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Jessica Oster

Randallstown

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Montgomery Hospice
07.2024 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Advised medication administration safely to family/caregivers according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
05.2023 - 03.2025
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

Registered Nurse

Bridging Life
03.2021 - 05.2023
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

Registered Nurse

Seasons Hospice
08.2016 - 03.2021
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

Registered Nurse

Intrastaff- Johns Hopkins
12.2011 - 08.2015
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Howard Community College
Columbia, MD
05-2016

Associate of Science - Nursing

Howard Community College
Columbia, MD
05-2006

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Comprehensive patient evaluations
  • Sound clinical decision-making
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Family education
  • High level of autonomy
  • Hospice and palliative care

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Montgomery Hospice
07.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
05.2023 - 03.2025

Registered Nurse

Bridging Life
03.2021 - 05.2023

Registered Nurse

Seasons Hospice
08.2016 - 03.2021

Registered Nurse

Intrastaff- Johns Hopkins
12.2011 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Howard Community College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Howard Community College

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