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Jamie Simpson

Hawesville

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) bringing 10 years of experience treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Diabetes Care and Education Specialist

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
01.2021 - Current
  • Implemented data-driven improvements to existing education programs based on relevant research findings and established guidelines.
  • Maintained professional certification through continuous learning opportunities and participation in industry conferences.
  • Educated patients and families on diabetes-related care.
  • Developed educational materials that catered to various learning styles and literacy levels.
  • Worked closely with multidisciplinary teams to create holistic approaches for effective diabetes care management.
  • Served as a resource for the latest evidence-based practices in diabetes care, ensuring accurate information dissemination.
  • Trained other healthcare professionals on best practices in diabetes care, elevating the overall quality of services provided within the organization.
  • Reinforced education and health information with patients and answered medical questions or referred to physician.
  • Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by providing ongoing support and resources.
  • Promoted a supportive environment where patients felt comfortable discussing personal challenges related to diabetes self-management.

Registered Nurse

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
09.2010 - Current
  • Provided patient and family education in regard to diabetes disesase process, medication, equipment, and neccesary skills to control blood glucose and avoid long term complications.
  • Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability
  • Oversaw work of nursing students to educate on proper procedures and how to prioritize care tasks
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses including but not limited to: Congested Heart Failure, Diabetes Mellitus, Chronic Obructive Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, Sepsis, and Pneumonia from treatment initiation through to completion
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs
  • Oversaw and managed 10 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism
  • Cared for patients on a 24 -bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission, and appropriate department admission
  • Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 24-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 6 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, certified nursing assistants, safety assistants and guest relations specialists
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.

Clinical Instructor

University Of Louisville
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Instructed and coached students to help overcome academic issues and personal challenges.
  • Provide clinical instruction to 10 students in a virtual clinical setting on Mental Health weekly.
  • Provided educational lectures and facilitated discussions on weekly basis.
  • Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
  • Delivered information and valuable instruction to students during clinical rotations.

Nursing Assistant/Medication Aid/Licensed Practical Nurse

Carmel Home
09.2006 - 09.2010
  • Effectively supervised Licensed practical nurses, medication aids and nursing assistants
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

Henderson Community College
Henderson, KY
2009

Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nursing

Henderson Community College
Henderson, KY
2008

High School Diploma -

Trinity High School
Whitesville, KY
2004

Skills

  • Problem resolution capability
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient/family focused
  • Patient evaluation/intervention
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Emotional intelligence

Certification

  • BLS certification
  • Registered Nurse in Kentucky License # 1124026
  • NICHE certified

Timeline

Diabetes Care and Education Specialist

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
01.2021 - Current

Clinical Instructor

University Of Louisville
01.2020 - 12.2020

Registered Nurse

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
09.2010 - Current

Nursing Assistant/Medication Aid/Licensed Practical Nurse

Carmel Home
09.2006 - 09.2010

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Indiana Wesleyan University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Henderson Community College

Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nursing

Henderson Community College

High School Diploma -

Trinity High School

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