Patrice Jernigan
Tampa
Summary
Registered Nurse looking to fulfill my lifetime ambition in the nursing field. Certified Nursing Assistant with 7+ years work in a fast-paced environment handling confidential paperwork, administering medication, and providing quality patient care. Established record of reliability and creating positive rapport with patients, family, and staff. Patient- focused and empathetic caregiver with extensive knowledge of geriatric needs and highly compassionate.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
HCA Florida Brandon Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Med Technician
Promise Point at Tampa Oaks
11.2019 - 08.2023
- Administers medications and assists residents in the taking of medication
- Assists nurse in the ordering, receiving and storage of residents’ medication
- Always ensure accurate accounting and safekeeping of all narcotics; performs change of shift narcotic count in accordance with regulations and policies
- Responds to resident’s request for assistance in a timely manner
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Tampa, Fl04.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Pasco Medical Training
New Port Richey, Fl03.2017
Skills
- Registered Nurse
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
Certification
- Registered Nurse, 07/24/2023, Current
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 08/2017, Current
Timeline
Registered Nurse
HCA Florida Brandon Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Med Technician
Promise Point at Tampa Oaks
11.2019 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Pasco Medical Training
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
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