APRIL SIMMONS
Leesville,SC
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with 7+ years of experience across emergency, medical-surgical/telemetry, step-down, oncology, and home-health settings. Skilled in patient assessment, critical decision-making, and clear communication. Demonstrated success in adapting to multiple environments and delivering safe, patient-centered care. Currently completing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) to broaden leadership and telehealth expertise. Seeking a remote nurse position utilizing strong assessment and education skills to guide patients toward appropriate, evidence-based care.
Compassionate Emergency Department Nurse known for high productivity and efficiency in fast-paced environments. Skilled in triage procedures, emergency response coordination, and patient assessment. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability under pressure, ensuring seamless patient care and positive outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
4046
4046
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department Nurse
Prisma Health Baptist
Columbia, SC
02.2025 - Current
- Perform rapid patient assessments and deliver quality emergency interventions.
- Coordinate communication between providers and maintain precise documentation within Epic EHR.
Internal Resource Float Pool RN
Prisma Health
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Adapted quickly to new units: Emergency room, telemetry, med-surg, and step-down.
- Educated patients and supported interdisciplinary teams in diverse hospital settings.
Cardiac Step-Down RN (PRN)
Prisma Health Clinton Hospital
Laurens, SC
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Monitored cardiac rhythms and pulmonary status for high acuity patients, identified irregularities, and relayed findings to the care team.
Home Health Registered Nurse
MSA Home Health
Lexington, SC
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Performed in-home assessments and developed targeted care plans.
- Provided patient and caregiver education on wound care, medication, and chronic-disease management.
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered clinical care across the country, efficiently adapting to varying unit protocols and patient populations.
Medical-Surgical / Oncology RN
Prisma Health Richland
Columbia, SC
11.2018 - 02.2021
- Provided direct care, administered therapies, and educated patients on treatment plans.
- Partnered with multidisciplinary teams to update care goals based on patient progress.
Skilled Nursing Facility RN
Midlands Health & Rehab
West Columbia, SC
08.2018 - 12.2018
Home Health Aide
Prisma Health Richland
Columbia, SC
06.2017 - 01.2018
Receptionist & Medical Records Manager
North Hills Medical Center
Greenville, SC
04.2001 - 07.2004
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nursing - ADN
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SCSkills
- Telephone & Symptom Assessment
- Patient Education & Health Coaching
- Clinical Judgment & Critical Thinking
- Care Coordination & Follow-Up
- EHR Documentation (Epic, Cerner)
- HIPAA Compliance & Confidentiality
- Emergency and Acute Care Experience
- Team Collaboration & Communication
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), South Carolina (Compact License)
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Technology Skills
- Epic EHR
- Cerner
- HIPAA-Compliant Telehealth Platforms (Zoom for Healthcare, Teams)
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
Timeline
Emergency Department Nurse
Prisma Health Baptist
02.2025 - Current
Internal Resource Float Pool RN
Prisma Health
10.2023 - 02.2025
Cardiac Step-Down RN (PRN)
Prisma Health Clinton Hospital
02.2023 - 10.2023
Home Health Registered Nurse
MSA Home Health
06.2022 - 02.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - 05.2022
Medical-Surgical / Oncology RN
Prisma Health Richland
11.2018 - 02.2021
Skilled Nursing Facility RN
Midlands Health & Rehab
08.2018 - 12.2018
Home Health Aide
Prisma Health Richland
06.2017 - 01.2018
Receptionist & Medical Records Manager
North Hills Medical Center
04.2001 - 07.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nursing - ADN
Midlands Technical College