Tracy Jacobs, RN
Hartsville
Summary
Experienced with emergency department operations, patient care, and team management. Utilizes advanced clinical skills to provide immediate and effective treatment in high-stress situations. Track record of fostering supportive team environment and prioritizing patient safety.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cross Country Healthcare-Rutland Regional Medical Center
05.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols ensuring patient safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and responding promptly to emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Medical University Of South Carolina Musc
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
AHS NurseSTAT Staffing Agency
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided compassionate and high-quality patient care to patients within the emergency department
- Proficient in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care according to individualized care plans and facility protocols
- Managed and prioritized multiple patient assignments efficiently, ensuring patient safety and satisfaction
- Adapted quickly to different hospital settings and patient populations, demonstrating flexibility, teamwork, and strong communication skills
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
WakeMed Hospital
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Demonstrated proficiency in rapid assessment, triage, and treatment of acutely ill or injured patients
- Utilized advanced clinical skills to administer medication, perform procedures, and communicate effectively with patients and families
- Adapted quickly to new environments and effectively managed a heavy workload while maintaining a high standard of patient care
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to assess, plan, and implement patient care plans in accordance with established protocols
- Functioned in charge nurse role, providing leadership within the department and directing patient flow
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cross Country Nurses
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Provided high-quality and compassionate patient care in the emergency department
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to new environments, protocols, and healthcare teams
- Utilized critical thinking and problem-solving skills to efficiently manage complex medical cases and emergencies
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations
Registered Nurse, Patient Care Supervisor, Emergency Department
Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center
12.2016 - 02.2022
- Provided leadership/mentorship to fellow employees within the emergency department during scheduled shifts
- Directed patient flow through emergency department visits
- Provided direct patient care and assessments in a fast-paced emergency department setting
- Assisted with emergency procedures such as intubation, central line placement, and cardiac monitoring
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
Registered Nurse, Oncology/Hematology
McLeod Regional Medical Center
12.2015 - 12.2016
- Provided care to oncology and hematology patients through the many stages of disease process
- Developed and followed care plans for assigned patients
- Administered medications, including chemotherapy and immunological agents
Registered Nurse
Morrell Nursing Center
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Responsible for providing direct patient care, assessing conditions, and administering medications
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to create and implement individualized care plans
- Maintained accurate and detailed medical records and documentation for all patient interactions
Registered Nurse, Clinical Director
Beacon Hospice
01.2013 - 07.2015
- Oversaw the day-to-day operations of hospice office to include clinical and management services
- Planned staffing schedules and supervised all hospice staff
- Provided patient care and education for hospice patients
- Communicated changes and needs with physicians
- Performed audits of documentation on hospice patients to ensure compliance with company and Medicare standards
- Completed bi-weekly and monthly reports related to patient care (infection and incident)
Registered Nurse, Case Manager, Community Relations Coordinator, Clinical Director
Harmony Care Hospice
10.2010 - 01.2013
- Managed a caseload of up to 30 patients, providing weekly assessments and management of home medications
- Supervised LPN and HHA involved in care of hospice patients
- Recertified and/or discharged patients based on hospice eligibility requirements
- Educated caregivers on disease process and stages of death and dying
- Performed marketing duties and education to physician's offices, nursing facilities, and hospitals
- Functioned as clinical director for last 3 months of employment, managing staff and office
Registered Nurse
Byerly Hospital/Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center
06.1996 - 05.2010
- 2001 - 2010 Registered Nurse Outpatient Surgery Department: Performed pre-admission assessments, provided pre-op/post-op care, and discharge of surgical patients
- Assisted in the orientation of new staff members
- Cross-trained with Post Anesthesia Care Unit and provided nursing care to immediate post-operative patients
- Assisted patients and family members in the education of health care needs
- 1996 - 2001 Registered Nurse Emergency Department: Triaged patients with speed and accuracy to expedite care in an appropriate manner
- Assessed patient status and notify physicians of clinical changes
- Administered acute medical care to patients of all levels of illness (minor injuries to critically ill)
- Educated patients/families on health care needs, conditions, options etc
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC05.1996
Skills
- Reliability
- Responsibility
- Calmness
- Professionalism
- Rapid learning
- Critical thinking
- Documentation
- Rapport building
- Interpersonal skills
- Cultural competence
- EMR experience
- EPIC
- MediTech
- Sorian
- Cerner
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 02/28/27
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association, 02/28/27
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS), American Heart Association, 02/28/27
- Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC), Emergency Nurse Association, 02/28/26
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cross Country Healthcare-Rutland Regional Medical Center
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Medical University Of South Carolina Musc
09.2024 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
AHS NurseSTAT Staffing Agency
04.2024 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
WakeMed Hospital
06.2022 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cross Country Nurses
03.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse, Patient Care Supervisor, Emergency Department
Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center
12.2016 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse, Oncology/Hematology
McLeod Regional Medical Center
12.2015 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse
Morrell Nursing Center
08.2015 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse, Clinical Director
Beacon Hospice
01.2013 - 07.2015
Registered Nurse, Case Manager, Community Relations Coordinator, Clinical Director
Harmony Care Hospice
10.2010 - 01.2013
Registered Nurse
Byerly Hospital/Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center
06.1996 - 05.2010
Associates Degree - Nursing
Florence-Darlington Technical College