Jennifer Christensen
Registered Nurse at Mount Nittany Health- Claim this Profile
Click to upgrade to our gold package
for the full feature experience.
Topline Score
Bio
Credentials
-
Foundations of Leadership Certificate 2
The National Society of Leadership and SuccessNov, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Foundations of Leadership Certificate 1
The National Society of Leadership and SuccessOct, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Mental Health First Aid
Canadian Mental Health AssociationSep, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
Gentle Persuasive Approach Dementia Care
Gentle Persuasive ApproachDec, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
First Aid and CPR at Health Care Provider Level
St. John AmbulanceFeb, 2013- Nov, 2024
Experience
-
Mount Nittany Health
-
United States
-
Hospitals and Health Care
-
200 - 300 Employee
-
Registered Nurse
-
Jan 2023 - Present
-
-
-
Mount Nittany Health
-
United States
-
Hospitals and Health Care
-
200 - 300 Employee
-
RN Student
-
Aug 2022 - Oct 2022
Completed a 300-hour rotation in labor and delivery as part of final semester capstone. Assisted in the assessment of antepartum and postpartum patients. Attended deliveries and completed post-operative care for cesarean section patients. Performed non-stress tests for high-risk, multi-gestational pregnancies
-
-
Nurse Intern
-
May 2022 - Aug 2022
Assisted registered nurses with gathering assessment data, completing discharge instructions, providing education related to postpartum and newborn care and potential complications, preparation of sterile field for procedures. Gathered vital signs, prepared patient rooms, charted using Meditech.
-
-
-
UPMC
-
United States
-
Hospitals and Health Care
-
700 & Above Employee
-
RN Student
-
Sep 2021 - Aug 2022
Completed specialty rotations in medical-surgical, orthopedics, medical progressive care, and OB-GYN. Prepared for clinicals by researching pathophysiology of each patient's primary diagnosis, reviewed medical records to develop an individualized nursing plan of care, and completed medication information sheets prior to administration. Prioritized nursing care based on acuity to manage up to five patients simultaneously. Applied theory by interpreting EKG strips with staff nurse during MPCU and… Show more Completed specialty rotations in medical-surgical, orthopedics, medical progressive care, and OB-GYN. Prepared for clinicals by researching pathophysiology of each patient's primary diagnosis, reviewed medical records to develop an individualized nursing plan of care, and completed medication information sheets prior to administration. Prioritized nursing care based on acuity to manage up to five patients simultaneously. Applied theory by interpreting EKG strips with staff nurse during MPCU and MICU rotations. Pediatric-focused rotation completed at UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA Show less Completed specialty rotations in medical-surgical, orthopedics, medical progressive care, and OB-GYN. Prepared for clinicals by researching pathophysiology of each patient's primary diagnosis, reviewed medical records to develop an individualized nursing plan of care, and completed medication information sheets prior to administration. Prioritized nursing care based on acuity to manage up to five patients simultaneously. Applied theory by interpreting EKG strips with staff nurse during MPCU and… Show more Completed specialty rotations in medical-surgical, orthopedics, medical progressive care, and OB-GYN. Prepared for clinicals by researching pathophysiology of each patient's primary diagnosis, reviewed medical records to develop an individualized nursing plan of care, and completed medication information sheets prior to administration. Prioritized nursing care based on acuity to manage up to five patients simultaneously. Applied theory by interpreting EKG strips with staff nurse during MPCU and MICU rotations. Pediatric-focused rotation completed at UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA Show less
-
-
-
Bayada
-
State College, Pennsylvania Area
-
Licensed Practical Nurse
-
Aug 2017 - Aug 2021
Currently work with special needs pediatric patients (ages 1 month-18 years) in a home-care setting. Job responsibilities vary day-to-day, depending on workload and specific patient(s). Frequently substitute as a school nurse for the local school district. Currently work with special needs pediatric patients (ages 1 month-18 years) in a home-care setting. Job responsibilities vary day-to-day, depending on workload and specific patient(s). Frequently substitute as a school nurse for the local school district.
-
-
-
UHS
-
State College, Pennsylvania Area
-
Licensed Practical Nurse
-
Mar 2016 - Mar 2017
Worked full-time as a psychiatric LPN at a 106-bed inpatient facility specializing in both pediatric and adult mental health. Common diagnoses encountered included major depression, active suicidal ideation, eating disorders including anorexia and bulimia nervosa, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dual diagnoses, including those involving substance abuse. As part of managing and treating substance abuse disorders, frequent observations for withdrawal symptoms and medication management were… Show more Worked full-time as a psychiatric LPN at a 106-bed inpatient facility specializing in both pediatric and adult mental health. Common diagnoses encountered included major depression, active suicidal ideation, eating disorders including anorexia and bulimia nervosa, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dual diagnoses, including those involving substance abuse. As part of managing and treating substance abuse disorders, frequent observations for withdrawal symptoms and medication management were performed. Show less Worked full-time as a psychiatric LPN at a 106-bed inpatient facility specializing in both pediatric and adult mental health. Common diagnoses encountered included major depression, active suicidal ideation, eating disorders including anorexia and bulimia nervosa, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dual diagnoses, including those involving substance abuse. As part of managing and treating substance abuse disorders, frequent observations for withdrawal symptoms and medication management were… Show more Worked full-time as a psychiatric LPN at a 106-bed inpatient facility specializing in both pediatric and adult mental health. Common diagnoses encountered included major depression, active suicidal ideation, eating disorders including anorexia and bulimia nervosa, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dual diagnoses, including those involving substance abuse. As part of managing and treating substance abuse disorders, frequent observations for withdrawal symptoms and medication management were performed. Show less
-
-
Education
-
Penn State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse -
Penn State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Biobehavioral Health, Psychology minor -
Georgian College
Associate's degree, Practical Nursing -
OSCVI