Jourdan Kuehneman
Newport,KY
Summary
Registered Nurse with 1 year of experience providing care for high-acuity patients at CCHMC Transitional Care Center / A3S, including ventilator- and tracheostomy-dependent individuals. Skilled in airway management, rapid assessment, and tracheostomy care, with Emergency Department role transition experience and the ability to excel in fast-paced clinical settings
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to high-acuity, medically complex pediatric patients with tracheostomies and ventilator dependence
- Manage advanced airways, including tracheostomy care, suctioning, ventilator troubleshooting, and emergency airway response
- Administer medications via enteral, IV, and central venous access, ensuring safe dosing and monitoring for adverse reactions
- Respond to acute clinical deterioration, including desaturation events, respiratory distress, and changes in neurological status
- Initiate PEEP-supported ventilation via Mapleson bag mask for tracheostomy- and ventilator-dependent patients with acute respiratory compromise
- Utilize critical thinking and prioritization skills in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
- Educate families and caregivers on care plans, equipment use, and safety measures
Nurse Intern
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Participated in a structured nurse internship/orientation program on a high-acuity respiratory care unit
- Provided direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, progressively increasing independence and responsibility
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members, including RNs, respiratory therapists, and physicians
- Successfully transitioned from nurse intern to independent Registered Nurse on the same unit
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH12-2024
Bachelor of Public Health - Public Health
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY12-2020
Skills
- Airway management
- Emergency response to respiratory distress & desaturation
- CLABSI and CAUTI prevention
- Infection control & isolation precautions
- Prioritization in high-acuity environments
- Family and caregiver education
- Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
- Adaptability in fast-paced settings
Certification
- CPR/BLS
- PEMS
- RN Residency
- Registered Nurse
Leadership
- Scheduling Committee
- Care Plan Super User
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Nurse Intern
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
01.2025 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Xavier University
Bachelor of Public Health - Public Health
University of Kentucky