Kristi Jensen
Dexter,MI
Summary
Seasoned pediatric nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Organized and dependable candidate, with a positive attitude. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Oncology
Michigan Medicine University Of Michigan Hospital
08.2003 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, NGT, GT, JT, IV routes. Also administered subcutaneous and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Nourished and hydrated patients through NGT, GT, and JT via gravity and kangaroo pumps.
- Administered blood products and chemo therapy agents, including vesicants, via central lines, PIVs and SQ injections.
- Administered bone marrow transplants (including stem cells, T-cells, and cord blood) and monitored pt before and after transplant.
- Maintained wounds and dressing changes, including maintaining sterile environment with central lines.
- Cared for patients with hematological needs, including administration of partial blood exchanges.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met and treatment goals.
- Monitored and checked cancer treatment protocols for each individual patient.
- Oversaw floor as charge nurse, managing team of floor nurses, and delegating assignments for oncoming shifts since 2005.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, and educated families on follow up care including medications and care for home.
Home Care Registered Nurse
Sandra Fortier (Private)
03.2023 - Current
- Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs.
- Straight catheterized using clean technique.
- Changed and maintained wound care dressings.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated and supervised patients and family members regarding prevention strategies, self-care techniques and nursing care needs.
- Oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene and ambulation.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication and conflict resolution by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Offered emotional and mental support to both parties involved.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI05.2003
Skills
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Adult and Pediatric Ng, G, and J Tubes
- Pediatric Nursing: Hematology, oncology, bone marrow transplants
- Central line care and IV administration: PICCs, Ports, and Broviacs
- Pain Management Techniques
- Floor Assignments
- Patient Assessments
- Clinical Documentation and Reporting
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Blood Product Transfusions and Chemo administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
Additional Information
Chemo-biotherapy certified
APHON certified
Charge Nurse
Charge Nurse Committee
Patient Education Committee
Diabetes Champion
Timeline
Home Care Registered Nurse
Sandra Fortier (Private)
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Oncology
Michigan Medicine University Of Michigan Hospital
08.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
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