Jasza Henley
North Chesterfield
Summary
A dedicated nursing professional recognized for a deep commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a fast-paced healthcare environment. With a strong foundation in critical thinking, I am adept at assessing patient needs, developing individualized care plans, and executing interventions with precision and empathy. Known for my ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure a holistic approach to patient care. As an enthusiastic advocate for continuous professional development, I actively seek opportunities to enhance my skills and stay current with best practices in nursing. Above all, I am committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care that aligns with the values of the VA healthcare.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Intensive Care Unit
VA Healthcare
04.2024 - Current
- Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Team: Actively participate in daily rounds with the interdisciplinary team to promote clear and concise communication, ensuring that all necessary procedures and tests are conducted promptly. Advocate for veterans' needs, ensuring that they receive timely and appropriate care while fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Critical Care Management: Utilize advanced critical care skills to assess and manage hemodynamically unstable patients, ensuring precise attention to detail in the administration of lifesaving medications and drips. Provide continuous monitoring and interventions to stabilize veterans and improve clinical outcomes.
- Infection Control Adherence: Vigilantly adhere to infection control protocols and best practices when providing patient care, ensuring the highest standards of safety and hygiene across all areas of the facility. Implement measures to prevent the spread of infections and protect the health and well-being of veterans, staff, and visitors.
Intensive Care Unit
Carilion Clinic
08.2022 - 03.2024
- Critical Thinking and Patient Assessment: Utilize advanced critical thinking skills to identify and assess significant changes in a patient's condition, promptly implementing appropriate interventions to ensure the best possible outcomes. Demonstrate the ability to stay calm and focused under pressure, prioritizing patient care needs in fast-paced environments.
- Effective Communication with SBAR: Facilitate clear and effective communication among the interdisciplinary team using the SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) tool, ensuring a structured and concise exchange of vital information. Advocate for the patient's well-being by ensuring that their needs and concerns are properly communicated and addressed in a timely manner.
- Timely Provider Notification: Quickly recognize any changes in a patient's clinical status and promptly notify healthcare providers to ensure timely interventions. Prioritize patient safety by ensuring that all necessary actions are taken to address evolving clinical conditions without delay.
Cardiac Intermediate Care Unit / Intermediate Care Unit
Centra Health
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Patient Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct thorough assessments of all patients and develop individualized care plans tailored to their specific needs. Utilize critical thinking skills to identify and respond to acute changes in a patient's condition, ensuring prompt intervention and the best possible clinical outcomes.
- Post-Cardiac Catheterization Care: Provide expert care to critically ill patients following cardiac catheterization, closely monitoring vital signs and heart rhythms for any changes. Apply specialized knowledge to assess and manage complications, ensuring patient stability and a smooth recovery process.
- Pre and Post-Invasive Procedure Care: Deliver compassionate care to patients undergoing invasive procedures, providing education and emotional support to both patients and their families. Help manage patient anxiety through clear communication, explaining the procedure, and offering reassurance. Collaborate with providers as needed to address any concerns or questions.
Progressive Care Unit Nurse (Pulmonary and multispecialty stepdown unit) 2 Hope
Baptist Health South Florida
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Critical Thinking and Patient Care: Apply advanced critical thinking skills to assess and recognize significant changes in a patient's condition, responding swiftly and appropriately to ensure the best possible patient outcomes. Remain calm and focused under pressure to manage complex and evolving clinical situations effectively.
- Clear Interdisciplinary Communication with SBAR: Foster effective communication among the interdisciplinary team using the SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) tool, ensuring the exchange of relevant and concise information. Advocate for the patient's well-being, prioritizing their care within a patient-centered care environment to support positive health outcomes.
- Organizational and Time Management Skills: Utilize strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize patient needs and adjust goals accordingly. Demonstrate flexibility in managing competing demands, ensuring that care is delivered efficiently and in line with patient priorities and clinical needs.
Scholar Nurse Partner
Baptist Health South Florida
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Assist RN Preceptor in Patient Care: Work collaboratively with the RN preceptor to provide comprehensive care to patients assigned to our unit, ensuring that all aspects of care are met in accordance with established protocols and best practices.
- Safe Equipment Utilization and Environment Maintenance: Appropriately utilize medical equipment and adhere to safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, minimizing risks and ensuring the safety of both patients and healthcare staff.
- Ongoing Assessment of Critical Cardiac Patients: Monitor patients with critical cardiac conditions throughout the shifts, working alongside the RN preceptor. Perform ongoing assessments to identify potential complications, collaborate with healthcare providers to implement prompt interventions, and contribute to improved patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor's Degree of Science - Nursing
Capella University
02.2025
Associate degree of Science - Nursing
Miami Dade College, Benjamin Leon School of Nursing
12.2020
Skills
- Intensive care unit
- Intensive care unit experience
- Intensive care unit management
- Care improvement
- Cardiovascular intensive care
- Infectious disease care
- Care coordination
Licensure Certifications Memberships
- Certified BLS/AED for healthcare professionals
- Phi Theta Kappa, Honors Society, Alpha Gamma Delta Chapter
- Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN), Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society: Beta Pi chapter
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Intensive Care Unit
VA Healthcare
04.2024 - Current
Intensive Care Unit
Carilion Clinic
08.2022 - 03.2024
Cardiac Intermediate Care Unit / Intermediate Care Unit
Centra Health
04.2022 - 08.2022
Progressive Care Unit Nurse (Pulmonary and multispecialty stepdown unit) 2 Hope
Baptist Health South Florida
03.2021 - 03.2022
Scholar Nurse Partner
Baptist Health South Florida
02.2020 - 11.2020
Associate degree of Science - Nursing
Miami Dade College, Benjamin Leon School of Nursing
Bachelor's Degree of Science - Nursing
Capella University