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Jolee Wingard

Elkhart,IN

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience in emergency care at Elkhart General Hospital. Proven ability in trauma nursing and patient advocacy, enhancing outcomes through strong clinical judgment and crisis intervention. Recognized for fostering team collaboration and delivering high-quality patient assessments in fast-paced environments. Certified in ACLS, PALS and TNCC.

Registered Nursing professional in Emergency Medicine with extensive knowledge in acute patient care, rapid assessment, and critical interventions. Skilled in team collaboration, maintaining high standards, and adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Known for strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Elkhart General Hospital
11.2019 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
  • Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
  • Enhanced team morale and efficiency, leading by example and fostering supportive environment.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

Head Bartender

Wings Etc
06.2004 - 11.2019
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for the health and safety of customers.

Operating Room Technician

Elkhart General Hospital
08.2000 - 06.2004
  • Adhered to universal precautions, applying aseptic techniques to operating room equipment and personnel.
  • Maintained functional knowledge of operational procedures to anticipate needs of surgeons.
  • Ensured smooth operating room transitions by coordinating closely with nurses, surgeons, and anesthesiologists on a daily basis.
  • Contributed to successful surgeries by anticipating surgeon needs and promptly providing required tools and instruments.
  • Assisted in various surgical procedures, demonstrating versatility in different specialties within the operating room environment.

Education

No Degree - Nursing

Indiana University, South Bend
South Bend, IN

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
South Bend, IN
06-2008

Skills

  • Pharmaceutical Administration
  • Clinical documentation
  • Patient advocacy
  • Trauma intervention
  • Effective Team Collaboration
  • Conflict Resolution Strategies
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
  • Trauma nursing core course (TNCC)
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Emergency diagnostics
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Precision-Focused Assessment
  • Trauma Life Support Expertise

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Elkhart General Hospital
11.2019 - Current

Head Bartender

Wings Etc
06.2004 - 11.2019

Operating Room Technician

Elkhart General Hospital
08.2000 - 06.2004

No Degree - Nursing

Indiana University, South Bend

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

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