Dynamic nursing professional with over 25 years of specialized experience in cardiac nursing and patient care. Proven clinical expertise, complemented by strong leadership skills and technical knowledge, ensures the delivery of high-quality healthcare services. Recognized for exceptional interpersonal abilities and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and physicians to uphold superior healthcare standards. Committed to fostering a patient-centered environment that prioritizes safety, compassion, and excellence in care.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse
SRMC Cardiopulmonary Lab
11.2021 - 09.2025
Administered cardiovascular assessments and monitored patient progress using advanced telemetry equipment.
Educated patients and families on cardiac health management and utilization of available resources.
Maintained accurate electronic health records to ensure timely communication of vital information across medical teams.
Liaised with health teams to support patient access to tests and procedures to prevent heart disease, promote health, address acute, and episodic interventions and offer rehabilitative and palliative care referrals.
Collaborated with cardiologists to diagnose causes of arrhythmias and offered pacemakers, ablation, medications and other interventional treatments.
Performed physical exams to diagnose chronic and acute cardiac diseases and interpreted laboratory results or cardiac tests to formulate treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center 5-Heart
01.2000 - 11.2021
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit at Cardiopulmonary Critical Care Unit at UABRegistered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit at Cardiopulmonary Critical Care Unit at UAB