JEUNESSE MATTHEWS, FNP-C

Family Nurse Practitioner Medical Management Professional Patient Advocate Dedicated and knowledgeable Registered Nurse with experience in critical care, long term nursing and emergenc department care, using patient-centered and innovative nursing and wellness strategies to improve patient care, staff performances, amd administrative processes. EDUCATION & TRAINING

Master of Science and Nursing

Chamberlain University College of Nursing – Addison, IL Bachelor of Science & Nursing

Capella University – Minneapolis, MN

Registered Nurse

Howard Community College – Columbia, MD

WORK EXPERIENCE

Registered Nurse – Emergency Dept. July 2023 – Present Aya Healthcare – Washington, D.C.

• Evaluate patients and create individualized care plans in accordance with Nurse Practice Standards, ensuring optimal care.

• Provide total patient care for adult and geriatric patients in both inpatient and emergency room settings.

• Maintain open communication with patients, hospital staff, and physicians, reviewing nursing assessments and directives during each shift to ensure the well- being of patients.

• Offer a wide range of nursing services, including vital sign monitoring, EKGs, phlebotomy, dressing changes, cardiac procedure preparation, and pre/post- operative care.

• Handle emergency situations with competence, dignity, and care, following hospital policies and procedures to ensure patient safety.

Registered Nurse – Emergency Dept. Feb. 2023 – Present Sibley Memorial Hospital – Washington, D.C.

• Conduct comprehensive patient triage and assessments, swiftly prioritizing care based on acuity levels, and providing immediate interventions for critical cases.

• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed by physicians, ensuring timely and appropriate care for patients with diverse medical conditions, injuries, and emergencies.

• Streamline patient care processes with interprofessional healthcare team members, optimize response times, and maintain a safe and efficient emergency department environment.

• Utilize advanced medical equipment and technology, such as EKG monitors, defibrillators, and IV pumps, to monitor patients' vital signs and cardiac rhythms. Registered Nurse – 3S-IMC/Open Heart Unit June 2018 – April 2023 George Washington University Hospital – Washington, D.C.

• Provided specialized care to patients in the 3S-IMC/Open Heart Unit, offering post- operative care to cardiac surgery patients and managing complex conditions.

• Monitored patients' cardiac rhythms and vital signs using advanced telemetry equipment, promptly identifying deviations, and implementing appropriate interventions to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

• Administered medications, including critical intravenous cardiac drugs, according to physician orders, and closely monitored patients for any adverse reactions, consistently maintaining accurate medication records.

• Collaborated closely with the cardiac surgery team to coordinate and execute pre- operative and post-operative care plans.

Registered Nurse – Emergency Department Jan. 2010 - 2018 Holy Cross Hospital – Silver Spring, MD

• Triaged and assessed patients rapidly in a high-pressure environment, accurately prioritizing care based on acuity levels and providing immediate interventions to stabilize critical cases.

• Administered medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed by physicians, ensuring timely and appropriate care for patients. PERSONAL CONTACT

LICENSES

• State of Maryland – Registered Nurse

SKILLS

• Critical Care Protocols & Procedures

• Emergency Care Protocols & Procedures

• Effective Communication

• Multi-Interdisciplinary Team

Collaboration

• Critical Thinking

• Decision Making

• Electronic Health Records

• Prioritizing Patient Care

• Problem Solving

• Patient Advocate

• Patient Care Planning

• Patient/Family Educator

• Interpersonal Skills

• Data Entry & Management

• Medical Equipment Monitoring

FNP EXPERIENCE

• FNP - Elizabeth Obi – DNP, FNP - May

2023 – July 2023

• FNP – My Med Clinic Germantown –

March 2023 – May 2023

• FNP – Elizabeth Obi – DNP, FNP - Jan.

2023 – March 2023

• FNP - Richard Akoto, MD - Sept. 2022 –

Dec. 2022

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• Collaborated seamlessly with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, paramedics, and ancillary staff, to streamline patient care processes, optimize response times, and maintain a safe and efficient ED environment.

• Maintained excellent patient care through nursing procedures and developed nursing workflow processes to achieve optimal care in high demand environments.

• Completed nursing assessments, charting, with ongoing monitoring of patients. Registered Nurse – Float Pool/Cath Lab Pre-op/Post-op Jan. 2015 - 2018 Suburban Hospital – Bethesda, MD

• Efficiently managed patient care across various units, adapting to diverse clinical settings and patient populations while consistently delivering high-quality care.

• Assessed and prepared patients for cardiac catheterization procedures in the Cath Lab Pre-op area, ensuring thorough evaluations, pre-operative instructions, and addressing patient concerns to optimize readiness for interventions.

• Provided diligent post-operative care to patients in the Cath Lab Post-op area, monitoring vital signs, assessing recovery progress, and administering medications as needed, promoting positive patient outcomes.

• Collaborated closely with cath lab teams, anesthesiologists, and physicians to ensure seamless transitions of care, prioritize patient safety, and maintain sterile environments during procedures.

Registered Nurse – Telemetry Jan. 2008 – Sept. 2010 Sinai Hospital – Baltimore, MD

• Monitored and interpreted cardiac rhythms using advanced telemetry equipment, promptly identifying abnormalities, and initiating interventions.

• Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including physicians, to provide comprehensive care to patients with cardiac conditions, ensuring timely treatments and interventions.

• Administered medications, treatments, and therapies according to physician orders, maintaining accurate records of dosage and patient responses.

• Conducted regular assessments of patients' cardiac and overall health, tracked their progress, and documented observations in compliance with protocols.

• Provided patient and family education on cardiac conditions, treatment plans, and lifestyle modifications, contributing to improved patient understanding. Registered Nurse – Tele/Cath Lab Holding Sept. 2004 – May 2007 Holy Cross Hospital – Silver Spring, MD

• Conducted thorough patient assessments, encompassing both physical and functional evaluations.

• Played an integral role in formulating and executing individualized care plans, tailored to address the unique needs and goals of each patient.

• Proficiently operated and monitored advanced telemetry equipment to continuously assess cardiac rhythms, promptly identifying abnormalities.

• Collaborated closely with interventional cardiologists and medical teams during cardiac catheterization procedures, delivered comprehensive patient care, and maintained a sterile environment to optimize outcomes.

• Utilized critical thinking and clinical expertise to assess and manage patients undergoing cardiac catheterizations, including administering medications. Registered Nurse – Telemetry Sept. 2003 – Feb. 2005 Northwest Hospital Center – Baltimore, MD

• Delivered comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in a telemetry unit.

• Conducted continuous monitoring of vital signs, laboratory results, and administration of critical medications tailored to each patient's condition.

• Acted as a patient advocate and provided educational support to patients and their families regarding care plans and treatments.

• Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to facilitate discharge planning and ensure smooth transitions of care.

Registered Nurse - IMC Aug. 2002 – Sept. 2003

North Arundel Medical Center – Glen Burnie, MD

• Provided quality nursing care and services to allow patients to maintain highest levels of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

• Transcribed and maintained nursing notes and evaluations into EHR systems.

• Maintained excellent patient care through nursing processes and provided ongoing evaluations of ambulatory clinical goals to support the patient experience.

• Created action plans with objectives to meet patient intermediate care needs.

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