EMMALEE HIBBS
Fort Smith
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with a solid foundation in clinical nursing and extensive experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Demonstrates strong patient advocacy and the ability to deliver high-quality care in dynamic environments. Committed to collaborating effectively within interdisciplinary teams while prioritizing patient-centered approaches.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health
Fort Smith
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive care to critically ill patients in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal recovery.
- Implemented critical care protocols in emergency situations to stabilize patients effectively.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted them according to physician orders or established protocols.
- Assessed patient responses and outcomes to evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions, enhancing care strategies.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
Licensed Practical Nurse - Resource Team
Baptist Health
Fort Smith
08.2022 - 12.2025
- Prioritized and managed care for 5-6 patients per shift, addressing acute changes in condition and collaborating with RNs and providers to ensure timely escalation of care.
- Adapted quickly to new environments and unit-specific protocols, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to maintain safe, consistent patient care.
- Delivered high-quality nursing care to diverse patient populations across medical-surgical and postop units, contributing to effective resource management as part of the hospital-wide float team.
Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing -
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith
12-2025
Certificate of Practical Nursing -
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith
05-2022
Skills
- Compassionate care
- IV therapy
- Patient education
- Adaptability
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Critical care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient assessment
- Ventilator management
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Evidence-based practices
Certification
- Arkansas RN License
- BLS/ACLS Certification
- Moderate Sedation Certification
- Cardiac Rhythm Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Health
01.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse - Resource Team
Baptist Health
08.2022 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science Nursing -
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith
Certificate of Practical Nursing -
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith