Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in patient education, infection control, and clinical judgment. Proven ability to mentor staff and enhance patient management, ensuring high standards of care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
St Vincent Morrilton
Morrilton, AR
01.2010 - Current
Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, facilitating timely interventions.
Educated patients on health management and disease prevention, enhancing their understanding of care plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that address patient needs effectively.
Mentored junior nursing staff on clinical best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
Conducted training sessions for new hires on hospital policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to standards of care.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Science
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
08-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College At Morrilton
Morrilton, AR
12-2009
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Infection control measures
Patient management
Patient evaluation
Telemetry monitoring
Nursing staff leadership
Precepting
Certification
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) - 05/09/2022 - 05/08/2027
RN License - expires 02/28/2027
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St Vincent Morrilton
01.2010 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing Science
Walden University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College At Morrilton
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