Jessica Easter
3526 N Lister Ave
Summary
Professional nursing leader prepared for advanced responsibilities in healthcare. Proven ability to drive patient care excellence and improve operational efficiency. Strong focus on collaborative team leadership and adaptable to changing environments. Skilled in strategic planning, staff development, and regulatory compliance, consistently delivering impactful results.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Luxor
10.2024 - 12.2025
- Led nursing staff in implementing evidence-based practices for enhanced patient care outcomes for a patient population of 130.
- Led facility wide survey readiness.
- Worked directly with State regulatory officials multiple times to address complaints, survey findings, implement corrective actions, and regulatory compliance.
- Developed and executed strategic initiatives to improve operational efficiency across nursing departments.
- Mentored and trained nursing staff on compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment plans and discharge processes.
RN, PRE-OP
Discover Vision Center
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Performed precise eye measurements and calculations to enhance diagnostic accuracy for ophthalmologists.
- Oversaw collection of patient vitals and health history to ensure comprehensive pre-operative assessments. Provided patients with detailed information about upcoming procedures to facilitate informed consent for surgery.
RN
Select Specialty Hospital
07.2022 - 10.2024
- Oversaw care for patients requiring ventilators and critical drips via central lines. Managed treatment protocols for patients with complex wounds, PEG tubes, and catheters. Coordinated multidisciplinary efforts to enhance patient outcomes in critical care environments.
- Oversaw patient care initiatives by applying foundational nursing knowledge.
- Conducted thorough physical assessments to inform care strategies.
- Maintained precise documentation to enhance patient outcomes.
- Fostered effective communication among patients, colleagues, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams.
PRN RN MDS
Jefferson Health Care
01.2016 - 08.2022
- Ability to perform clinical tasks according to policies and standard of care.
- MDS 3.0 training.
- Vital signs, medication administration, nasal gastric tubes, tube feedings, dressing changes, IV maintenance, peritoneal dialysis, ostomy care, and tracheostomy care.
RN, CNC
Research Medical Center
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Assumed responsibility for direction and coordination of all functions during the designated shift.
- Functioned as a resource person for staff member and assisted in necessary education of individual members of the nursing staff.
- Assumed responsibility for the overall quality of nursing care provided when on duty.
- Made decisions regarding activities with these areas based on Administrative Operational Standards, Nursing Administrative Standards, Human Resource Standards, and Standards of Care for the unit, in collaboration with other members of the management team.
LPN
Jordan Creek Nursing & Rehab
03.2013 - 01.2016
- Ability to perform clinical tasks according to policies and standard of care.
- Vital signs, medication administration, nasal gastric tubes, tube feedings, dressing changes, IV maintenance, peritoneal dialysis, ostomy care, tracheostomy care, sterile technique, foley catheter maintenance following CAUTI guidelines.
LPN
Jefferson Health Care
12.2011 - 03.2013
- Ability to perform clinical tasks according to policies and standard of care.
- Vital signs, medication administration, nasal gastric tubes, tube feedings, dressing changes, IV maintenance, peritoneal dialysis, ostomy care, tracheostomy care, sterile technique, foley catheter maintenance following CAUTI guidelines.
Education
ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Crowder College
Neosho, MO12.2015
CERTIFICATE - PRACTICAL NURSE
Clinton Technical School
Clinton, MO12.2011
DIPLOMA - undefined
Warsaw High School
Warsaw, MO05.2005
Skills
- BLS certified
- ACLS certified
- MDS 30 experience
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Process improvements
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Luxor
10.2024 - 12.2025
RN, PRE-OP
Discover Vision Center
03.2023 - 12.2024
RN
Select Specialty Hospital
07.2022 - 10.2024
RN, CNC
Research Medical Center
01.2018 - 03.2021
PRN RN MDS
Jefferson Health Care
01.2016 - 08.2022
LPN
Jordan Creek Nursing & Rehab
03.2013 - 01.2016
LPN
Jefferson Health Care
12.2011 - 03.2013
CERTIFICATE - PRACTICAL NURSE
Clinton Technical School
DIPLOMA - undefined
Warsaw High School
ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Crowder College