Hannah Jacks
Chapel Hill
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse skilled in neurological assessments, documentation, and clinical judgment. Proven success in mentoring new nurses and leading quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and team performance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
UNC Medical Center
Chapel Hill, NC
09.2024 - Current
- Precept newly hired nurses and nursing students, providing clinical instruction, mentorship, and ongoing support to promote competency and confidence.
- Act as a resource nurse, offering clinical guidance and support to bedside staff.
- Serve as the unit's Nursing Performance Improvement Liaison, partnering with leadership to implement quality improvement initiatives and monitor performance metrics.
- Serve as charge nurse, coordinating daily unit operations, supporting staff, and facilitating communication among the interdisciplinary team.
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare, University of Maryland Medical Center
Baltimore, MD
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided care for critically ill patients at a 1:2 ratio in a 22 bed Neuroscience ICU at a Level 1 Trauma Center.
- Performed comprehensive neurological assessments and collaborated with neurosurgeons, neurologists, and intensivists to provide evidence-based, patient-centered care.
- Served as a resource for newly hired travel nurses, providing guidance on unit workflows, policies, and clinical practices to support a successful transition.
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare, Miami Valley Hospital MICU
Dayton, OH
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered comprehensive care for critically ill patients at a 1:2 and 1:3 ratio in a high-acuity 40 bed Medical Intensive Care Unit at a Level 1 Trauma Center.
- Assessed, monitored, and managed patients with conditions such as sepsis, respiratory failure, and multi-organ dysfunction.
- Learned and utilized Alaris pumps, using barcode medication scanning and safe titration of continuous infusions in accordance with hospital policy.
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare, Mission Health
Asheville, NC
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed critically ill 1:2 and 1:3 patient ratios in a 12 bed Neuroscience ICU, caring for patients with complex neurological conditions such as strokes, traumatic brain injuries, seizures, and intracranial hemorrhages.
- Successfully learned and utilized the "Cerner" electronic charting system.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and best practices at an HCA hospital.
Registered Nurse
UNC Medical Center
Chapel Hill, NC
02.2021 - 06.2023
- Began nursing career in a high acuity Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit, providing care to critically ill patients with neurological and neurosurgical conditions.
- Successfully completed a comprehensive new graduate orientation and preceptorship, developing competency in critical care nursing and neurological assessments to detect subtle changes in patient condition.
- Learned strong communication skills by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient patient care.
- Developed strong critical thinking, time management, and prioritization skills while managing complex patient assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clemson University
Clemson, SC12-2020
Skills
- Neurological assessments
- Clinical documentation
- Strong clinical judgment
- ACLS certification
- CCRN certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UNC Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare, University of Maryland Medical Center
01.2024 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare, Miami Valley Hospital MICU
10.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare, Mission Health
07.2023 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse
UNC Medical Center
02.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clemson University