Jordon Taylor
Aurora,CO
Summary
Professional nurse with strong foundation in clinical skills and patient care. Reliable team collaborator focused on delivering results and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and maintaining accurate medical records. Known for compassion, strong communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
University of Colorado Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for up to six complex patients.
Student Nurse Capstone, Emergency Department
Colorado Mesa University, BSN Program
- Gained proficiency in conducting rapid, focused, assessments.
- Demonstrated skill in triaging patients, managing critical situations, and prioritizing care in the emergency environment.
- Conducted care planning for a unique variety of patients according to their physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.
- Effectively applied ACLS/PALS protocols and interventions.
- Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
- Played an important role in the team-based environment of the Emergency Department.
Student Nurse Extern
St. Mary's Hospital
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Clinical scope encompassed CNA responsibilities with enhanced privileges such as assisting with procedures, participating in emergency care, and collaborating with patient assessments.
- Primarily worked in the emergency department where I gained hands on trauma care, assisted with critical interventions, and collaborated with the care team to serve a wide patient population.
- Attended various educational seminars teaching important areas of education such as arrhythmia, stroke recognition/care, 12-lead ECG courses, and sepsis protocol.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
Registration Specialist, Emergency Department
St. Mary's Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Greeted patients/family members and collected patient information required for the registration process.
- Enhanced patient registration accuracy by diligently reviewing and verifying information in the EMR.
- Interpreted billing data to provide accurate billing estimates to patients.
- Compassionately interacted with diverse patients/family members and multidisciplinary staff.
- Assisted in training new Registration Specialists, sharing best practices and helping them become proficient in their roles.
IRIS Solution Specialist
Colorado Mesa University
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Served as a leader by assisting with training of new employees and served as a recourse for others to go to.
- Met with students to provide guidance over academic planning, course selection, financial aid, or student accounts.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary staff to identify and address problems introduced by college students.
- De-escalated difficult and high-stress situations.
- Developed and communicated step-by-step solutions to complex problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO05-2024
Skills
- License/Certifications:
- Registered Nurse
- ACLS, PALS, BLS
- Clinical skills:
- Varied medication administration (nerve block, PCA)
- Health monitoring and assessment
- Assisting with triaging patients
- Traction application
- Prioritizing care of six patients
- Teaching/mentoring
- ECG interpretation
- EMR charting (EPIC)
Volunteering
The Gathering Place - Day Shelter for Women and Children
August 2024 - Now
Welcome Desk Personnel
First point of contact for established and new members.
Assist members with accessing services offered by the institution.
The House - Emergency Housing for Youth Populations
July 2023 - May 2024
Youth Advocate
Mentored a young population of unhoused individuals with finding jobs, managing finances, and tutoring.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
University of Colorado Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Student Nurse Extern
St. Mary's Hospital
05.2023 - 05.2024
Registration Specialist, Emergency Department
St. Mary's Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023
IRIS Solution Specialist
Colorado Mesa University
01.2020 - 01.2022
Student Nurse Capstone, Emergency Department
Colorado Mesa University, BSN Program
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Mesa University
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