Compassionate and dedicated with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Possesses foundational knowledge in medical procedures and patient care, with skills in monitoring vital signs and administering medications. Aims to make significant impact on patient outcomes through effective care and empathy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Trauma/Surgical ICU
University of Kentucky Hospital
Lexington, KY
01.2025 - Current
Level 1 Trauma Center
Provide quality care for critically ill trauma and post-op surgical patients through hourly rounding, managing and titrating multiple drips with clinically sound judgement in a fast-paced environment
Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to changes in patient conditions
Received training for CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy), EVDs (External Ventricular Drains), Hot Line, and the Rapid Infuser
Administered patient care assessments and developed individualized care plans
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes
Served as charge nurse in which I helped my peers on the unit, made patient assignments
Assisted with bedside procedures while maintaining sterility as best as possible while monitoring patient status and administering sedation and other medications as needed
Nurse Residency Program
UK Chandler Hospital
04.2025 - 04.2026
Transition from student nurse role to new graduate bedside nurse with focus on critical thinking, leadership abilities, communication skills, and patient safety
Discussed hospital resources available to families and staff
Reviewed policies related to our specific units and specialties
Meet once a month with smaller group where we could express our struggles and challenges with each other as new graduate nurses
Evidence based practice project: Confident Communication: Improving Bedside Handoff Compliance
Nursing Care Technician (PAV A 7-100 Universal)
University of Kentucky Chandler Hospital
Lexington, KY
08.2022 - 12.2025
Level 1 Trauma Center
Trauma Universal (acute and progressive care unit)
Assisted nursing staff in monitoring patient vital signs and reporting changes to care team
Answer call lights and assisted registered nurses on the unit with daily activities, personal hygiene, procedures, and other skills as needed
Prioritize tasks with more patients
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation via EPIC to ensure continuity of care
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
Trained new nursing care technicians on established protocols and best practices for patient safety
Aided nurses in emergency situations, showcasing quick thinking, composure under pressure, and effective problem-solving skills
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
12-2024
Skills
Managing and titrating multiple drips
Critical thinking
Respond to emergent situations
Strong clinical judgment
Professional bedside manner
Organization
Therapeutic Communication
Time Management
Medication administration
Detailed patient assessments
Detailed and accurate charting via EPIC
Certification
BLS, American Heart Association (2021-present)
ACLS, American Heart Association (2025 – present)
NIH Stroke Scale Certification (2025- present)
TNCC (2026- present)
Timeline
Nurse Residency Program
UK Chandler Hospital
04.2025 - 04.2026
Registered Nurse Trauma/Surgical ICU
University of Kentucky Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Nursing Care Technician (PAV A 7-100 Universal)
University of Kentucky Chandler Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing
University of Kentucky
Internships
Nursing Research Intern: University of Kentucky College of Nursing (January 2023- May 2024) -Motivational climate in acute and progressive trauma patients discharged home
Leadership and Organization
Leadership Legacy (2022) -Enhance interprofessional leadership skills, collaboration, communication, and professionalism through interactive activities such as presentation on a health issue
UNAAC Mentee (2021) Mentor (August 2022- December 2024)- Have a nursing student a cohort ahead of me as a mentor and mentoring a nursing student in cohorts below me through
Registered Nurse, Surgical Trauma ICU at Novant New Hanover Regional Medical CenterRegistered Nurse, Surgical Trauma ICU at Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center