Jessica Armstrong
Brandenburg
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
UofL Health
06.2024 - 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Patient Care Associate
UofL Health
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by actively participating in team meetings and offering constructive feedback for continuous improvement efforts.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering trust and strong relationships throughout the care process.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information following HIPAA guidelines while discussing cases with healthcare professionals or family members involved in the treatment plan.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by communicating pertinent patient information during detailed handoff reports.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Mental Health Associate
Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health
02.2019 - 10.2021
- Evaluated program effectiveness using outcome measures and feedback from patients, modifying services as necessary to optimize results.
- Provided necessary resources for families and caregivers, fostering a supportive environment for patients'' continued progress.
- Maintained a safe environment for all residents by implementing risk management protocols when needed.
- Conducted group therapy sessions to facilitate open communication, peer support, and personal growth among patients.
- Supported clients through crisis situations, utilizing de-escalation techniques and appropriate interventions to ensure safety.
- Assessed patient needs upon admission, gathering data from various sources to inform appropriate intervention strategies.
- Contributed to a positive therapeutic environment through consistent engagement in professional development opportunities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brandenburg Nursing and Rehab
10.2016 - 02.2019
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Correct Care Solutions
10.2012 - 10.2016
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jefferson Community And Technical College
Louisville, KY05-2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sellersburg Technical And Vocational Training
Sellersburg, IN12-2008
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Critical care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UofL Health
06.2024 - Current
Patient Care Associate
UofL Health
10.2021 - 06.2024
Mental Health Associate
Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health
02.2019 - 10.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brandenburg Nursing and Rehab
10.2016 - 02.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Correct Care Solutions
10.2012 - 10.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jefferson Community And Technical College
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sellersburg Technical And Vocational Training
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