Natalia Adkins
Jackson
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a diverse clinical background in renal oncology, clinical decision unit, medical-surgical, rehabilitation, and virtual nursing practice. Demonstrated expertise in high-acuity patient care, transitional care coordination, behavioral health monitoring, and suicide precautions. Frequently served in leadership roles, including Charge Nurse and founding member of a Virtual Nursing Admissions and Discharges Unit. Skilled in comprehensive clinical assessment, telehealth delivery, dialysis monitoring, cardiac and neurological evaluation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Bilingual in English and Russian with a strong commitment to patient safety, continuity of care, and evidence-based practice.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Virtual Nursing
Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
Jackson, MI
06.2025 - Current
- Selected as one of the founding Registered Nurses to assist in the launch and implementation of the hospital’s Virtual Nursing Department.
- Conduct comprehensive virtual admission assessments to establish baseline clinical status and initiate individualized care planning.
- Perform detailed medication reconciliation to ensure accuracy and patient safety.
- Review and reinforce After Visit Summary (AVS) instructions to confirm patient understanding of medications, follow-up care, and discharge recommendations.
- Utilize the teach-back method to validate comprehension and promote adherence to treatment plans.
- Coordinate comprehensive discharge planning to support safe and effective transitions of care.
- Deliver patient and family education tailored to diagnosis, treatment, and post-discharge needs.
- Provide telehealth services and virtual patient monitoring to enhance access and continuity of care.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with regulatory and compliance standards.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and reduce readmission risk.
- Contribute to workflow development and process improvement initiatives within the virtual nursing department.
- Apply strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills to assess patient needs and escalate concerns appropriately.
Registered Nurse, Admissions & Discharges
Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
Jackson, MI
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Performed comprehensive bedside admission assessments, including medication reconciliation and initial care planning.
- Coordinated and executed safe, timely patient discharges to promote effective transitions of care.
- Reviewed and reinforced After Visit Summary (AVS) instructions to ensure patient understanding of medications, follow-up appointments, and treatment plans.
- Provided individualized patient and family education to support post-discharge compliance and recovery.
- Collaborated with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to address barriers to safe discharge.
- Identified patients at risk for readmission and implemented appropriate care coordination strategies.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Advocated for patients to ensure continuity of care and safe discharge outcomes.
- Managed high patient throughput while maintaining clinical judgment, efficiency, and attention to detail.
Registered Nurse, Clinical Decision Unit
Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
Jackson, MI
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided care in a high-acuity, fast-paced Clinical Decision Unit, managing observation and short-stay patients.
- Frequently served as Charge Registered Nurse, coordinating unit operations, staffing assignments, and patient flow.
- Monitored and assessed stroke rule-out patients, performing and documenting NIH Stroke Scale evaluations and neurological assessments.
- Managed cardiac observation patients presenting with chest pain, including telemetry monitoring and timely escalation of clinical changes.
- Cared for urology patients requiring Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI) and management of renal colic/kidney stones.
- Prioritized care for multiple complex patients while maintaining efficiency and clinical accuracy.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to support rapid diagnostics and treatment decisions.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in identifying patient deterioration and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Ensured accurate EMR documentation in compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.
Registered Nurse Traveler
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital/Sparrow Hospital
East Lansing, MI
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Provided nursing care as a Travel RN during the COVID-19 pandemic in an inpatient rehabilitation setting (Mary Free Bed Rehab).
- Managed patients recovering from stroke, orthopedic procedures, neurological conditions, and complex medical illnesses.
- Frequently floated to Medical-Surgical and Telemetry units based on staffing needs.
- Cared for high volumes of COVID-19 positive patients requiring isolation precautions, oxygen therapy, and close respiratory monitoring.
- Monitored telemetry rhythms and assessed for cardiac changes in acute and post-acute patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in rapidly changing clinical environments.
- Maintained compliance with evolving infection control protocols and PPE guidelines during the pandemic.
- Delivered safe, patient-centered care in high-stress and high-acuity situations.
Registered Nurse, Admissions & Discharges
Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
Jackson, MI
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Performed comprehensive bedside admission assessments, including medication reconciliation and initial care planning.
- Coordinated and executed safe, timely patient discharges to promote effective transitions of care.
- Reviewed and reinforced After Visit Summary (AVS) instructions to ensure patient understanding of medications, follow-up appointments, and treatment plans.
- Provided individualized patient and family education to support post-discharge compliance and recovery.
- Collaborated with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to address barriers to safe discharge.
- Identified patients at risk for readmission and implemented appropriate care coordination strategies.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Advocated for patients to ensure continuity of care and safe discharge outcomes.
- Managed high patient throughput while maintaining clinical judgment, efficiency, and attention to detail.
Registered Nurse, Renal & Oncology
Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
Jackson, MI
09.2016 - 01.2021
- Provided comprehensive nursing care in a high-acuity Renal Oncology Medical-Surgical unit.
- Managed complex medical-surgical patients, including individuals with acute and chronic renal disease requiring hemodialysis (HD) and peritoneal dialysis (PD).
- Administered and monitored peritoneal dialysis treatments; performed pre- and post-dialysis assessments for both PD and HD patients.
- Cared for oncology patients receiving inpatient chemotherapy, monitoring for adverse reactions and treatment-related complications.
- Assessed and managed immunocompromised patients with heightened infection risk.
- Provided care for psychiatric patients awaiting medical clearance for inpatient behavioral health admission.
- Implemented suicide precautions and continuous safety monitoring for high-risk patients.
- Collaborated with nephrology, oncology, psychiatry, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate complex care plans.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in identifying patient deterioration and initiating appropriate interventions.
Medical Assistant
Center For Family Health
Jackson, MI
01.2007 - 09.2016
- Provided clinical support in a high-volume Internal and Family Medicine practice serving diverse patient populations.
- Performed patient intake, vital signs assessment, and pre-visit preparation for provider examinations.
- Conducted point-of-care testing including Hemoglobin A1C, hemoglobin, and glucose monitoring for diabetic patients.
- Administered influenza and routine adult immunizations in accordance with clinical guidelines.
- Completed depression screenings and assisted in identifying behavioral health concerns.
- Communicated laboratory and diagnostic test results to patients under provider direction.
- Facilitated medication prior authorizations to ensure timely insurance approval and continuity of care.
- Floated to Pediatric Unit to assess immunization status and administer pediatric vaccines.
- Floated to on-site pharmacy, gaining exposure to medication dispensing workflows, prescription processing, and insurance coordination.
- Provided support in school-based health clinics, delivering preventive care services and immunizations to pediatric populations.
- Maintained accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Supported chronic disease management and preventive care initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI03-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
ITT Technical Institute
Canton, MI06-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Krasnodar Region School of Nursing
06-2001
Skills
Comprehensive Admission & Discharge Assessments
Transitional Care & Readmission Prevention
Telehealth & Virtual Patient Monitoring
Medication Reconciliation & Safety Management
Neurological Assessment & NIH Stroke Scale
Telemetry & Cardiac Monitoring
Renal & Dialysis Care (Hemodialysis & Peritoneal Dialysis)
Oncology & Chemotherapy Monitoring
Behavioral Health Assessment & Support
Suicide Precautions & Patient Safety Monitoring
Patient & Family Education
Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
EMR Documentation & Regulatory Compliance
Charge Nurse Leadership & Patient Flow Coordination
Bilingual Communication (English & Russian)
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) 05/2027
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) 04/2027
NIH Stroke Scale Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Virtual Nursing
Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Admissions & Discharges
Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
09.2024 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse, Clinical Decision Unit
Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
06.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse Traveler
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital/Sparrow Hospital
12.2021 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse, Admissions & Discharges
Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
01.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse, Renal & Oncology
Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
09.2016 - 01.2021
Medical Assistant
Center For Family Health
01.2007 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Michigan University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
ITT Technical Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Krasnodar Region School of Nursing
Licenses
Registered Nurse - State of Michigan 08/01/2027