Christy Davis
Jonesboro
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse skilled in team leadership, patient care, and mentoring. Proven ability to facilitate patient transitions and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality care and improved outcomes in diverse clinical settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, ANC
NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital
Jonesboro, AR
10.2016 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St Bernard’s Medical Center
Jonesboro, AR
05.2009 - 09.2016
- Administered emergency medications and treatments in high-pressure situations to stabilize critically ill patients.
- Educated patients and families regarding treatment plans, recovery processes, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Streamlined triage processes to enhance patient flow, reducing wait times for critical interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
Patient Care Technician
St Bernard’s Medical Center
Jonesboro, AR
07.2007 - 05.2009
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and support.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Administered medications as directed, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05.2009
Skills
- Team leadership
- Mentoring and coaching
- Compassionate and patient
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Accomplishments
Living the mission 2013
CNO award 2020
Preceptor award 2025
Nursing Excellence in Cardiovascular Nursing 2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ANC
NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital
10.2016 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St Bernard’s Medical Center
05.2009 - 09.2016
Patient Care Technician
St Bernard’s Medical Center
07.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University