Jennifer Catchings
New Orleans
Summary
Skilled in leading healthcare facilities through periods of significant change and improvement, with hands-on experience in strategic planning, staff development, and operational management. Known for strengths in enhancing patient care quality, implementing cost-saving measures without compromising service delivery, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction scores and streamline hospital processes for better efficiency across various departments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Supervisor
Ochsner Medical Center
Kenner
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Established performance standards for nursing personnel based on established protocols.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
- Created reports summarizing departmental activity for review by senior management.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
New Orleans
05.2019 - 08.2023
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines while providing nursing interventions for critically ill patients.
- Operated and monitored life support systems and medical devices specific to the critical care setting.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and modify individualized care plans.
- Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Tulane Medical Center
New Orleans
01.2014 - 05.2019
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines while providing nursing interventions for critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.
- Provided comprehensive care to critically ill patients, including those with complex medical and surgical conditions.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Central Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson
01.2013 - 02.2014
- Cared expertly for patients with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS12-2012
High School Diploma -
Dorsey High School
Los Angeles, CA06-1994
Skills
- Patient care management
- Evidence-based practice
- Regulatory compliance
- Care planning
- Strong clinical judgment
- Multidisciplinary care coordination
Timeline
Nursing Supervisor
Ochsner Medical Center
08.2023 - 02.2025
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
05.2019 - 08.2023
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Tulane Medical Center
01.2014 - 05.2019
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Central Mississippi Medical Center
01.2013 - 02.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hinds Community College
High School Diploma -
Dorsey High School
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