AYESHA HENDERSON
Port Allen,La.
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in coordinating direct patient care, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in developing and evaluating care plans for diverse patient populations, ensuring their rights and safety. Eager to leverage teamwork and adaptability to contribute effectively in a new healthcare setting.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE – MEDICAL SURGICAL UNIT
LANE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Zachary, La
12.2025 - Current
- Coordinates direct patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care plans with a multidisciplinary team.
- Provides education and administers treatments.
- Ensures patient rights are protected.
- Delegates tasks while maintaining accountability.
REGISTERED NURSE – MEDICAL SURGICAL UNIT (CONTRACT)
BATON ROUGE GENERAL
Baton Rouge, La
12.2025 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
REGISTERED NURSE- MEDICAL SURGICAL UNIT
PARKLAND HEALTH AND HOSPITALS
Dallas, TX
07.2024 - 12.2025
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to manage care for patients with ESRD, CHF, COPD, wounds, HIV, and other chronic conditions.
- Conduct thorough assessments, administer medications, and document in EPIC.
- Implement interventions based on individualized care plans, ensuring timely escalation when needed.
RN Charge Nurse
Hollymead Nursing Home
Flower Mound, TX
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care strategies.
- Provided education and support to patients and families on health management practices.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety and care standards.
TENTH-GRADE BIOLOGY TEACHER AT ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
TEXAS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Arlington, TX
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Increased STAAR biology scores by 10% through targeted instruction and test prep.
- Designed engaging lesson plans and aligned content with state curriculum.
- Delivered standards-based instruction in biology and implemented assessment strategies.
- Collaborated on cross-curricular science initiatives.
SIXTH GRADE SCIENCE TEACHER
ASCENSION PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
St. Amant, LA
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Taught earth, physical, and life sciences.
- Helped 85% of students achieve proficiency on the state exam.
QUALITY CONTROL LAB TECHNICIAN
SNF Flopam
Baton Rouge, LA
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Conducted analysis on finished products to assess quality by established specifications.
- Managed laboratory equipment performance and monitored suitability through appropriate maintenance, calibrations, and quality control assessment activities.
- Partnered with plant leadership and operations personnel on continuous improvement initiatives, generating quality data to enhance process control, refine product quality characteristics, and meet customer requirements.
BIOLOGY TEACHER
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2010 - 12.2019
- Taught Biology (Gifted, AP, Dual Enrollment); improved AP pass rates by 57%.
- Led science clubs and mentored LSU Geaux Teach student teachers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas at Arlington
TX12-2023
Master of Arts - Teaching
Louisiana State University
LA07-2010
Master of Natural Science - Cell Biology
Louisiana State University
LA08-2008
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Southern University
LA12-2004
Skills
- Time management
- Medication and IV administration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Direct patient care
- Multitasking
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE – MEDICAL SURGICAL UNIT
LANE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
12.2025 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE – MEDICAL SURGICAL UNIT (CONTRACT)
BATON ROUGE GENERAL
12.2025 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE- MEDICAL SURGICAL UNIT
PARKLAND HEALTH AND HOSPITALS
07.2024 - 12.2025
RN Charge Nurse
Hollymead Nursing Home
02.2024 - 07.2024
TENTH-GRADE BIOLOGY TEACHER AT ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
TEXAS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2022 - 05.2024
SIXTH GRADE SCIENCE TEACHER
ASCENSION PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
08.2020 - 05.2021
QUALITY CONTROL LAB TECHNICIAN
SNF Flopam
12.2019 - 05.2020
BIOLOGY TEACHER
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
08.2010 - 12.2019
Master of Arts - Teaching
Louisiana State University
Master of Natural Science - Cell Biology
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas at Arlington