse
Detroit Medical Center- Detroit Receiving Hospital
02.1999 - 02.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Windsor