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Jonathan McKnight

West Lafayette,OH

Summary

Dynamic Travel Registered Nurse known for delivering high-quality care in critical environments. Recognized for mentoring new staff and implementing evidence-based practices that improve patient satisfaction and treatment adherence.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Travel Registered Nurse, PCU

The Ohio State James Cancer Hospital Solove Research Institute
Columbus, OH
04.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Monitored chemotherapy and other treatments, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to protocols.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, responding promptly to changes in health status.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Travel Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
08.2022 - Current

Travel company currently working for.

Travel Register Nurse PCU

Ohio State James Cancer Hospital
Columbus, OH
03.2024 - 03.2025
  • Monitored vital signs and patient conditions, promptly reporting changes to healthcare team members.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for oncology patients.
  • Mentored new nursing staff on best practices in oncology care, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Monitored patients while receiving chemotherapy and after symptom control.
  • Charge RN duties, Epic computer system.

Travel Registered Nurse Step Down

Oschner Medical Center
New Orleans, LA
02.2023 - 02.2024
  • Administered medications and treatments per established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
  • Mentored new nursing staff on clinical best practices, enhancing team performance and patient care quality.
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
  • Provided critical care to patients in emergency situations, stabilizing conditions and facilitating swift recovery.
  • Charge RN duties, Epic computer system.

Travel Registered Nurse

Southeast Health Medical Center
Dothan, AL
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vitals in diverse clinical settings.
  • Charge RN nights Patient ratio 6-7:1
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and safety.
  • Adapted quickly to varying healthcare environments, maintaining high standards of patient care.
  • Assisted in optimizing workflow processes to enhance operational efficiency in travel nursing assignments.
  • Provided mentorship to new nurses, fostering a supportive learning environment within teams.
  • Epic computer system.

Medical ICU Registered Nurse

Coshocton Regional Medical Center
Coshocton, OH
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Administered critical care interventions to stabilize patients with life-threatening conditions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and performed assessments to ensure timely interventions and optimal outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, enhancing understanding and compliance.

Travel Registered Nurse, ICU

Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus
Columbus, OH
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse patient populations and complex cases, showcasing versatility as a Travel Registered Nurse in the ICU setting.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in rapidly changing situations, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient care in ICU by closely monitoring vital signs and administering appropriate treatments.
  • Managed critical patient monitoring equipment, ensuring accurate tracking of vital signs.
  • Charge RN when needed.

Travel Registered Nurse, ICU

Gifted Healthcare
Metairie, LA
04.2020 - 07.2022

Travel agency i worked for during this time frame.

Travel Registered Nurse, ICU

Regency Healthcare
Warrensville Heights, OH
04.2021 - 07.2021
  • Led nursing initiatives that enhanced workflow efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
  • Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices, resulting in enhanced quality of care delivery.
  • Streamlined communication processes among healthcare staff, promoting collaboration and timely interventions.
  • Managed ventilator patients, also was on the rapid response team at facility.
  • managed LVAD patients and transplant patients that came from cleveland clinc.

Travel Registered Nurse, ICU

Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus
Columbus, OH
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Managed critical care protocols for diverse patient populations in high-pressure ICU settings.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient-centered care.
  • Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment plans and post-discharge care instructions.
  • Utilized advanced skills such as ventilator management and central line placement to provide specialized care for ICU patients.
  • Managed 2-3 patients on ventilator, also administered critical care medications such as: Propofol, Levophed, Neosynephrine, Precedex, Versed, Rocuronioum, etc.
  • Covid ICU.

Travel Registered Nurse

Medical Solutions
Omaha, NE
07.2019 - 04.2020

Travel Agency I worked for during this time.

Travel Registered Nurse, Neuro-step Down

Pikeville Medical Center
Pikeville, KY
07.2019 - 04.2020
  • Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and respond promptly to changes in condition.
  • Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Improved patient recovery by providing skilled post-operative care and closely monitoring progress.
  • Provided comprehensive care for patients in high-stress environments, leading to notable increases in patient satisfaction and recovery rates.
  • Took care of fresh ischemic strokes that were out of the TPA window. Also cared for multiple types of neurological conditions.

Registered Nurse

Coshocton Regional Medical Center
Coshocton, OH
06.2018 - 07.2019
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
  • Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Crossed trained ICU.

Phlebotomist

Coshocton Regional Medical Center
Coshocton, OH
07.2017 - 06.2018
  • Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques while ensuring patient comfort.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis, maintaining compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records to ensure efficient data management.
  • Assisted in training new staff on phlebotomy procedures and best practices to enhance team performance.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Kent State University
New Philadelphia, OH
05.2018

Skills

  • Direct patient care
  • Discharge planning
  • Nursing documentation
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Chronic disease management
  • Emergency care
  • Intensive care unit
  • Hospice care
  • Oncology nursing
  • Critical thinking
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Tracheostomy care
  • BLS, NIH Stroke Scale

Timeline

Travel Registered Nurse, PCU

The Ohio State James Cancer Hospital Solove Research Institute
04.2025 - Current

Travel Register Nurse PCU

Ohio State James Cancer Hospital
03.2024 - 03.2025

Travel Registered Nurse Step Down

Oschner Medical Center
02.2023 - 02.2024

Travel Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
08.2022 - Current

Travel Registered Nurse

Southeast Health Medical Center
08.2022 - 02.2023

Medical ICU Registered Nurse

Coshocton Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - 07.2022

Travel Registered Nurse, ICU

Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus
07.2021 - 07.2022

Travel Registered Nurse, ICU

Regency Healthcare
04.2021 - 07.2021

Travel Registered Nurse, ICU

Gifted Healthcare
04.2020 - 07.2022

Travel Registered Nurse, ICU

Select Specialty Hospital - Columbus
04.2020 - 04.2021

Travel Registered Nurse

Medical Solutions
07.2019 - 04.2020

Travel Registered Nurse, Neuro-step Down

Pikeville Medical Center
07.2019 - 04.2020

Registered Nurse

Coshocton Regional Medical Center
06.2018 - 07.2019

Phlebotomist

Coshocton Regional Medical Center
07.2017 - 06.2018

Associate of Science - Nursing

Kent State University
Jonathan McKnight