Skilled Registered Nurse with strong patient assessment, emergency response and care coordination abilities. Known for exceptional leadership and successful collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient education and treatment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mcleod Loris ER
Loris, SC
05.2021 - Current
Delivered direct patient care in fast-paced emergency room, ensuring timely interventions.
Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management.
Documented patient assessments and interventions accurately in electronic records.
Maintained a sterile environment while performing nursing procedures.
Mentored new RNs on best practices and hospital policies, fostering adherence to standards of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Atlantic Urology Clinics
Little River, SC
01.2009 - 01.2021
Educated patients on treatment options and medication management.
Administered medications and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
Managed surgical schedules for multiple physicians to optimize operating room efficiency.
Facilitated pre-operative preparation by securing insurance authorizations and coordinating lab work and radiology tests.
Phlebotomist
Loris Hospital
Loris, SC
01.2005 - 12.2008
Educated patients on the blood draw process to reduce anxiety and ensure cooperation.
Trained new staff on best practices for blood collection and patient interaction.
Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies to support uninterrupted operations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Health
Chadbourn, North Carolina
08.2004 - 08.2006
Facilitated activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, to promote patient independence.
Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Provided assistance to patients during meal times to ensure proper nutrition and hydration.