Mary Allen
Winston-Salem
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Emergency Department Nurse with extensive experience at Novant Health, excelling in patient assessment and emergency response. Proven ability to manage critical situations with calmness and critical thinking, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in triage and conflict resolution, consistently delivering high-quality care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
System Wide Flex Nurse, Emergency Department
Cone Health System
Greensboro
05.2023 - Current
- Delivered patient care across diverse medical settings while ensuring comfort and safety.
- Conducted triage to prioritize patient care based on condition severity.
- Served as Charge Nurse in all facilities, overseeing nursing staff and operations.
- Assisted in Trauma Bays, providing critical support during emergencies.
Travel ED Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
11.2021 - Current
- Traveled to Duke Regional Hospital (11/21-02/22), Watauga Medical in Boone, NC (02/22-02/23)and Mint Hill Novant Health in Charlotte, NC (02/23-PRESENT)
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximise positive outcomes.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
ED Registered Nurse
Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
07.2012 - 11.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed 7-8 patients at one time as well as charge nurse roles.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
Certified Nursing Assistant
Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
08.2009 - 07.2012
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls
Flight Attendant
Delta Air Lines, Inc
08.1994 - 09.2006
- Ensured aircraft and passenger compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and safety guidance.
- Ensure safety and comfort of customers onboard aircraft.
- Resolved passenger situations during flight involving disorderly passengers and medical emergencies.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-salem, NC05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Romance Languages - Spanish And Portuguese
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05.1991
Skills
- Patient assessment and education
- Emergency response and triage
- Medical documentation
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
System Wide Flex Nurse, Emergency Department
Cone Health System
05.2023 - Current
Travel ED Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
11.2021 - Current
ED Registered Nurse
Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
07.2012 - 11.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
08.2009 - 07.2012
Flight Attendant
Delta Air Lines, Inc
08.1994 - 09.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Romance Languages - Spanish And Portuguese
University of Georgia