Mandy Jenks
Summary
Registered Nurse with 12 years of experience caring for patients and working closely with other healthcare staff. Well-rounded, teamwork oriented, individual skillful in providing emotional support to patients and families, performing various diagnostic tests and administering medication. In-depth knowledge of critical care care and nursing care techniques and methods.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
Cookeville, TN
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Provided direct care for high accuity patients in the hospital setting, including monitoring vital signs and administering medication.
- Performed hemodialysis treatments for patients with end-stage renal disease and acute kidney injury.
- Educated patients and their families about the dialysis process, diet restrictions, medications, lifestyle modifications and other relevant topics.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality care is provided throughout the course of treatment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius
Crossville, TN
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Performed hemodialysis treatments for patients with end-stage renal disease or acute kidney injury.
- Monitored access sites for patency and reported any problems to physicians promptly.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable state regulations related to the practice of nursing within a dialysis unit setting.
- Administered prescribed medications via intravenous push or continuous infusion according to established protocols.
- Evaluated outcomes of interventions by obtaining laboratory values on a regular basis for comparison with baseline values.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
Cookeville, TN
08.2015 - 12.2020
- Conducted physical assessments, monitored vital signs, and provided medical treatments to critically ill patients.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters such as cardiac output and pulmonary artery pressures using advanced monitoring equipment.
- Acted as a primary resource for critical care nursing staff members in providing education related to specific conditions or treatments.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Functioned as relief charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
- Provided life support measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation or trauma stabilization techniques during emergency situations.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Cumberland Medical Center
Crossville, TN
08.2012 - 08.2015
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN05.2012
Skills
- Medication and IV Administration
- Critical Care
- Emergency Procedures
- Care Planning
- Patient Education
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
10.2022 - 09.2023
Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius
11.2020 - 09.2021
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
08.2015 - 12.2020
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Cumberland Medical Center
08.2012 - 08.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Roane State Community College
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