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Jade Rice

Omaha

Summary

Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care coordination. Proficient in creating and managing comprehensive care plans that improve patient outcomes. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability to evolving healthcare needs. Possesses keen organizational skills and compassionate approach. Extensive experience in high-stress emergency settings. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care while maintaining composure during medical crises. Highly reliable team member with adaptability to changing situations and commitment to collaborative success. Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in nursing and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Care Coordinator

Nebraska Medicine
11.2023 - Current
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
  • Fostered a collaborative environment among healthcare professionals through open communication channels, promoting teamwork toward shared goals of optimal patient outcomes.
  • Promoted evidence-based practice by staying current on relevant research findings and integrating them into daily operations when appropriate.
  • Implemented innovative strategies to address the unique needs of diverse patient populations, working closely with cultural liaisons and community organizations to develop culturally sensitive care plans.
  • Identified gaps in service delivery by conducting regular audits of clinical documentation and case management processes.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple specialties and providers by effectively coordinating services across various levels of care.
  • Acted as an advocate for patients' rights and needs throughout the entire healthcare process, ensuring they were respected at all times while receiving appropriate levels of support from healthcare providers involved in their cases.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Nebraska Medicine Bellevue
10.2022 - 10.2023
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
  • Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
  • Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
  • Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.

ER Nursing Professional Development Specialist

Nebraska Medicine
06.2022 - 10.2022
  • Evaluated participant feedback and learning outcomes, adjusting program design as needed to continuously improve effectiveness.
  • Enabled career advancement through the creation of competency-based certifications tied to specific job roles within the organization.
  • Consulted and negotiated with various levels of management and stakeholders to determine training priorities and needs.
  • Developed tailored training materials for diverse audiences, ensuring content relevancy and applicability to various job functions.
  • Implemented innovative instructional strategies to engage participants, promote active learning, and increase retention of critical concepts.
  • Developed and delivered various training courses for staff's on-going education needs.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Nebraska Medicine Bellevue
08.2020 - 06.2022
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
  • Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
  • Initiated the new graduate nursing mentorship program.

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Nebraska Medicine Bellevue
10.2015 - 08.2020
  • 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.
  • Administered medications safely 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.
  • Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
  • Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
  • Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
  • Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.

Behavioral Health Technician

CHI Health
02.2012 - 10.2015
  • Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
  • Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
  • Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
  • Implemented therapeutic activities that promoted skill-building, self-awareness, and healthy coping mechanisms.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Clarkson College
Omaha, NE
08-2015

Skills

  • Quality improvement
  • Healthcare technology
  • Emotional resilience
  • Student precepting
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Patient advocacy
  • Adaptability

Affiliations

  • Society of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Nurses (SOHN)
  • Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse - 2015-Present License Number 80626
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Heart Association - 2015- Present
  • Basic Life Support , American Heart Association - 2011-Present

Awards

  • Carol M. Wilson Award Nominee 2025
  • Unsung Hero Award Nominee 2024
  • Daisy Award Winner 2018
  • Rita Van Fleet Rising Star Award Nominee 2016
  • Daisy Award Nominee 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024


Timeline

Nursing Care Coordinator

Nebraska Medicine
11.2023 - Current

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Nebraska Medicine Bellevue
10.2022 - 10.2023

ER Nursing Professional Development Specialist

Nebraska Medicine
06.2022 - 10.2022

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Nebraska Medicine Bellevue
08.2020 - 06.2022

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Nebraska Medicine Bellevue
10.2015 - 08.2020

Behavioral Health Technician

CHI Health
02.2012 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Clarkson College

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