Cassandra Lovins
Sidney
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with experience as CNA, LPN, and RN, including management roles and clinical instruction. Skilled in staff recruitment, training development, and program implementation that enhances nursing competencies and patient care quality. Committed to fostering collaborative team environments and addressing challenges with strong problem-solving abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Nursing Unit Manager
The Springs of Batesville.
Batesville
09.2020 - Current
- Managed nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Coordinated daily operations of nursing unit to enhance workflow and patient care.
- Developed staff schedules to optimize coverage and meet patient needs effectively.
- Implemented training programs for new nurses to improve skill development and integration into team.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare teams for improved patient outcomes and collaboration.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Monitored nursing staff performance to uphold compliance with facility policies and ensure quality care.
- Ensured adequate staffing levels by recruiting, interviewing, hiring, orienting new employees.
- Worked in various roles within the facility, including wound care and floor nursing, to support patient needs.
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Clinical Instructor
UACCB
Batesville
07.2024 - 12.2025
- Guided students in hands-on patient care and assessment techniques, fostering practical skills essential for clinical practice.
- Evaluated student performance against established nursing competencies and standards, ensuring readiness for professional practice.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance nursing curriculum and instructional methods.
- Mentored students to enhance learning experiences, promoting confidence and competence in clinical settings.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards in clinical education programs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by encouraging critical thinking skills among students.
ER Nurse
White River Medical Center
Batesville
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Respond swiftly to emergency situations and implement life-saving measures.
- Triage patients to prioritize care based on severity of conditions.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitor vital signs and record changes in patient health status.
- Educate patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Ozarka College
Melbourne, AR01.2024
Certificate of Technical Studies - Licensed Practical Nurse
Ozarka College
Melbourne, AR07.2017
Skills
- Patient care management
- Clinical leadership
- Nursing expertise
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Wound care management
- Patient education
- Electronic health records
- Staff recruitment
- Performance evaluation
- Training development
- Training programs
- Student mentorship
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- SBAR communication
- Conflict resolution
- Direct nursing care
- ADL assistance
- Intravenous therapy
- Blood draw techniques
- Antibiotic therapy
- IV fluid management
- Maintaining sterile fields
- Peripheral IV insertion
- PICC line maintenance
- PICC line care
- Vitals monitoring
- Geriatric care
- Dementia care
- Multitasking
- Clinical protocols
- Professional bedside manner
- CPR/AED
Certification
Basic Life support
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Clinical Instructor
UACCB
07.2024 - 12.2025
Nursing Unit Manager
The Springs of Batesville.
09.2020 - Current
ER Nurse
White River Medical Center
08.2017 - 08.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Ozarka College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Licensed Practical Nurse
Ozarka College