CHRISTINA KNIGHT
APEX
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with a diverse background in medical-surgical care, postpartum care, office administration, and customer-centered services. Proficient in various nursing specialties, evidence-based practice, and process improvement. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving abilities and strong leadership skills, consistently excelling in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse (Medical - Surgical RN)
UNC REX Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Provided leadership and clinical oversight for up to 31 patients daily in a prominent regional referral hospital's Medical-Surgical Unit.
- Led a team of 10 nurses and support staff, coordinating patient care and ensuring adherence to best practices and protocols
- Managed daily operations, including patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring a smooth workflow and high-quality care
- Executed evidence-based practices that enhanced patient outcomes.
- Conducted regular staff training and performance evaluations, enhancing team skills and maintaining high levels of staff engagement
- Oversaw patient assessments, medication administration, and care plan development, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
- Cultivated and sustained connections with patients and families, enhancing satisfaction scores by 15%.
Multi-Care Technician
East Alabama Medical Center
02.2017 - 05.2022
- Served as a multi-care technician for a mother baby unit of a 340-bed regional referral medical center, providing clinical services and ongoing support to approximately six patients daily
- Documented and tracked patient data, including vital signs, eating habits, behavior, treatments, and discharge plans.
- Provided patients with assistance in bathing, dressing, and/or grooming, demonstrating these skills as necessary
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals during clinical procedures.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient condition to maintain comprehensive care.
Childcare Teacher
Milestones Learning Center
03.2015 - 02.2017
- Offered primary instruction and administrative support to children aged two to three in Lee County school district, Auburn, AL.
- Facilitated and instructed over 14 children through daily classroom instruction and self-directed activities geared at developing skills paramount to early childhood cognition
- Supported learning concept reinforcement through one-on-one and group tutoring sessions.
- Provided action plans and guidance for sustained success.
Sales Associate
Body Central Clothing Store
01.2013 - 03.2015
- Maintained inventory, delivered exceptional customer care, and performed various support duties at a well-known regional organization.
- Maintained store organization to boost customer engagement.
- Leveraged exceptional understanding of products, supporting an average of 100 customers per day and contributing to a 10% increase in total sales.
- Instructed new hires in operational procedures and organizational methods.
Education
ASSOCIATES DEGREE - NURSING
CHATTAHOOCHEE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Phenix City, AL05.2022
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
ELMORE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
Eclectic, AL05.2012
Skills
- Patient-Centered Nursing Care
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Postpartum Operations
- Interpersonal Communication
- Comprehensive Surgical Support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Leadership Skills
- Evidence - Based Practice
- Multi-tasking strength
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Duty delegation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Charting and documenting
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound care
- Student precepting
Certification
Multi State Board Certified Registered Nurse, License # 348281
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED NURSE
Timeline
Charge Nurse (Medical - Surgical RN)
UNC REX Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2024
Multi-Care Technician
East Alabama Medical Center
02.2017 - 05.2022
Childcare Teacher
Milestones Learning Center
03.2015 - 02.2017
Sales Associate
Body Central Clothing Store
01.2013 - 03.2015
Multi State Board Certified Registered Nurse, License # 348281
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
ASSOCIATES DEGREE - NURSING
CHATTAHOOCHEE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
ELMORE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
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