Waynika Hampton
River Place Behavioral Health
Slidell
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience
Registered Nursing professional with strong expertise in Medical-Surgical Unit. Skilled in patient care, wound management, medication administration, and post-operative monitoring. Focused on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, known for effective communication and critical thinking abilities.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
3 Months- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Registered Nurse
1 Year- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patients' mental health status and needs.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, coping strategies, and medication management.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Registered Nurse
6 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
LPN Charge Nurse/ Obgyn Nurse
2 Years 3 Months- Assisted in prenatal and postnatal assessments to ensure optimal patient health.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in obstetric care settings.
- Educated patients on maternal health practices and newborn care protocols.
- Supported laboring mothers throughout the birthing process with pain management techniques, position changes, emotional encouragement, and ongoing communication with the healthcare team.
- Educated new parents on essential newborn care practices including bathing, diapering, cord care, sleep safety guidelines, and signs of illness or developmental concerns.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Strong clinical judgment
Compassion and empathy
IV setup
Intravenous therapy
Care planning
Physical assessments
Licensed RN
Telemetry monitoring
Tracheostomy care
Lab result interpretation
EMR systems
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Insulin medication assistance
ADL assistance
Chronic disease management
Diabetes and nutrition education
Hospice and palliative care
Mental health nursing
Seizure management
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS Training
- NIH Stroke scale
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Ochsner Health Center
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse
River Place Behavioral Health
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse
South East Louisiana Home Health
07.2025 - 01.2026Read More
LPN Charge Nurse/ Obgyn Nurse
Lcmc Health
01.2021 - 04.2023Read More
Capella University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Pearl River Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse from Nursing
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