JAMIE KORDICK

ad0qfp@r.postjobfree.com 573-***-**** Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Summary

I am a skilled and experienced RN with over 20 years of experience. I have worked closely to manage Registered Nurses with scheduling, collaboration with Physicians and Anesthesiologists, and direct patient care. I have the knowledge to critically assess patients and the skills to intervene, providing the patient with the best care and outcomes. I am ACLS and BLS certified. I have advanced IV therapy and phlebotomy skills. Experience in Same Day Services, GI Lab, and Pre Admission testing, as well as charge nurse experience. I am flexible and willing to cross train to provide the best patient care.

Skills

Care Planning

Patient Management

Nursing Staff Leadership

Licensed RN

IV and Venipuncture Certified

Patient Assessment

Patient Check-Ins

IV Setup

Experience

John J Pershing VA Medical Center Poplar Bluff, MO

Registered Nurse

01/2023 - 06/2023

Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.

Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.

Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.

Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.

Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.

Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.

Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.

Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.

Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.

Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.

Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.

Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center Poplar Bluff, MO

Registered Nurse

02/2019 - 10/2022

Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.

Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.

Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.

Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.

Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.

Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.

Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.

Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.

Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.

Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.

Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.

Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.

Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.

Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center Poplar Bluff, MO

Registered Nurse

11/2003 - 05/2018

Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.

Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.

Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.

Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.

Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.

Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.

Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.

Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.

Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.

Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.

Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.

Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.

Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.

Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.

Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.

Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.

Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.

Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.

Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.

Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.

Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.

Doctors Regional Medical Center Poplar Bluff, MO

Ward Secretary

08/1999 - 06/2002

Assisted patients with their inquiries and provided information about hospital services.

Maintained patient records, including medical histories and examination results.

Answered phones, took messages, and routed calls to appropriate staff members.

Scheduled appointments for patients using computerized system.

Prepared documents such as correspondence, reports, drafts and emails.

Assisted in filing insurance forms and other administrative tasks related to patient care.

Coordinated activities between departments such as admissions and laboratory tests.

Entered data into electronic health record systems accurately and efficiently.

Verified insurance coverage prior to admitting or scheduling procedures for patients.

Ordered office supplies when needed to maintain adequate stock levels.

Monitored expiration dates of medications stored in the unit's medication room.

Updated patient records with condition status.

Education and Training

Three Rivers Community College Poplar Bluff, MO

Associate of Applied Science in Nursing

05/2002

Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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