Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Bernards Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols for pediatric patients.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, adjusting care as necessary.
Educated families on care procedures and health management for pediatric needs.
Administered critical care protocols to manage complex patient conditions effectively.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patient responses to treatments, ensuring timely interventions.
Educated patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care strategies.
Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Conducted comprehensive assessments, prioritizing urgent care needs in high-pressure environments.
Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
Registered Nurse
Thrive Pediatric Home Health
05.2023 - 07.2024
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Registered Nurse
Outpatient Surgery Center of Jonesboro
05.2022 - 05.2023
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
01.2022 - 05.2022
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Registered Nurse
St. Bernards Medical Center
12.2017 - 01.2022
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
12-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
12-2017
Certificate - Nursing
Arkansas State University - Newport
Marked Tree
05-2016
High School Diploma -
Bay High School
Bay
11-2027
Skills
Appointment Scheduling
Wound Care
Diabetes Management
Care Planning
Chronic Disease Management
Nursing Staff Leadership
SBAR Communication
Patient Monitoring
Chart Updating
HIPAA Education
Patient Discharge
Immunization Skills
Culturally Sensitive
Feeding Assistance
Emotional Awareness
Inpatient and Outpatient Care
IV and Venipuncture Certified
Home Health Care
Tracheostomy Care
Managing Deadlines
Gastrostomy Tube Care
Ventilator Care
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Medication and IV administration
Accomplishments
Critical Care Charge Nurse
Currently on honor roll in Master's program
Affiliations
In my spare time I work with my husband at our cattle farm.