JESSICA TAYLOR
Greenbrier
Summary
Registered Nurse with 14 years of experience, including 11 years in Oncology and Hospice Care. Expertise in chemotherapy administration, symptom management, and palliative care, consistently exceeding care standards. Proven ability to develop individualized nursing care plans and educate patients on treatment options. Collaborative team player focused on improving patient outcomes through high-quality, compassionate care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel RN
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
Fort Smith
12.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Supervised nursing students during clinical rotations and provided constructive feedback.
- Administered medications according to prescribed protocols and patient needs.
- Implemented evidence-based practice standards into daily practice decisions.
RN II Oncology Charge Nurse
Baptist Health
Little Rock
09.2016 - Current
- Administered chemotherapy to oncology patients while monitoring and documenting symptoms and condition changes.
- Documented patient care data, including assessments, interventions, medications, and treatment responses.
- Administered blood transfusions and monitored patients for adverse reactions throughout procedures.
- Monitored lab results and informed medical doctors of any significant changes.
Oncology RN III
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock
05.2015 - 09.2016
- Monitored and recorded symptoms or changes in patients' conditions for accurate assessment.
- Documented patient care data, including assessment results, interventions, and treatment modifications.
- Administered blood transfusions and intravenous infusions while monitoring for adverse reactions.
- Operated and monitored invasive equipment such as colostomy devices and central lines effectively.
RN Charge Nurse
Brookridge Cove
Morrilton
11.2011 - 05.2015
- Managed care for 26 to 34 patients, ensuring high-quality treatment and support.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to identify and implement necessary patient care strategies.
- Served as supervisor during absence of DON/ADON, maintaining operational continuity.
- Supervised nurses' aides and assistants, ensuring adherence to care protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR05-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton
Morrilton, AR12.2012
Diploma - LPN
Baptist Health School of Nursing
Little Rock, AR06.2011
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
University of Arkansas Community College
Morrilton, AR05.2010
Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Critical thinking
- Electronic health records
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Pain management
- IV therapy
- Patient monitoring
- Staff supervision
- Blood product administration
- Infection control
- Chemotherapy drug administration
- Immunotherapy
- Family support and education
- Nutrition support
- Access port care
- End-of-life care
- Side effects management
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Arkansas
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Chemotherapy Certification
- CMSRN National Certification for Medical Surgical Nursing
References
- Norman Swope, Former Nurse Manager of 10A, Baptist Health, norman.swope@va.gov, 501-351-9810
- Laura Marratt, APRN, UAMS Epic, laura.marratt@uams.edu, 501-951-7304
- April Dumond, VA Educator, april.dumond@va.gov, 501-607-3249
Awards
- Daisy Award Nomination, 11/01/19
- Daisy Award Nomination, 10/01/19
- Daisy Award Nomination, 03/01/21
- Daisy Award Nomination, 07/01/21
- Daisy Award Nomination, 05/01/22
- Daisy Award Nomination, 10/01/23
- Daisy Award Nomination, 03/01/24
- Daisy Award Nomination, 04/01/25
- Awards UAMS 'Honor Roll', 03/01/16
Beyond Bedside Duties
- Chair of Oncology Unit Council at Baptist Health
- Member of Oncology Nursing Society - National and Local Chapter
- Best Champion Board 2019 and 2021
- Shared Governance Council Board Member
- RN Preceptor Trained
- Yearly Med-Surgical and Oncology Competency Validator
- Hospital Wide Skin Auditor
Timeline
Travel RN
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
12.2025 - Current
RN II Oncology Charge Nurse
Baptist Health
09.2016 - Current
Oncology RN III
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
05.2015 - 09.2016
RN Charge Nurse
Brookridge Cove
11.2011 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas Tech University
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton
Diploma - LPN
Baptist Health School of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
University of Arkansas Community College