JAENA CHU
Columbia
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse II- CVSICU
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore
06.2024 - Current
- Provide comprehensive post-operative care for high-acuity cardiac surgical patients including heart and lung transplants, CABGs, valve replacements, and complex cardiac procedures
- Manage critically ill patients with 1:1 and 1:2 ratios, including post-op day 0 patients and long-term critical care patients
- Titrate high-dose vasoactive medications including norepinephrine, vasopressin, and epinephrine based on hemodynamic parameters
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team including cardiac surgeons, intensivists, and advanced practice providers to optimize patient outcomes
- Serve as preceptor to newly hired nurses and nursing students to provide mentorship in critical care nursing practice
- Recipient of multiple shift MVP recognitions for exceptional patient care and clinical performance
Travel Nurse- Intermediate Care Unit
Meritus Medical Center
Hagerstown
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Delivered evidence-based care for patients with NSTEMI, alcohol withdrawal, respiratory illnesses, and psychiatric conditions, with 1:3-1:4 patient ratios.
Travel Nurse- Clinical Support Unit/Telemetry
St. Luke's Health System
Boise
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided comprehensive care for patients with alcohol withdrawal, stroke, sepsis, and respiratory illnesses with 1:3-1:4 patient ratios
- Managed pre-operative cardiac surgical patients and coordinated care with surgical teams
Travel Nurse- Progressive Care Unit & Float Pool
UC San Diego Health System
La Jolla
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Delivered specialized care for transplant, oncology, and sepsis patients with 1:3-1:4 ratios
- Floated to multiple units including the Emergency Department, Cardiac, Orthopedic, and Progressive Care Units, demonstrating clinical versatility and adaptability
- Provided patient and family education on complex medical diagnoses and treatment plans
Travel Nurse- Cardiac Step-Down Unit
MedStar Washington Hospital Center
Washington
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Utilized advanced assessment and critical thinking skills to care for pre- and post-cardiac procedure patients with 1:3-1:5 ratios
- Demonstrated proficiency in telemetry monitoring and cardiovascular care coordination
Clinical Nurse II- Multi-trauma IMC
R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
Baltimore
08.2018 - 02.2022
- Provided safe and effective care for Level I trauma patients on a telemetry-monitored unit with 1:2-1:4 ratios
- Served in charge nurse role, functioning as a unit resource and clinical leader
- Precepted new graduate nurses and nursing students in trauma and critical care principles
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland Baltimore School of Nursing
Baltimore, MD05.2018
Associate of Arts - General Studies for Certificate Students
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD05.2016
Skills
- Competent in advanced monitoring with arterial lines, central venous catheters, Swan-Ganz catheters, temporary epicardial pacemakers, CVVHD
- Proficient in ventilator management
- Demonstrates expertise with mechanical circulatory support devices such as ECMO, IABP, LVADs, RVADs
- Trained in use of ultrasound IV
Certification
- Registered Nurse- Maryland License
- Registered Nurse- California License
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & LEADERSHIP
- Staff and Service Committee Member at the Johns Hopkins Hospital
- Associate member of the Filipino-American Nurse Anesthesiology Society (FANAS)
- Member of the Philippine Nurses Association of America (PNAA)
- Member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
- Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Timeline
Registered Nurse II- CVSICU
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Travel Nurse- Intermediate Care Unit
Meritus Medical Center
02.2024 - 05.2024
Travel Nurse- Clinical Support Unit/Telemetry
St. Luke's Health System
09.2023 - 12.2023
Travel Nurse- Progressive Care Unit & Float Pool
UC San Diego Health System
08.2022 - 08.2023
Travel Nurse- Cardiac Step-Down Unit
MedStar Washington Hospital Center
03.2022 - 05.2022
Clinical Nurse II- Multi-trauma IMC
R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
08.2018 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland Baltimore School of Nursing
Associate of Arts - General Studies for Certificate Students
Howard Community College
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