ESA Central Jersey Bariatrics, LLC

Jessica Wolski

Jessica J. Wolski

Education         

2003 - 2006     Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ
                            Master of Science in Physician Assistant 
                            Dean's List

2000 - 2003     Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ
                            Bachelor of Science in Biology
                            University Scholarship
                            Dean's List

Certification

2006 - Present       National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants

2005 - Present       Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certified               

2004 - Present       American Heart Association BLS (CPR) Certified

Clinical Experience

4/06 - 5/06           Emergency Medical Offices, Berkley Heights, NJ
                           Outpatient Rotation #3

• Performing initial evaluations of a patient with an acute complaint
• Using SOAP notes to record the history and physical examination of patients
• Development of a working knowledge of appropriate laboratory and special studies necessary to evaluate a patient's problem
• Participation of routine outpatient procedures such as injections, suture removal, ear irrigation, etc.
• Providing patient education and counseling for a variety of ambulatory care problems as well as providing information regarding illness prevention

4/10 - 4/21/06     St. Michael's Medical Center, Newark, NJ
                          Pharmacy Rotation

• Medication side effects
• Understanding indications for use and appropriate dosages of various pharmacologic agents

2/06 - 3/06          Monmouth Medical Center, West Long Branch, NJ
                          Emergency Department Rotation

• Mastery of techniques such as suturing and splinting
• Ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic tests
• Counseling and educating patients regarding post-emergency care such as wound care or head trauma instructions
• Arranging appropriate follow-up care and/or referral when necessary
• Administration of emergency life-saving treatment when necessary

 1/06 - 2/06        Dr. Michael Zaboski's Office, Elizabeth, NJ
                         Outpatient Rotation #2

• Performing initial evaluations of a patient with an acute complaint
• Evaluating the progress of a patient with chronic problems
• Using SOAP notes to record the history and physical examination of patients
• Development of a working knowledge of appropriate laboratory and special studies necessary to evaluate a patient's problem
• Participation of routine outpatient procedures such as venipuncture, injections, suture removal, ear irrigation, obtaining cultures, performing punch biopsies, etc.
• Providing patient education and counseling for a variety of ambulatory care problems as well as providing information regarding illness prevention
• Obtaining a working knowledge of community resources that may be helpful to patients in need of support or referral

 1/06 - 1/23/06     St. Joseph's Medical Center, Paterson, NJ
                          Orthopedic Surgery

• Performing complete preoperative history and physical examinations
• Performing preoperative procedures such as catheterizations and starting IVs
• Assisting in a variety of surgeries such as knee arthroplasties, shoulder arthroscopies, open reduction and internal fixation of fractures, and total hip replacement
• Performing postoperative checks and procedures such as drain removal

11/05 - 12/12/05   Dr. Nancy Lentine's Office, Little Falls, NJ
                            Outpatient #1 Rotation

• Performing complete history and physical examinations
• Performing routine procedures such as venipuncture, injections, tympanograms, and ear wax removal
• Interpreting laboratory data and special studies
• Understanding the use of herbal medicines and hormone therapy
• Performing laser spider vein and laser hair removal therapy
• Providing thorough patient education and counseling

10/05 - 11/18/05   Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Newark, NJ
                            Psychiatry

• Performing an appropriate psychiatric history and physical examination
• Recognizing common psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia or depression
• Participation in team conferences and therapeutic programs
• Obtaining a thorough knowledge of various treatment modalities available to psychiatric patients such as psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and support groups

9/05 - 10/21/05     St. Francis Medical Center, Trenton, NJ
                            Critical Care

• Identification, evaluation, and management of common pulmonary and critical care disorders such as respiratory failure and hypertensive crisis
• Following and charting the progress of assigned patients
• Ordering and interpreting laboratory results
• Assisting with special procedures such as bronchoscopy, intubation, and central lines
• Understanding the management of patients being maintained on assisted ventilation 

8/05 - 9/05          JFK Medical Center, Edison, NJ
                          Long Term Care

• Performing appropriate geriatric assessments including complete history and physical examinations and evaluation of patient's functional status
• Recognizing limitations in a patient's ability to perform ADL's and IADL's
• Participating in team conferences and therapeutic programs
• Recognizing common geriatric clinical presentations especially complications associated with chronic medical conditions

4/05 - 6/05         Columbus Hospital, Newark, NJ
                         Pediatrics

• Performing complete history and physical examinations of patients with acute problems
• Performing appropriate examinations of newborns including evaluation of APGAR scores
• Performing complete well baby history and physical examinations including diet, activity, and developmental growth
• Obtaining knowledge of the most up-to-date immunization recommendations

4/05 - 4/22/05     JFK Medical Center, Edison, NJ
                          Neurology

• Performing complete neurological examinations and recognizing abnormal findings
• Recognizing signs of stroke, seizures, and movement disorders
• Observing and participating in neurological procedures such as EEG, EMG, CT Scans, and MRI

2/05 - 4/8/05      Columbus Hospital, Newark, NJ
                        Obstetrics and Gynecology

• Performing complete OB/GYN history and physical examinations
• Performing routine gynecologic tests and procedures such as Pap smears, cervical cultures, etc
• Assisting in procedures such as colposcopy, pelvic ultrasound, and amniocentesis
• Assisting in the management and treatment of patients with sexually transmitted diseases
• Counseling patients requiring pre-natal care including recognizing obstetric complications or emergencies
• Evaluating the patient who presents in labor and assisting in normal spontaneous vaginal deliveries and Cesarean sections including examination of umbilical cord and placenta for abnormalities and performance and repair of episiotomies
• Assisting in gynecologic surgery and providing post-operative care

1/05 - 2/25/05     St. Francis Medical Center, Trenton, NJ
                          General Surgery

• Performing complete preoperative history and physical
• Performing preoperative procedures such as catheterization and starting IVs
• Assisting in the operating room procedures such as clamping, retracting, suctioning, and suturing
• Providing postoperative care including dressing changes, suture removal, fluid and electrolyte maintenance, and monitoring for post-operative complications
• Providing post-operative information and education to surgical patients 

10/04 - 12/04     Jersey City Medical Center, Jersey City, NJ
                         Internal Medicine Rotation

• Mastery of complete history and physical taking
• Patient presentation on rounds
• Assisting with bed-side procedures such as lumbar punctures
• Understanding the need for specialty consultation
• Interpreting laboratory data, including radiologic and special studies
• Following and charting the daily progress of patients, including the daily orders

Professional Affiliations

2003 - Present          American Academy of Physician Assistants 

2003 - Present          New Jersey State Society of Physician Assistants

2003 - 2006             PASSSHU, Seton Hall University Physician Assistant Student Society