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Jolie Nicholson

Toccoa,GA

Summary

Dependable, dedicated student nurse seeking placement in the RN Residency Program in the Operating Room or Emergency Department track at Northeast Georgia Medical Center to continue building my critical thinking and skillset instilled by my program's rigorous curriculum. Strong desire to build on my ongoing education and skills to provide patient centered care to emergency or operative patients and their families.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Department Technician

Stephens County Hospital
08.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
  • Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
  • Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
  • Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
  • Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
  • Perform EKGs and blood draws.

Personal Surgical Assistant, Cosmetic Surgery

Meadows Surgical Arts
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
  • Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
  • Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
  • Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.
  • Prepped operating rooms and booked necessary equipment and supplies.

Personal Surgical Assistant, General Surgery

Dr. Stephen Pinkerton MD
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
  • Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
  • Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
  • Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.

Wound Care Center Assistant

Dr. Stephen Pinkerton MD
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing vital signs and answering calls.
  • Undressed wounds and prepared the room for the physician.
  • Gathered supplies needed by the physician during debridement process.
  • Assisted nursing staff in redressing wounds and wound-vac application.

Central Sterile Assistant

Stephens County Hospital
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
  • Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
  • Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
  • Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
  • Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Recorded biologicals and test results.

Patient Care Tech, Medical Surgical

Stephens County Hospital
03.2019 - 03.2020
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

North Georgia Technical College
Clarkesville, GA
05.2024

High School Diploma -

Stephens County High School
Toccoa, GA
05.2020

Skills

  • Basic Patient Care
  • Specimen Delivery
  • Stretcher and Backboard Use
  • Emergency Room Care
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Collecting Medical Samples
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Aseptic Techniques
  • Basic Life Support Certified
  • Taking and Tracking Vital Signs

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • AHA Basic Life Support Certified, 2022

Timeline

Emergency Department Technician

Stephens County Hospital
08.2022 - Current

Personal Surgical Assistant, Cosmetic Surgery

Meadows Surgical Arts
07.2021 - 08.2022

Personal Surgical Assistant, General Surgery

Dr. Stephen Pinkerton MD
07.2019 - 07.2021

Wound Care Center Assistant

Dr. Stephen Pinkerton MD
07.2019 - 07.2021

Central Sterile Assistant

Stephens County Hospital
07.2019 - 07.2021

Patient Care Tech, Medical Surgical

Stephens County Hospital
03.2019 - 03.2020

Associate of Science - Nursing

North Georgia Technical College

High School Diploma -

Stephens County High School

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