Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Atrium Health Pineville, Progressive Care Unit
10.2023 - Current
Administered and evaluated patient’s response to medication regiment and treatments and adjusted care plan accordingly
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary
Determined unsafe and declining patient conditions and followed protocol to ensure best outcome for the patient’s health
Educated patient and family members on treatments, medications, diagnosis, conditions, and safety interventions
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs
Patient Care Assistant/ Health Unit Coordinator
Dayton Children's Hospital
02.2020 - 04.2022
Advocated for children and families to gain access to resources needed for safe and effective traveling arrangements
Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
Coordinated patient bed placement and room readiness for a 32-bed unit to ensure efficient admissions and transfers
Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes
Educated new nursing assistant hires on obtaining and documenting accurate patient data within their scope of practice
Enforced and educated patients and families on visitor restrictions and exceptions during a pandemic
Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare staff to ensure understanding and address concerns
Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northeastern University
Charlotte, NC
08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Ohio University
Athens, OH
12.2019
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Infection control measures
Professional bedside manner
Patient and family advocacy
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Precepting
Team coordination
HIPAA education
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Affiliations
August 2018-August 2019
Treasurer, Ohio University Western Equestrian
Board member and third seat of an organization with twenty-five members
Collected and enforced organization dues to finance lessons, shows, equipment, hotels, and team building activities
Collaborated with board members to establish accommodations, rides, food, and equipment necessary for weekend long shows
Organized fundraising events and increased organizations profits by 15% to lower show dues for all members
Participated as an active member of weekly meetings and lessons, monthly university financial meetings, and monthly financial advisor meetings
Provided resources to members struggling financially, such as show equipment and outfits
August 2016-August 2017
Member, National Society of Leadership and Success
Identified skills well established and lacking in communication such as public and motivational speaking
Created step by step goals with mentors to better understand strengths and weaknesses of personalized short and long-term goals
Attended monthly seminars and member activities based around teambuilding and conflict resolution
Represented and promoted the organization through education of member benefits, to increase the number of members