I am seeking a position with professional growth potential and longevity, where company expectations are high and strong work ethics are expected. I am a motivated, accomplished and energetic RN with 27 years nursing experience involving direct patient care and leadership responsibilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BSN, RN, SANE/FNE
McLeod Health
Myrtle Beach, SC
12.2019 - Current
Administer medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ conditions in collaboration with physicians to improve patient outcomes.
Improve patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions
Document treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Provide compassionate, holistic nursing care that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Serve in a leadership/preceptor role providing valuable constructive feedback while promoting experiences and learning opportunities to foster professional growth.
Provide skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Deliver high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
BSN,RN, FNE/SANE
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Raleigh, NC
03.2007 - Current
Direct or supervise nursing or healthcare personnel to maximize patient flow, safety, and efficiency.
Educate staff, patients/families on topics such as health education and disease prevention.
Perform leadership functions such as taking responsibility for staff; fiscal responsibility in accordance to staffing patterns/needs.
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ conditions in collaboration with physicians to improve patient outcomes.
Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses to treatment.
Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
Perform physical examinations and treat intermediate and/or critically ill adult and pediatric patients using the nursing process.
Observe nurses and visit patients to ensure quality safe nursing care is provided utilizing the nursing process.
Perform sexual assault kits and assist with evidence collection.
BSN, RN, SANE/FNE
Dosher Memorial Hospital
Southport, NC
12.2019 - 08.2025
Administered medication and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
Provided education and support to patients and families regarding health management.
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ conditions in collaboration with physicians to improve patient outcomes.
Led initiatives to improve patient care quality and streamline workflows.
Evaluated patient responses to treatment, adjusting care plans accordingly.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Manager, RN, FNE/SANE
Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center
Bolivia, NC
07.2017 - 11.2019
Direct or supervise nursing or healthcare personnel to maximize patient flow, safety, and efficiency.
Educate staff, patients/families on topics such as health education and disease prevention.
Perform leadership functions such as taking responsibility for staff; fiscal responsibility in accordance to staffing patterns/needs and manage ED operations/productivity
Create and maintain operational/capital budgets within specified guidlines
Communicate departmental goals and growth to administration and staff.
Manage performance of staff and provide direct feedback for goals achieved and opportunities of improvement.
Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
Observe nurses and visit patients to ensure quality safe nursing care is provided.
Perform sexual assault kits and assist with evidence collection.
Participate in Southeastern NC disaster management coalition and provide updates to the facility and staff.
RN, FNE/SANE
Duke University Medical Center
Durham, NC
08.1999 - 03.2007
Direct or supervise less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel to maximize patient flow, safety, and efficiency.
Educate staff, patients/families on topics such as health education and disease prevention.
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ conditions in collaboration with physicians to improve patient outcomes.
Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses to treatment.
Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
Perform physical examinations and treat intermediate and/or critically ill adult and pediatric patients using the nursing process.
Perform sexual assault kits and assist with evidence collection.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UNCW College
Wilmington, NC
08.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Heartland Community College
Bloomington, IL
05.1999
Skills
Exceptional Judgment & Critical Thinking Skills
Encourages Collaboration of Team Members
Delegates Tasks and Responsibilities to Maximize Resources
Proficient Time Management
Excels at Multitasking Under Pressure
Strong Effective Communication Skills
Functional Spanish
Fiscally Responsible
Highly Skilled in Multiple Electronic Charting Programs
Leadership and Supervision of Staff
Facilitates Patient Flow
Serves as a Unit Resource via Leadership and Preceptor Roles
Highly Competent in Providing Quality and Safe Patient Care Using a Family Centered Focus