Jordan McKinney
Parker,CO
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse skilled in medication administration, patient assessment, and compassionate care. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through individualized care plans and effective collaboration with healthcare teams.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Denver Health and Hospital Authority
Denver, CO
06.2024 - Current
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Monitor patient vitals and report changes in conditions to healthcare team.
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans and self-care strategies.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Document patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Assist in performing diagnostic tests and interpreting results for patient care.
- Facilitate discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs during labor for safe delivery outcomes.
- Assisted in the development of birth plans, providing education on labor processes to patients and families.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to facilitate smooth transitions during labor and post-delivery care.
- Implemented comfort measures for laboring patients, enhancing overall patient experience during delivery process.
- Provided emotional support to families, addressing concerns and fostering a reassuring environment during delivery.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing maternal and neonatal care practices within unit.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases, leading to more effective treatment plans.
- Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in labor and delivery procedures.
- Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the labor and delivery process.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
- Maintained a safe and sterile environment, ensuring optimal conditions for successful deliveries.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, fostering a supportive atmosphere for patients and families.
- Administered medications accurately and safely under physician guidance during labor induction or augmentation processes.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
- Educated expectant mothers on available pain management options during the birthing process while respecting individual preferences.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Assisted in the education of families regarding neonatal care and discharge planning processes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans for newborns.
- Supported breastfeeding initiatives by guiding mothers through lactation techniques and challenges.
- Promoted family-centered care by providing education, support, and resources to parents of NICU patients.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring a patient-centered approach to care delivery within the NICU setting.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assessing newborns'' overall condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized plans of care for premature and critically ill neonates.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the NICU setting.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care while ensuring all NICU standards were met or exceeded.
- Improved patient outcomes by swiftly recognizing and responding to emergent situations and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities including conferences workshops certifications relevant to neonatal intensive care nursing expertise.
- Optimized medication administration safety through careful double-checking of dosages and adherence to proper storage guidelines.
- Ensured continuity of care during shift handovers by effectively communicating pertinent information regarding patients'' status and needs with incoming staff members.
- Conducted detailed assessments of neonatal patients to identify care needs and monitor progress.
- Enhanced emotional support to parents and families, providing guidance and information throughout their NICU journey.
- Increased family satisfaction scores by delivering compassionate care and effective communication during critical periods.
- Delivered patient-centered care across diverse units, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
Nurse Apprentice
Denver Health and Hospital Authority
Denver, CO
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided direct patient care, supporting nursing staff with daily tasks and ensuring comfort.
- Assisted in monitoring vital signs and documenting patient progress in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Prioritized time management effectively while balancing multiple patient caseloads without compromising quality of care.
- Contributed positively to the overall workplace culture by supporting coworkers during high-stress situations.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Christian University
Denver, CO05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Colorado
Denver, CO12-2017
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- IV setup
- Telemetry monitoring
- Performing ekgs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
Certification
- NRP certification
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Denver Health and Hospital Authority
06.2024 - Current
Nurse Apprentice
Denver Health and Hospital Authority
11.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Christian University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Colorado