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Jonathan Klassen

Seminole

Summary

Experienced Emergency Department RN with a proven track record in high-acuity environments, including a Level II Trauma Center and Level I Stroke Center. Holds current TNCC and CEN certifications, demonstrating advanced clinical expertise in trauma and emergency nursing. Skilled in delivering efficient, compassionate care in both urban and rural settings, with adaptability in resource-limited environments. A background in nursing education as an adjunct clinical instructor adds strength in mentorship and evidence-based practice. Committed to patient-centered care, clinical excellence, and continuous professional growth.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Covenant Medical Center
06.2024 - 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.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Utilized effective triage skills to prioritize the needs of critical patients during peak caseloads.
  • Ensured accuracy in medical documentation, capturing essential details of patient assessments and care plans.
  • Currently serve the role of a Stroke Champion in a committee with other units and the Stroke Team to provide training and find areas of quality improvement

Registered Nurse

Medical Arts Hospital
12.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Odessa College
10.2023 - Current
  • Evaluated student performance through ongoing assessment, providing constructive feedback and promoting academic growth.
  • Facilitated skill development through hands-on clinical training, reinforcing theoretical knowledge with practical application.
  • Managed classroom dynamics effectively, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to learning while maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • Supervised students during clinical rotations, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures while promoting patient safety and quality care delivery.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Medical Arts Hospital
08.2020 - 12.2023
  • Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting all data in electronic records.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
  • Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
  • Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
  • Provided emergency care to patients.

Clinic LVN- PRN

Permian Regional Medical Center
04.2021 - 11.2021
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.

Emergency Room Technician

Medical Arts Hospital
05.2019 - 08.2020
  • Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
  • Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
  • Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
  • Decontaminated and sanitized all equipment, instruments and supplies.
  • Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
  • Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.
  • Assisted doctors with examinations of patients by taking vital signs, including blood pressure, height, weight and drawing blood.
  • Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Arts Hospital
04.2018 - 05.2019
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Odessa College
Odessa, TX
12.2023

Licensed Vocational Nurse Certificate - Nursing

Odessa College
Odessa, TX
08.2020

GED -

Seminole Adult Learning Center
Seminole, TX
12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
08-2025

Skills

  • Patient Observation
  • Patient Charting
  • Intravenous Medications
  • Medication Administration
  • Care Planning and Modifications
  • Conditions Reporting
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Critical Thinking
  • Data Analysis
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Trauma care experience
  • Emergency patient triage

Certification

  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course Certification
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Languages

Low German

References

Xandi Perez 806-201-1404

Crystal Scitern 806-200-4235

Whitney Hice 432-847-9058

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Covenant Medical Center
06.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

Medical Arts Hospital
12.2023 - Current

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Odessa College
10.2023 - Current

Clinic LVN- PRN

Permian Regional Medical Center
04.2021 - 11.2021

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Medical Arts Hospital
08.2020 - 12.2023

Emergency Room Technician

Medical Arts Hospital
05.2019 - 08.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Arts Hospital
04.2018 - 05.2019

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Odessa College

Licensed Vocational Nurse Certificate - Nursing

Odessa College

GED -

Seminole Adult Learning Center

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

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