Jennifer Waybright
Carmel
Summary
I am a kidney donor, co-author of two award winning books in the area of health, a registered nurse, and former teacher. I am passionate about helping to guide people of all ages to grow mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually so that one can live his or her best life in what ever way that looks like for that person. I strive to continue to better myself so that I can be of service for others more effectively. I come with a wealth of professional and personal experiences that allow me to be able to be more relatable to others for positive outcomes.
"The ones who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do." Steven Jobs
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
Kindred Hospital
1700 W. 10th St, Indianapolis, IN
03.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing timely follow-ups and addressing concerns promptly.
- Complete Concurrent Insurance reviews.
- Complete Interquals daily.
- Submit referrals to lower level of care for patients and families.
- Organize transportation for patient transfers to lower level of care.
- Identified SDOH needs.
- Complete Initial Assessments in a timely manner.
- Lead weekly Interdisciplinary Team Rounds.
Assistant Manager, former Center Medical Specialis
Grifols
09.2019 - 01.2022
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Assessed job applications and made hiring recommendations to bring in top candidates for key vacancies.
- Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Proven leader effective at uniting and guiding teams toward achieving goals, improving satisfaction and continuously driving widespread organizational initiatives
- Strong communication skills
- Focused on continuously advancing expertise in training others while driving innovation.
Agency Registered Nurse
RN And Allied Specialties
01.2013 - Current
- Cooperated with other agencies to provide continuity of care and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Reviewed care plans to verify patient's diagnosis, treatment goals and specific nursing orders.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Infection Preventionist/Educator/Trainer Nurse
Fairbanks Addiction Treatment Center
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Oversaw committees, investigations, and surveillance to prevent hospital outbreaks.
- Gathered, analyzed, and reported infection data.
- Educated staff on importance of using preventive measures.
- Oversaw, managed, and supported all staff regarding patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism.
- Effectively trained new staff on proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Successfully led key influenza project which resulted in staff vaccination compliance .
- Successfully certified 300+ staff on CPR training
- Conducted successful new employee orientation
Pre-op; PACU; Conscious Sedation Nurse
North Meridian Surgery Center
11.2013 - 12.2015
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Created center's Infection Control Plan
- Successfully and safely conscious sedated patients for procedure
- Educated patients and family on wound care
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Effectively assessed patients for surgery
- Excellent rapport, and trust built with doctors
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Franciscian St. Elizabeth Health Alliance
06.2012 - 12.2013
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Post Surgery Oncology RN
St. Vincent's Hospital
11.2011 - 04.2012
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Self - employed; Stay - at - Home Mother
Self-employed
09.2001 - 11.2011
- Effectively tutored elementary school
- Nurtured, loved, and created trusting bond with two young sons
- Donated kidney in 2008 to my mother
- Co-authored two award winning books
- Co-speaker at Medical Symposium covering award winning book information
- Interviewed on Sound Medicine with Dr. Tim. Taber, editor of my books, and my kidney donor recipient
- Completed Registered Nursing degree
Elementary School Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools; Carmel Clay Schools
08.1995 - 08.2001
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
MedTech College
Indianapolis, IN2011
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INHealth Life Coach Certification
Health Coach Institute
On-line TrainingSkills
- Highly empathetic, intuitive
- Superior Critical Thinking skills
- Superior interpersonal skills
- Strong ability to inspire trust
- Self-starter
- Flexible
- Detail oriented
- Time management
- Action planning
- Strong communication
- Outgoing, dynamic
- Proficient in using SharePoint, Referral Manager, Meditech, Excel, RightFax
- Co-author of two award winning books - Kidney Steps, Smoothies for Kidney Health
Certification
State of Indiana Nursing License
Interqual certified
ICRA certified
BLS certified
Kidney Donor
Donated kidney in 2008
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Kindred Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager, former Center Medical Specialis
Grifols
09.2019 - 01.2022
Infection Preventionist/Educator/Trainer Nurse
Fairbanks Addiction Treatment Center
06.2017 - 03.2019
Pre-op; PACU; Conscious Sedation Nurse
North Meridian Surgery Center
11.2013 - 12.2015
Agency Registered Nurse
RN And Allied Specialties
01.2013 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Franciscian St. Elizabeth Health Alliance
06.2012 - 12.2013
Post Surgery Oncology RN
St. Vincent's Hospital
11.2011 - 04.2012
Self - employed; Stay - at - Home Mother
Self-employed
09.2001 - 11.2011
Elementary School Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools; Carmel Clay Schools
08.1995 - 08.2001
Associate of Science - Nursing
MedTech College
Purdue University
Health Life Coach Certification
Health Coach Institute