Monike Jenkins
Daytona Beach,FL
Summary
Compassionate charge nurse specializing in Critical Care Units, known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Possess specialized skills in patient assessment, emergency response, and critical care equipment monitoring. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring optimal patient care and support to colleagues in high-stress environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Leader, Critical Care Unit
Advent Health Deland
DeLand, FL
04.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Conducted daily rounds on assigned units ensuring all orders were completed timely, accurately documented, and in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Assisted in the development of patient care plans and collaborated with other health team members to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding changes in orders or test results that may impact patient care plans.
- Provided direct patient care, administered medications and treatments, monitored vital signs, and performed nursing assessments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Provided emotional support for families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
RN, Critical Care
Advent Health Winter Park
Winter Park, FL
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Implemented treatment plans, monitored vitals and administered medications for patients in PCU
- Formulated knowledgeable diagnoses based on direct patient assessments, laboratory results and evaluations of medical histories.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, implemented care plans and reassessed conditions continuously.
- Alerted physician of diagnostic study results and changes in patient condition.
- Instructed patients and caregivers or friends on proper care of injuries after treatment, educating on proper medication use, dressing changes and signs of complications.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Registered Nurse
AB Staffing-Deaconess Medical center
Spokane , WA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Registered Nurse
Favorite Staffing-St.Charles Medical Center
Bend, OR
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
Registered Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, FL
05.2016 - 07.2021
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Maintained accurate records of nursing assessments, interventions, evaluations and progress notes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of rehabilitation techniques such as exercise programs, therapeutic modalities and adaptive equipment use.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, treatments and self-management strategies.
- Evaluated patient's response to rehabilitative treatments while providing encouragement throughout recovery process.
LPN
The Gardens
Daytona Beach, FL
02.2015 - 11.2015
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Worked with healthcare team, including social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists, to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Winter Park, FL10.2018
Diploma-Practical Nurse - Nursing
Cambridge Institute of Allied Health And Technology
Altamonte Springs, FL10.2014
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Follow-up calls
- Seizure management
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Care
- IV drug therapy management
- Patient discharging
Certification
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- ACLS-American Heart Association
- NIHSS- Apex Innovations
Timeline
Nurse Leader, Critical Care Unit
Advent Health Deland
04.2023 - Current
RN, Critical Care
Advent Health Winter Park
09.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
AB Staffing-Deaconess Medical center
01.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Favorite Staffing-St.Charles Medical Center
08.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
Orlando Regional Medical Center
05.2016 - 07.2021
LPN
The Gardens
02.2015 - 11.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Diploma-Practical Nurse - Nursing
Cambridge Institute of Allied Health And Technology
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