Jessica McDowell

Licensed Practical Nurse

Interim HealthCare

01.2014 - Current

Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, urostomy care and changes, trach care, ventilator management and other routine nursing procedures.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment.