Jessica Davis
Atlanta
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse with over a decade of expertise in acute care. Currently excelling as a Labor & Delivery RN after serving as a Certified Med-Surg/Oncology Nurse for the majority of RN career. Proven ability to remain calm and efficient in high-pressure situations, with strong emphasis on teamwork and adaptability.Highly skilled in patient monitoring, clinical assessment, and compassionate care. Eager to contribute as a dedicated member of this esteemed healthcare team.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the labor and delivery process. Receiving 2 daisy awards within the first 6 months.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
Staff III Nurse/PRN Nurse
Emory Decatur Hospital
08.2019 - Current
- Work independently, as well as part of a multidisciplinary team, while demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Utilizing active listening skills to promote trust and comfort with patient and family.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Provide essential acute care under 6:1 patient ration on 36 bed unit.
Med/Surg Telemetry Travel RN
Favorite Staffing
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Accurately documents patient data, actions, interventions and patient response according to established guidelines and policies
- Delegate to clinical support staff to aide in the delivery of patient care
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
- Assesses patient and family health education needs, provides health teaching and counseling and evaluates effectiveness of the education process.
- Served as interim Charge RN to lead nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring adherence to clinical protocols.
Med-Surg/Telemetry Registered Travel RN
FlexCare Medical Staffing
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses as a flexible float team member
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
Med/Surg Oncology Travel RN
Aya Healthcare
09.2021 - 01.2021
- Safely administer chemotherapy, antibiotics, blood products, hormonal/ non-hormonal injections to patients and closely monitor for adverse reactions/side effects.
- Communicate effectively and efficiently with other members of the patient care team to ensure all tests, procedures, treatments, and discharges are completed within a timely manner.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Used EPIC to document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Infusion Travel RN
Emory Decatur Outpatient Infusion Center
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Administered IV fluids, medications and blood products through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for infections, cancer or heart and kidney problems.
- Educated patient, family or caretaker about post discharge care procedures to facilitate care continuum.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Access and collect blood samples peripherally and via mediports/PICC lines.
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse- Charge
Center For Cancer Care
11.2013 - 11.2018
- Administered IV fluids, chemotherapy/biotherapy, and antiemetic medications through peripherally inserted, and central venous catheters to support long-term treatment for infections, cancer or heart and kidney problems.
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Counseled patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
- Daisy Award Winner
- Remained current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs and oriented and educated new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Analyzed patient care metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive strategic initiatives.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities, optimizing resource allocation for departmental needs.
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory requirements, maintaining high standards of quality assurance in nursing practices.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
FACT Program Nurse Case Manager
The Apalachee Center
02.2013 - 11.2013
- Organized and led support groups weekly in subjects related to physical and emotional health to encourage patients to become responsible in their well-being long term
- Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources
- Performed daily vital signs, physical and mental assessments, administered PO, IM, & SQ medications
- Provided on-call care, day and night, to assist patients in de-escalating their current states of crisis.
Operations Team Member
National Youth Leadership Forum: Medicine
05.2012 - 07.2012
- Address emergency and non-emergency medical concerns of over 200+ students and staff members over the course of the program
- Coordinate safe and efficient transportation of students and faculty between off-site event locations
- Identify and solve any logistical problems that arise in a quick, efficient and professional manner.
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Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Carolina A & T State University
05.2011
Skills
- Epic EMR
- ACLS/BLS Certified
- Chemo/Biotherapy Certification
- Active Listening
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Electronic Fetal Heart Rate Interpretation
- IV Insertion
- Antepartum care
- Breastfeeding support
- Obstetric emergency response
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Med/Surg Oncology Travel RN
Aya Healthcare
09.2021 - 01.2021
Med/Surg Telemetry Travel RN
Favorite Staffing
04.2021 - 08.2021
Med-Surg/Telemetry Registered Travel RN
FlexCare Medical Staffing
01.2021 - 03.2021
Staff III Nurse/PRN Nurse
Emory Decatur Hospital
08.2019 - Current
Infusion Travel RN
Emory Decatur Outpatient Infusion Center
11.2018 - 08.2019
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse- Charge
Center For Cancer Care
11.2013 - 11.2018
FACT Program Nurse Case Manager
The Apalachee Center
02.2013 - 11.2013
Operations Team Member
National Youth Leadership Forum: Medicine
05.2012 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Carolina A & T State University
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