BELINDA CHARLES
Silver Springs,FL
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished Registered Nurse with over 25 years of diverse clinical experience and more than a decade as an adjunct clinical nurse instructor at a local university. Recognized for exceptional communication and critical thinking skills that foster collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, including physicians and ancillary departments. Proven leadership and mentoring abilities enhance team dynamics and promote professional development among peers. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care while continuously advancing nursing practices through education and collaboration.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Obstetrical High Risk Registered Nurse
AdventHealth
Ocala, FL
02.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols and patient care standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
Adjunct Instructor
Rasmussen University
Ocala
10.2014 - Current
- Instruct Nursing students during their clinical experience on the care of patients in the Maternal Child Health setting, along with pediatrics and the Children’s emergency room.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
AdventHealth
Ocala
01.2007 - Current
- Formerly Munroe Regional Medical Center
- Conducted assessments of pediatric patients, evaluating conditions to inform timely and effective interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, resulting in improved overall health outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing individualized care plans tailored to the needs of pediatric patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Assistant Nurse Manager
AdventHealth
Ocala, FL
05.2019 - 01.2023
- Comprehensively assess, diagnose, and evaluate pediatric patients according to age, developmental needs, and health status
- Care for MedSurg patients that include pre- and post-op, phototherapy, and acute respiratory distress. Administered medication via IV and orally, insert NG/OG tubes, straight catheters, blood transfusions, insert IVs and blood draws.
- Evaluate patient responses to interventions and adjust plan of care appropriately.
- Provide teaching to the parents/families regarding signs and symptoms, treatment, and importance of follow up visit.
- File accurate and appropriate documentation.
- Coach, mentor, and lead a team of pediatric nurses.
- Assist with scheduling and managing a 16 bed Pediatric med/surg unit.
- Coordinated daily operations, optimizing workflow efficiency across nursing units.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to best practices.
- Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development opportunities.
- Managed scheduling to ensure optimal coverage while maintaining a healthy work-life balance for staff members.
Registered Nurse
Lowell Prison
06.2009 - 08.2009
- Care for female patients in the prison system as charge nurse. Triaged, gave IV therapy, PO meds and performed fetal monitoring for prenatal care. Kept documentation updated and collaborated with correctional officers to give proper care to patients.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Memorial Healthcare- Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
06.2001 - 01.2007
- Comprehensively assess, diagnose, and evaluate pediatric patients according to age, developmental needs, and health status
- Evaluate patient responses to interventions and adjust plan of care appropriately.
- Provide teaching to the parents/families regarding signs and symptoms, treatment, and importance of follow up visit.
- File accurate and appropriate documentation.
- Care of pre- and post- op, oncology, orthopedics, newly diagnosed diabetic patients and MedSurg. Administered medications orally, and IV using peripheral and central lines, administered chemotherapy infusions, blood transfusions, IVIG. Insert NG/OG tubes, IVs, blood draws, straight catheters.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH11.2026
BSN -
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL12.2014
ASN -
Broward Community College
Pembroke Pines, FL04.2001
Skills
- Highly motivated patient advocate
- Verbal and written communication skills
- EHR upgrade superuser
- Team leader
- Care and treatment plan development
- Educational resource
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) Fl exp 04/2023
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) exp 03/31/2023
- Basic Life Support (BLS) exp 03/31/2023
- National institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) exp 2/15/2023
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) exp 03/31/2023
- Pediatric Fundamental Critical Care Support (PFCCS) exp 2/2024
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Obstetrical High Risk Registered Nurse
AdventHealth
02.2023 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager
AdventHealth
05.2019 - 01.2023
Adjunct Instructor
Rasmussen University
10.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Lowell Prison
06.2009 - 08.2009
Pediatric Registered Nurse
AdventHealth
01.2007 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Memorial Healthcare- Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
06.2001 - 01.2007
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Southern New Hampshire University
BSN -
Florida Atlantic University
ASN -
Broward Community College