Jolianna Meyers, RN-BSN
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a two-year supervised history in direct patient care, outpatient nursing care, and care coordination in fast-paced environments. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Recovery and Observation Senior Capstone
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency procedures.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings.
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, reactions and progress in alignment with physician orders.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
In-Home Caregiver
Bonnie Falcone
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Assisted the patient with tracheostomy care, ventilator usage, medication administration, nebulizer treatment, and suprapubic catheter care daily.
- Interacted kindly with the patient and family and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of the client to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Trained new caregivers in agency policies and proper methods to meet clients' needs.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Pediatric Unit Nursing Student
Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
- Maintained personal growth and development through ongoing process of formal and informal education.
L&D, NICU, and Post-Partum Nursing Student
Mount Sinai Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Took records of birthdates and times, baby weights, lengths, head circumferences and APGAR scores.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Completed comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs to identify outcomes, establish care plans, monitor progress, and modify care plan.
- Administered medications and fluids and checked vital signs on critically ill newborns.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
Interventional Radiology Nursing Student
Elmhurst Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Managed pre-op and post-operative patient care by stocking medical supplies and preparing operating rooms.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Medical-Surgical Nursing Student
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dominican University
River Forest, IL05.2023
Skills
- Patient Admission
- Emergency Situations
- Accurate Documentation
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Administer Medication
- Bleeding Control
- Perioperative Nursing
- Patient Condition Reporting
- Postoperative Care
- Patient Assessments
- Nursing Team Communication
- Clear Patient Communication
- EMR Systems
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse (Nevada) - July 12, 2023
- Basic Life Support (AHA): Expires July 19, 2025
- CPI 'Prevention First' Training: Completed January 30, 2022
- Citi Program Training for 'Nursing Research': Completed September 11, 2022
- Will obtain any further certifications in a timely manner as requested by the employer.
Timeline
Cardiac Recovery and Observation Senior Capstone
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023
Pediatric Unit Nursing Student
Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
10.2022 - 12.2022
L&D, NICU, and Post-Partum Nursing Student
Mount Sinai Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2022
Interventional Radiology Nursing Student
Elmhurst Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2022
In-Home Caregiver
Bonnie Falcone
05.2022 - 04.2023
Medical-Surgical Nursing Student
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
08.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dominican University