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Jennifer Brown

Oak Forest,IL

Summary

Detail-oriented RN committed to delivering high-quality care while improving operational efficiency. Expertise in assessing patient needs, educating families, and mentoring staff to foster a safe and supportive healthcare environment.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Staff Nurse

Silver Cross Hospital
New Lenox, IL
07.2021 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge procedures.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and potential complications.
  • Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices and hospital policies.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, improving efficiency in patient documentation systems, specifically in triage.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced patient satisfaction scores.
  • Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
  • Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during labor and delivery process.
  • Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
  • Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission to determine appropriate level of care required based on individual needs.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions, revising care plans as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
  • Devised customized interventions addressing physical, emotional, social, spiritual aspects of each patient''s well-being while adhering to professional ethics guidelines.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined proper level of care
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critical patients.

RN Staff Nurse

UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital
Harvey, IL
08.2016 - Current

Labor & Delivery RN

RN Staff Nurse

Mercy Hospital
Chicago, IL
01.2000 - 06.2021

Labor & Delivery RN

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

St Xavier University
Chicago, IL
12-1999

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Neonatal resuscitation (NRP)
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Intake and discharge

Certification

RNC-OB

C-EFM

CLC

Timeline

RN Staff Nurse

Silver Cross Hospital
07.2021 - Current

RN Staff Nurse

UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital
08.2016 - Current

RN Staff Nurse

Mercy Hospital
01.2000 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

St Xavier University
Jennifer Brown