Jennifer Callard

Experience

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  University of Maryland Medical Center

  Feb 2004 - Feb 2006

  Provide care and served as charge nurse for a 12-bed unit with 6 telemetry beds for trauma patients with external fixative devices on arms and legs, large and extensive wounds, complicated pain management issues and neck, back and torso braces Worked collaboratively with doctors, nurse practitioners, medical students, Acute Pain Management, Wound Care, Nutrition Physical and Occupational Therapy, and other health care professionals to provide a complete plan of care Titrated heparin and insulin drips, administered complicated wound care which included vac dressings, performed tracheostomy care, managed gastrostomy tube feedings and provided compassionate care to patients who were in not only physical but also emotional distress Show less Administer life-saving treatment to children with conditions ranging from heart failure, complications from cancer treatments, acute respiratory distress, RSV, diabetic ketoacidosis, trauma and abuse and abdominal surgery Titrated drips of life-saving medications and sedatives, monitor arterial pressure, work with respiratory therapy to optimize oxygenation with either external devices or ventilators, provide comfort and basic care for babies and children, support and educate family members Show less

  • Staff RN - 6th Floor

    Aug 2005 - Feb 2006

  • Staff RN - 4th Floor

    Sept 2004 - Aug 2005

  • Pediatric RN

    Feb 2004 - Sept 2004
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  Beebe Healthcare

  Sept 2006 - Feb 2016

  Provide critical care to patients post-operatively from a variety of surgeries including vascular, oncology, OB-GYN, bariatric, abdominal and orthopedic, and stabilize patients for transfer to home or back to the floor Titrate drips of critical medicines and sedatives, monitor arterial pressure, calculate cardiac output, assess the need for supplemental oxygen using either external devices or with ventilator support Provide patient education regarding medication, discharge instructions, dressing changes and special appliances such as drains or catheters that they may go home with Educate staff on current topics and yearly skills as member of the education committee Show less Served as a member of the Rapid Response Team, which responds to Code Blue events hospital-wide whose duties include rapid and through assessment of the patient and initiating life-saving treatment Served as a Trauma Team member and responded to ED when trauma patients arrived. Acted as a critical care resource, started and titrated critical care medication drips, assisted in properly moving and positioning patients Provide care and served as charge nurse of a 14 bed medical and surgical ICU for patients suffering life-threatening conditions, including acute congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, acute respiratory failure, multiple organ dysfunction syndrome, stroke and disseminated intravascular coagulopathy Collaborated with doctors and other members of health care team to develop plan of care, served as liaison to medical team for family members and offered compassionate support for grieving families with the help of chaplains and patient advocates Show less

  • RN Post Anesthesia Care Unit

    Apr 2010 - Feb 2016

  • Critical Care RN

    Sept 2006 - Apr 2010
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  Georgetown Medical Associates

  Feb 2016 - now

  Family Nurse Practitioner

  Successfully managed high-volume patient load, averaging 20 patients per day, spanning across age spectrum from 2 years and older.● Conducted thorough assessments, diagnosed and treated wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, and collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.● Delivered patient education on chronic disease management and health promotion.● Maintained meticulous electronic health records (EHR), ensuring accurate and up-to-date documentation.● Served as preceptor for nurse practitioner students, offering valuable clinical guidance and fostering their professional development.● Acted as mentor to new nurse practitioners, providing support and sharing best practices to enhance their patient care skills.● As senior team member, actively participated in decision-making regarding practice management and staff supervision, contributing to overall success of organization. Show less

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  Ronin Medical Solutions

  Jul 2022 - now

  Nurse Practitioner, Cannabis Consultant

  Proficient in providing patient education on safe and effective use of cannabis for range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, insomnia, and pain relief.● In-depth knowledge of endocannabinoid system (ECS) and its role in regulating physiological processes, allowing for informed discussions with patients about how cannabis interacts with ECS.● Educated patients on distinctions between traditional pharmaceuticals and herbal medicines, helping them make informed choices regarding treatment options.● Guided patients on how to titrate cannabis doses effectively, emphasizing importance of starting with low doses and gradually increasing to find optimal therapeutic level.● Demonstrated expertise in explaining role of terpenes and their synergistic effects with cannabinoids, enabling patients to select strains that match their specific needs.● Advised patients on most appropriate form of cannabis (e.g., flower, tinctures, edibles, topical preparations) for particular conditions, taking into account factors such as onset time and duration of effects. Show less