Jennifer Tumulty
Oceanside
Summary
Compassionate and highly skilled Registered Nurse with over 10 years of nursing experience, including 9 years in inpatient hospice care and prior acute care in medical-surgical telemetry. Proven ability to manage complex patient needs, administer high-risk IV medications including narcotics and sedatives, and collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams. Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills, with a calm, focused approach to high-acuity situations. Seeking to contribute to Sharp HospiceCare’s mission by providing expert, compassionate end-of-life care in a day-shift clinical nurse role.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice RN – Inpatient Unit
Franciscan Inpatient Hospice House
07.2016 - 07.2025
- Delivered 24/7 high-acuity nursing care across multiple hospice levels: General Inpatient (GIP), Respite, and Routine care
- Served as Charge Nurse, supervising RNs, CNAs, and support staff to ensure consistent, high-quality care
- Facilitated patient admissions including clinical assessments, EMR documentation (Epic, HomeCare, HomeBase), and family communications
- Provided emotional support during psychosocial crises, coordinating with social work and spiritual care teams
- Managed complex symptom control with IV narcotics, sedatives, and continuous infusion titration
- Educated patients and families on disease progression, end-of-life expectations, and comfort care strategies
- Delivered respectful post-mortem care supporting patient dignity and family grieving processes
Medical-Surgical/Telemetry RN
Saint Joseph Medical Center
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Provided care to post-surgical and telemetry patients with acute and chronic illnesses
- Monitored cardiac rhythms, administered IV medications, and managed complex infusion therapies
- Supported patients with chest tubes, tracheostomies, and dialysis needs
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds and discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Pierce College Nursing Program
Puyallup, WA01.2014
Skills
- Hospice & Palliative Care
- Complex Symptom Management & IV Medication Administration
- End-of-Life Care & Family Education
- EMR Documentation (Epic, HomeCare, HomeBase)
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Crisis Intervention & Emotional Support
- Charge Nurse Leadership
- Floating Between Facilities
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) – California (Active)
- Registered Nurse (RN) – Washington (Active)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification – Will obtain within 90 days
- Faith Community Nursing Certificate – Pacific Lutheran University, 2018
Timeline
Hospice RN – Inpatient Unit
Franciscan Inpatient Hospice House
07.2016 - 07.2025
Medical-Surgical/Telemetry RN
Saint Joseph Medical Center
08.2014 - 07.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Pierce College Nursing Program
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