April Hickman

Charge RN on Mother/Baby floor with frequent floats to L&D and NICU. Also PRN in Interventional Radiology.

• Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
• Assessed patient conditions to determine appropriate care plans.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
• Educated patients and families on health management and post-care procedures.
• Mentored junior nurses in clinical skills and best practices.
• Streamlined nursing workflows, improving efficiency in patient care delivery.
• 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.

• Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff for timely intervention.
• Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to patients' specific health needs and preferences.
• Assisted students in learning assessments and fundamentals across Mother/baby to include Couplet care, L&D, NICU and transition nursery.

Medsurg RN

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventative care strategies.
• Supervised nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in patient safety practices.
• Conducted assessments to evaluate patient conditions, adapting care plans as necessary for effective treatment.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.