Healthcare professional with extensive experience in high-stress emergency settings. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care while maintaining composure during medical crises. Highly reliable team member with adaptability to changing situations and commitment to collaborative success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
BAPTIST ANDERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Meridian, MS
03.2026 - Current
Administered emergency care to patients in high-pressure situations, ensuring swift and accurate assessments.
Assessed and triaged patients based on medical urgency and condition severity.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans effectively.
Monitored vital signs and provided critical interventions for trauma and cardiac patients.
Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols.
Delivered high-quality patient care in fast-paced emergency department environment.
Registered Nurse
Wayne General Hospital Emergency Department
Waynesboro, MS
04.2025 - Current
Deliver safe, efficient nursing care in a high-acuity emergency department setting.
Conduct rapid patient assessments, triage, medication administration, and IV therapy.
Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely care and patient satisfaction.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
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.
Registered Nurse
Lackey Memorial Hospital Emergency Department
Forest, MS
09.2023 - Current
Deliver comprehensive nursing care in a critical access emergency department, managing a wide range of acute and emergent conditions with limited on-site resources.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Perform rapid assessments, triage, medication administration, IV therapy, and emergency interventions while maintaining patient safety.
Director of Clinical Operations
AccentCare Hospice of Meridian & Philadelphia
Philadelphia, MS
08.2024 - 03.2026
Lead operations for two hospice branches, overseeing Team Directors and interdisciplinary staff including nurses, aides, social workers, and chaplains.
Developed training programs for staff, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Manage daily operations and budgets for supplies, DME, pharmacy, and clinical consumables.
Support interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings to ensure compliant, high-quality patient care.
Conduct monthly one-on-one staff meetings and complete required competency evaluations.
Maintain clinical oversight through regular back-to-bedside visits and monthly facility rounds.
Led implementation of clinical protocols to enhance patient care quality and operational efficiency.
Hospice Team Director
AccentCare Hospice of Meridian
Meridian, MS
05.2022 - 08.2024
Supervise a team of 18 interdisciplinary staff, including nurses, hospice aides, social workers, and chaplains.
Collaborate biweekly with Medical Directors during interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings to review and coordinate hospice patient care.
Review and approve clinical orders on a daily basis to ensure accuracy, compliance, and continuity of care.
Foster a collaborative, high-trust team environment, strengthening staff engagement and teamwork in alignment with Meridian Hospice’s mission and values.
Led interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
Developed strategic initiatives to improve hospice service delivery and patient satisfaction.
Registered Nurse
Anderson Regional Medical Center Emergency Dept
Meridian, MS
10.2022 - 11.2023
Deliver safe, efficient nursing care in a high-acuity emergency department setting.
Conduct rapid patient assessments, triage, medication administration, and IV therapy.
Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely care and patient satisfaction.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Registered Nurse
University of MS Medical Center Emergency Dept
06.2021 - 09.2022
Deliver safe, efficient nursing care in a high-acuity emergency department setting.
Conduct rapid patient assessments, triage, medication administration, and IV therapy.
Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely care and patient satisfaction.
IVIG Home Infusion Nurse
Optum Infusion
07.2017 - 06.2021
Provide IVIG infusions in home settings to a variety of patients with different diseases.
Monitor vital signs as well as signs and symptoms throughout infusion.
Administered intravenous therapies and medications to patients in home settings.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
Educated patients and families on medication management and infusion techniques.
Monitored patient responses to treatment, adjusting care as needed for optimal outcomes.
Implemented infection control protocols to ensure safety during home infusions.
Transitional Care Coordinator
Sta-Home Health
Meridian, MS
12.2013 - 07.2017
Work with Business Development Team for Home Health to market for the company.
Gather referrals for home health patients.
Meet with potential patients and families to provide education for home health services.
Meet with physicians and facilities regarding potential patients as well as orders to be signed for existing patients.
Developed comprehensive care plans to enhance patient outcomes and streamline transitional processes.
Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure cohesive communication among healthcare providers.
Implemented discharge planning protocols to facilitate smooth transitions from hospital to home care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health NetworkRegistered Nurse, Emergency Department at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network