Accomplished and diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
West Carroll Health Systems
12.2022 - Current
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Assistant Director of Nursing; ED Supervisor
West Carroll Health Systems
12.2022 - Current
Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Richland Parish Hospital
06.2020 - 12.2022
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
01.2020 - 06.2020
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Francis Medical Center
07.2019 - 11.2019
Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Education
Certificate - Advance Provider To Paramedic
Crowder College
Neosho
12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisiana
Monroe, LA
05.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Louisiana Delta Community College
Monroe, LA
12.2022
Technical Diploma - Practical Nursing
Louisiana Delta Community College
Monroe, LA
05.2019
Skills
EKG Interpretation
Patient Assessments
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Medication Administration
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Patient and family advocacy
Patient Condition Monitoring
Emergency Diagnostics
Cardiac monitors
Attention to Detail
Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
West Carroll Health Systems
12.2022 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing; ED Supervisor
West Carroll Health Systems
12.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Richland Parish Hospital
06.2020 - 12.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
01.2020 - 06.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Francis Medical Center
07.2019 - 11.2019
Certificate - Advance Provider To Paramedic
Crowder College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisiana
Associate of Science - Nursing
Louisiana Delta Community College
Technical Diploma - Practical Nursing
Louisiana Delta Community College
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