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Haley Austin

Benton

Summary

Dynamic Charge Nurse with extensive experience at UAMS Baptist Health Cancer Clinic, excelling in patient advocacy and clinical leadership. Skilled in decision-making and fostering collaboration among healthcare teams for improved patient outcomes. Experienced with overseeing patient care. Utilizes leadership and clinical expertise to ensure efficient and effective healthcare delivery. Track record of maintaining high standards in patient safety and quality care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Charge Nurse

UAMS Baptist Health Cancer Clinic
02.2024 - Current
  • Trained new staff in the daily operations of the clinic flow.
  • Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
  • Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
  • Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
  • Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.

Registered Nurse

UAMS Hospital
06.2023 - 02.2024
  • Exhibited strong critical thinking skills in responding to emergencies such as postpartum hemorrhage or neonatal resuscitation, collaborating with the healthcare team to provide prompt interventions and stabilize patients'' conditions.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assisted physicians in performing various procedures such as epidurals, cesarean sections, vacuum-assisted deliveries, and forceps deliveries for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and thorough education on labor and delivery procedures.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Rapides Women's & Children's Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY AT ALEXANDRIA
Alexandria, LA
12-2021

Skills

  • Decision-making
  • Clinical leadership
  • Care coordination
  • Patient care
  • Patient advocacy

Timeline

Charge Nurse

UAMS Baptist Health Cancer Clinic
02.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

UAMS Hospital
06.2023 - 02.2024

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Rapides Women's & Children's Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2023

Associate of Science - Nursing

LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY AT ALEXANDRIA
Haley Austin