JAKAYLA HARDEN
Guyton
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse delivering high-quality care in pediatric specialties. Recognized four times as a Daisy Award nominee for patient care and teamwork. Skilled in chart updates, medication monitoring, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Memorial Health University Medical Center
Savannah
07.2024 - Current
- Administered medications according to physician orders, monitoring effectiveness and reporting adverse reactions.
- Educated families on pediatric health issues and post-discharge care instructions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures in pediatric unit to reduce transmission risks.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for continuity of care post hospitalization.
- Provided emotional support to children and families during hospital stays.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and families to ensure clarity.
- Documented patient progress and care activities in electronic health records.
Patient Access Team lead
Effingham Hospital
Springfield
02.2020 - 07.2024
- Streamlined patient registration process by implementing efficient workflows and reducing wait times.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Coordinated with clinical staff for accurate scheduling and seamless appointment management.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations, safeguarding patient privacy and enabling access to essential information for care providers.
- Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
- Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
- Led team of Financial Advisors, providing training and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Technical College of the Lowcountry
Beaufort, SC05.2024
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Monitoring vital signs
- Medication administration
- Basic life support
- Discharge planning
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Emotional support
- Mentoring
Certification
Basic Life Support, American Red Cross, 06/15/2025-06/30/2027
Timeline
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Memorial Health University Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
Patient Access Team lead
Effingham Hospital
02.2020 - 07.2024
Associate Degree - Nursing
Technical College of the Lowcountry