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Jennifer Gibson

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Summary

Dynamic RN with extensive experience at Mercy Hospital Springfield, excelling in patient care and team coordination. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes through compassionate communication and advanced clinical judgment. Skilled in discharge planning and case management, fostering a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and regulatory compliance.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Regional Nurse

Mercy Hospital Springfield
01.2024 - 04.2025
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.

Nurse Manager

Mercy Hospital Springfield
05.2023 - 01.2024
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
  • Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.

RN Clinical Supervisor

Mercy Hospital Springfield
08.2017 - 05.2023
  • Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Mineral Area College
Park Hills, MO
05-2013

Skills

  • Basic life support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Discharge planning
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Team coordination
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Care planning
  • Case management
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Wound care
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Cardiac care

Timeline

RN Regional Nurse

Mercy Hospital Springfield
01.2024 - 04.2025

Nurse Manager

Mercy Hospital Springfield
05.2023 - 01.2024

RN Clinical Supervisor

Mercy Hospital Springfield
08.2017 - 05.2023

Associate of Science - Nursing

Mineral Area College
Jennifer Gibson