Addyson Atchley
Grandfield,USA
Summary
Offering passion for patient care and strong desire to learn and grow in healthcare setting. Brings understanding of basic medical procedures and patient monitoring, ready to use and develop skills in patient care and support as a registered nurse in the emergency department. Eager to contribute to team-focused environment and deliver quality healthcare services to the public.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Technician | Emergency Department
Memorial Health System of Southwest Oklahoma
Lawton, OK
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in assigned duties within the nursing unit.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Nurse Technician | Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Memorial Health System of Southwest Oklahoma
Lawton, OK
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Implemented fall prevention strategies, reducing patient injuries and increasing overall safety within the healthcare facility.
- Contributed to the prevention of hospital-acquired infections by strictly following hand hygiene guidelines and utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Facilitated patient mobility with assistance in walking and transferring, promoting faster recovery.
- Enhanced team efficiency by restocking supplies and preparing equipment for procedures.
- Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, contributing to accuracy of medical records and treatment plans.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
Nurse Technician | Adult Psychiatric Unit
Memorial Health System of Southwest Oklahoma
Lawton, OK
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support to patients during daily activities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Enhanced patient comfort by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and monitoring vital signs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations, fostering trust and open communication.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in assigned duties within the nursing unit.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop care plans that addressed specific patient needs and goals.
Records Control Clerk | Public Health
Comanche County Health Department
Lawton, OK
05.2023 - 06.2025
- Provided quality interactions to the public by answering questions regarding public health such as vaccines, STD testing, and insurance.
- Organizing and assisting in vaccine clinics.
- Handling, scheduling, and documenting in patient records.
- Labeling and preparing specimens in the lab for courier pickup.
- Assisted in managing inventory and distribution of medical supplies.
- Implemented data entry procedures to enhance accuracy and workflow.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and software systems utilized.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Education
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Oklahoma College of Nursing
Lawton, OK05-2026
Associate of Arts - Pre-nursing
Western Oklahoma State College
Altus, OK05-2024
Skills
- Patient assessment (history, vitals, head-to-toe assessment)
- Medication administration (PO, IM, IV, SQ routes)
- IV placement and therapy
- Phlebotomy
- BLS, CPR, AED training
- Foley catheter insertion and removal
- Straight catheterization
- Tracheotomy suctioning and care
- CVAD dressing change
- Chest tube monitoring
- Nasogastric tube insertion and removal
- Wound care
- Performing CPR
- Patient communication
- Oxygen therapy
- Time management
- Patient transportation
- Specimen collection
- Multitasking in fast-paced environments
- Rapid assessment skills
Accomplishments
- Achieved patient stabilization by gathering pertinent patient data and specimens, assisting the registered nurses with medication administration, performing patient assessments, starting IVs, foley/straight catheterization, performing high quality CPR during code blue situations, and maintaining a GPA of 3.50 throughout my college career.
Certification
Basic Life Support
Seizure Recognition and First Aid On Demand Certification
Dementia Friend Certification
Psychological First Aid
Stop the Bleed Certification
NIHSS Certification
COMMUNICATION & LEADERSHIP
Coordination of study groups and activities within my nursing school cohort has provided me with knowledge and confidence at the University of Oklahoma College of Nursing. Completing the nurse tech program has allowed me to enhance my knowledge and confidence in my nursing skills, as well as collaborating with the healthcare team. Taking leadership responsibilities in group presentations and simulations throughout my nursing program has also enhanced my leadership capabilities.
Timeline
Nurse Technician | Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Memorial Health System of Southwest Oklahoma
06.2025 - 07.2025
Nurse Technician | Emergency Department
Memorial Health System of Southwest Oklahoma
06.2025 - Current
Nurse Technician | Adult Psychiatric Unit
Memorial Health System of Southwest Oklahoma
06.2025 - 07.2025
Records Control Clerk | Public Health
Comanche County Health Department
05.2023 - 06.2025
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Oklahoma College of Nursing
Associate of Arts - Pre-nursing
Western Oklahoma State College
Awards
Oklahoma Academic Scholar Program, Academic Scholar Waiver, and McMahon Nursing Scholarship.