1. Jacob Anderson
3821 View Avenue • Roanoke, VA • 810-610-7197 • jkanderson0419@gmail.com
ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA
Masters in Science of Nurse Anesthesia Practice December,2017
University ofTexas Arlington Arlington, TX
Bachelorsin Science of Nursing August 2015
Angelina College Lufkin,TX
Associates in Nursing May, 2013
Elected President of the Student Nurse Organization for four semesters
Fulfilled various clinical requirements covering a variety of nursing positions including mental health,
community nursing, critical care nursing, medical surgical nursing, operating room, cath lab, and nursing
management.
Speaker at both LVN and RN pinning ceremonies
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
LewisGale Medical Center
Registered Nurse- Surgical ICU
Roanoke, VA
2013 – 2015
Work as a member of the interdisciplinary team to achieve a higher level of health and wellness for a high acuity
population in the critical care environment. Carry out physician orders,assessandreport changesin patient status,
make necessary recommendations, and assist in physician procedures at the bedside. Make frequent assessments
of patient status,set short and long term goals, assist with patient hygiene, dietary needs,and psychosocial needs.
Complete yearly training and education requirements. Perform necessary and appropriate life saving procedures
during cardiac and respiratory arrest. Care for post surgical patients with complex co morbidities.
Patient population including, but not limited to, care of neurosurgical, gastrointestinal surgery,
cardiothoracic surgery, vascular surgery, post CABG, CRRT, orthopedic surgery, sepsis, heart
failure, spinal injuries, infectious disease, immunocompromised patients, COPD exacerbation, and
care of the vented patient
Patient care technology used including, but not limited to, telemetry, ventilators, arterial blood
pressure monitoring, swan ganz catheters, external pacemakers, CRRT, defibrillators, balloon
pumps, intra abdominal pressure monitoring, IV pumps, tube feeding pumps, pixis medication
dispensing systems, bipap, ekos, PCA pumps, specialty beds, oxygen delivery systems, EKG,
drainage systems such as chest tubes, Jackson pratt drains, urometers, t-tubes, ostomies, wound
vacuums, foley catheters, and various forms of computer programs used for charting and
coordinating patient care
Nursing responsibilities include, but not limited to, making accurate measurements of patient input
and output, recording and interpret vital signs, reading telemetry rhythm strips, administering
medication, titration of critical drips and patient sedation, appropriate documentation of nursing
actions, performing wound care,and administration of tube feeding
Long Term Care Experience;
Pinecrest Retirement Community
Southland Rehabilitation and Health Care Center
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Lufkin, TX
2012 – 2013
Provide nursing care to an older population with an emphasis on dementia and medical surgical issues. Ensure
dignity in end of life care by providing for patient comfort and highest possible level of wellness. Lead a team of
medical staff to provide for patient needs.
2. Leadership duties include leading a team of 10 – 12 medical aides, certified nurse assistants, and
resident assistants to provide the highest quality of care possible to residents. Coordinated team
efforts amongst the 3 Pinecrest assisted living units housing 60 – 70 residents. Achieved Status of
Charge Nurse in only two months. Plan and carry out resident activities.
Nursing duties include coordination of care of residents in rehabilitation with physical therapy,
occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Work with Medicare/Medicaid charting systems in order
to ensure correct billing and processing. Chart and document hourly and daily resident assessments.
Working with hospice to ensure dignity in end of life care and provide comfort and information for
families during transitional life events
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Student Nurse Organization
President
Lufkin, TX
2012-2013
Organized community service projects utilization both physical and human resources to accomplish
specific goals including:
o Breast Cancer Research Foundation; organized t-shirt sale and raised $1800
o Donated pillows to Sweet Dreams Soldiers, an organization that sends decorated pillows
oversees to American troops
o Collected and delivered donated activity supplies for the The Burke Center; a mental health
facility specialized in treatment of mental health patients
Raised money for two pinning ceremonies by:
o Carrying out multiple class t-shirt sales
o Organizing a large box lunch sale
Organized class pinning ceremonies for RN and LVN including slide shows, speakers,purchasing pins
and decorations, organization of procession, and working auditorium technicians.
Early Morning Seminary
Class Teacher
Lufkin, TX
2010-2012
Taught early morning scripture study class to high school students at 6 a.m. Monday-Friday
Prepared five lessons a week lasting an hour each
Keep student engaged and excited to learn while helping promote mental, spiritual, and social well being
Teach good habits to students to help them prepare to become healthy, happy adults
The Church of Jesus Christ ofLatter-day Saints
Zone Leader and District leader Recife, Brazil
2007-2009
Worked a vigorous schedule 75 hours a week as a dedicated volunteer in various cities of Pernambuco, Brazil
Excelled in various leadership positions managing and training a staff of 15 to 25 volunteers in a foreign
country
Elders QuorumPresident Roanoke, VA
2013-Current
Organize home teaching routes for monthly visits to each family living within ward boundaries
Perform monthly interviews of quorum members to care for mental, moral, and physical well-being of families
Coordinate large groups of people to perform service projects both planned and spontaneous according to the
needs of the community
Teach lessons, conduct meetings, and make decisions on quorum affairs
Extend assignments to others to help serve in various responsibilities
CERTIFICATIONS & INTERESTS
Husband and Father
Eagle Scout rank in 2006; organized comfort kits for policeman and fireman to give to children in times of
crisis or disaster
Marathon and Ultramarathon Runner- Completed 50 kilometer, 50 mile, and 100 miles runs
ACLS and BLS certified by the AHA
Speak, read, and write fluent Portuguese
Woodworker and Furniture Builder
Acoustic Guitar Player