Alma Hudgins
Registered Nurse
Oxford,AL
Summary
Skilled Telemetry Nurse with a gift for working with highly effective teams to deliver superior care to each and every patient. Promoting kindness and dedication which ensure patient dignity throughout entire hospital stay.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente/AMN Healthcare
Walnut Creek, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Educated patients on their condition and medications while providing emotional support.
- Responded quickly to any changes in patient's condition or vital signs.
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
One Place Star Program
Montgomery, AL
04.2023 - Current
- Performed physical examinations of sexual assault survivors to document evidence, collect specimens and provide treatment.
- Provided emotional support, crisis intervention and referrals to appropriate resources for sexual assault victims.
- Assessed the need for emergency contraception or prophylaxis against sexually transmitted infections.
- Conducted forensic interviews to obtain detailed information about the incident.
- Documented findings in a comprehensive medical-legal report according to state laws and protocols.
- Collected biological samples from patients using approved methods and techniques.
- Photographed injuries consistent with sexual assault cases.
- Preserved evidence collected from patients in accordance with legal requirements.
- Ensured patient confidentiality throughout the examination process.
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel on rape kit collection and storage procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/TELE Unit
Kaiser Permanente/AMN Healthcare
San Diego, CA
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Baptist South Medical Center/Jackson Nurse Profess
Montgomery, AL
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Riverview Hospital
Gadsden, AZ
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Assessed patient's health status and developed individualized plans of care.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, treatments, and education to patients and families.
- Monitored vital signs, intake and output levels, lab values and other assessments as needed.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound care, IV insertions, foley catheter insertion and removals.
- Maintained accurate documentation in the electronic medical record system according to hospital policies and standards of practice.
Registered Nurse/Liver, Kidney Transplant Unit
UAB Hospital/Jackson Nurse Professionals
Birmingham, AL
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Provided education to patients and families about the transplant process, complications, follow up care, and side effects of medications.
- Monitored vital signs and laboratory values post-transplant to detect any changes in condition.
- Performed daily physical assessments for signs of infection or rejection after transplantation.
- Maintained detailed records of all treatments received by each patient including chemotherapy, immunosuppressive drugs, antibiotics.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving transplants or related complications.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente/AMN Healthcare
Fontana, CA
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Assessed and monitored patient conditions using telemetry equipment.
- Performed ECG monitoring and interpretation of cardiac rhythms.
- Educated patients on their condition and medications while providing emotional support.
- Responded quickly to any changes in patient's condition or vital signs.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Citizens Medical Center
Talladega, AL
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided direct and indirect patient care in a Medical Intensive Care Unit.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented changes in patients' conditions.
- Ensured that all nursing interventions were completed according to physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes and other documentation within the Electronic Health Record.
COVID-19 Screener/LPN Influenza Vaccine Nurse
Impact Health & Wellness
Anniston, AL
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted patients with completing COVID-19 screening forms and questionnaires.
- Provided guidance to patients on the importance of following CDC guidelines for preventing the spread of COVID-19.
- Educated patients about symptoms associated with COVID-19 and when to seek medical attention.
- Maintained accurate records of daily screenings and results in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal health regulations related to COVID-19 safety protocols.
LPN Traveler
AMT Health
Birmingham, AL
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Administered medications, vaccinations, and other treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal laws related to medical practice while travelling.
- Assessed patient's health condition and developed treatment plans accordingly.
LPN Charge Nurse
NHC Nursing Home
Anniston, AL
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
LPN Observation Unit
Regional Medical Center
Anniston, AL
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
Forensic Pathology Associate
Alabama Department Of Forensic Science
Montgomery, AL
11.2013 - 04.2018
- Attended conferences, seminars, workshops, and continuing education programs related to forensic pathology topics.
- Documented all steps taken during an autopsy procedure using appropriate forms and templates.
- Managed inventory levels for laboratory supplies used during postmortem procedures.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives designed to improve accuracy and reliability of forensic pathology services provided by the organization.
- Assisted pathologist in autopsies to determine cause of death and collected tissue samples for further analysis.
- Reviewed medical records, police reports, and other documents related to death investigations.
Language Interpreter
Alabama department of Labor
Montgomery, AL
10.2012 - 10.2013
- Translated conversations between English and Spanish language speakers.
- Provided simultaneous interpretation services for meetings, conferences, and other events.
- Assisted with the translation of documents from English to Spanish language.
- Interpreted verbal instructions accurately in both languages.
Bussiness Owner
Self-employed/Mexican Restaurant
Anniston, AL
08.2007 - 06.2012
- Identified and recruited staff members, including managers and sales personnel.
- Established marketing strategies, such as social media campaigns, to promote the business.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
- Monitored cash flow to ensure proper budgeting of resources.
- Created a customer service policy to ensure customers were satisfied with products or services.
- Managed inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing costs.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws and regulations related to the business operations.
- Implemented systems for tracking sales performance and analyzing data trends in order to maximize profitability.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Kaiser Permanente
Fontana, CA
11.1991 - 04.2006
- Provided medication and other healthcare products to customers accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing prescriptions for filling, including counting tablets and labeling bottles.
- Verified accuracy of patient information on prescription orders.
- Maintained pharmacy inventory by restocking shelves with medications and supplies.
- Processed third-party insurance claims for reimbursement of pharmaceuticals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL10-2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Bessemer, AL05-2021
LVN - Nursing
BIS/LAUSD
Los Angeles, CA09-1997
Skills
- Health Promotion
- Patient Education
- Cardiac monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Wound Dressing
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certified
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
Affiliations
- Love for people and for my God Jehovah, moves me to work in the preaching work on my days off. Sharing with others the hope of a better future, strengthening my faith and trust in my God Jehovah.
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- PALS
- ACLS
- BLS
- NIHSS
- Alabama compact RN License
- California RN License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente/AMN Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical/TELE Unit
Kaiser Permanente/AMN Healthcare
12.2023 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Baptist South Medical Center/Jackson Nurse Profess
10.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse/Liver, Kidney Transplant Unit
UAB Hospital/Jackson Nurse Professionals
06.2023 - 09.2023
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
One Place Star Program
04.2023 - Current
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente/AMN Healthcare
12.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Riverview Hospital
05.2022 - 11.2023
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Citizens Medical Center
05.2021 - 08.2022
COVID-19 Screener/LPN Influenza Vaccine Nurse
Impact Health & Wellness
12.2020 - 05.2022
LPN Traveler
AMT Health
03.2020 - 05.2021
LPN Charge Nurse
NHC Nursing Home
04.2019 - 12.2020
LPN Observation Unit
Regional Medical Center
04.2019 - 04.2020
Forensic Pathology Associate
Alabama Department Of Forensic Science
11.2013 - 04.2018
Language Interpreter
Alabama department of Labor
10.2012 - 10.2013
Bussiness Owner
Self-employed/Mexican Restaurant
08.2007 - 06.2012
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Kaiser Permanente
11.1991 - 04.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
LVN - Nursing
BIS/LAUSD
- PALS
- ACLS
- BLS
- NIHSS
- Alabama compact RN License
- California RN License
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