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Rachel Jines

Pensacola

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Munson Medical Center, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and strong clinical judgment. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for diverse patient populations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Munson Medical Center
03.2024 - 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.
  • 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.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.

Registered Nurse

My Michigan Health
01.2020 - 05.2024
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Obstetrics Registered Nurse

Covenant HealthCare
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
  • Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
  • Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
  • Enhanced the birthing experience for patients with various labor support techniques such as breathing exercises, position changes, and comfort measures.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care to expectant mothers and their newborns.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients by establishing trusting relationships that facilitated open communication about sensitive topics related to pregnancy and childbirth.
  • Evaluated neonates'' overall well-being immediately after birth using Apgar scoring systems while initiating prompt interventions when necessary.
  • Maintained a safe and sanitary environment for patients, adhering to strict infection control protocols.

Registered Nurse

My Michigan Health
12.2016 - 01.2018
  • Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
  • Managed caseload of 5-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
  • Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
  • Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
  • Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.

Education

Nursing

Delta College
Bay City, MI
12-2016

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient monitoring
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Family education
  • Patient care planning
  • Physical assessments
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Licensed RN
  • Medication distribution
  • Patient discharge
  • Precepting
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Team coordination
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Relationship building
  • Maintaining privacy

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Munson Medical Center
03.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

My Michigan Health
01.2020 - 05.2024

Obstetrics Registered Nurse

Covenant HealthCare
01.2018 - 01.2020

Registered Nurse

My Michigan Health
12.2016 - 01.2018

Nursing

Delta College

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