Jessica Kenny
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
La Vista,NE
6
years of professional experience
Dedicated Registered Nurse with two years of nursing experience providing safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care. During my first year of nursing, I gained diverse experience by floating across multiple Medical-Surgical units, caring for patients with a wide range of conditions. Transitioned to a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) during my second year, developing strong skills in caring for higher-acuity patients, monitoring complex conditions, and recognizing changes in patient status. Adaptable, dependable, and committed to teamwork, effective communication, and delivering high-quality patient care.
Work History
PCU Registered Nurse
1 Year 4 Months- Performed focused nursing assessments and reported subtle clinical changes to support timely intervention.
- Used critical thinking to identify priorities and respond appropriately to complex patient presentations.
- Precepted new nurses by demonstrating unit routines, documentation standards, and patient care workflows.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the medical record.
- Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to coordinate care plans and follow-up actions.
- Provided clear education to patients and families about treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Maintained calm, compassionate communication with patients and families during difficult care situations.
- Administered medications and tracked responses in accordance with established nursing protocols.
NET- Registered Nurse
11 Months- Support 4-5 patients per shift across Ortho-Neuro, Short Stay, Medical Observation, ACE, General Med-Surg, Rehab, and Oncology units.
- Administer medications accurately and safely, applying strong medication management practices and monitoring for adverse reactions.
- Build trust with patients' families by addressing concerns and providing emotional support around care plans.
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to adjust care quickly as patient conditions change.
- Apply critical thinking and problem-solving across diverse clinical settings to prioritize care and respond to changing needs.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on care plans, and chart clearly in Cerner to support continuity of care.
Student Nurse Technician
1 Year 5 Months- Assisted nursing staff with medication administration, foley catheter insertion, NG tube placement, tube feed administration, and IV insertion/removal.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Ensured timely responses to call lights, attending to patients' needs quickly and efficiently.
CNA
1 Year 11 Months- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to improve comfort and day-to-day wellbeing.
- Recorded and reported patient vitals, supporting nurse assessment with accurate bedside observations.
- Sanitized surfaces, changed linens, and disposed of waste properly to maintain a clean, safe environment.
- Built therapeutic patient relationships through empathy, active listening, and clear communication.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs across multiple units while adapting quickly to changing care routines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- 3.8 GPA
- Becker Presidential Scholarship Recipient
- Secretary of student government 2022-2024
- A student leader in Christian Student Fellowship
Skills
Compassionate bedside manner
Strong communication skills
Adaptable to many situations
Team collaborator
Precepting
Experience across multiple units
Proficient in patient assessment and confidentiality
Adept patient and family educator
Critical thinker and problem solver
Proficient in Cerner charting system
Medication management
Great time management skills
Timeline
PCU Registered Nurse
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
NET- Registered Nurse
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
06.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Student Nurse Technician
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
01.2023 - 06.2024Read More
CNA
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
02.2021 - 01.2023Read More
Nebraska Methodist College
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Awards & Honors
Daisy Award Nominee
Meaning of Care Award recipient