Bridgette Williams
Georgetown,KY
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
09.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- As a travel nurse it is imperative to be a quick learner and very adaptable to a variety of situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Registered Nurse, Preoperative
Colorectal Surgical and Gastroenterology Associate
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Retrieved prior-authorizations and completed post-operative phone calls when not working with patients.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Baptist Health Lexington
05.2014 - 09.2020
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Per Diem
Ephriam McDowell Medical Center
02.2017 - 08.2018
- 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.
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
Cardinal Hill Rehab Hospital
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and rehabilitation services.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, building trust that facilitated open communication about personal health concerns and goals for rehabilitation.
- Administered medications safely, adhering to strict protocols and ensuring proper dosages for each individual patient.
- Facilitated patient goal-setting, empowering individuals to take ownership of their rehabilitation progress and achieve optimal outcomes in a timely manner.
Registered Nurse
Kentucky Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center
05.2013 - 05.2014
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Operative nurse for skin cancer excisions and cosmetic surgeries. Was in charge of completing biopsies, administering local anesthesia, phlebotomy, IV insertion and monitoring patients while under sedation,
- Completed post-operative phone calls and assisted in the retrieval of prior authorizations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lexington, KY05-2013
High School Diploma -
East Liverpool High School
East Liverpool, OH05-2002
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Ethical practice
- Regulatory compliance
- Medical records management
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Emergency triage
- Delegation and motivation
- Accurate documentation
- EMR / EHR
- Medical recordkeeping
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - Kentucky Board of Nursing #1136503
- TNCC: Trauma Nursing Core Course
- ENPC: Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
- PALS: Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS: Basic Life Support
- CEN: Certified Emergency Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
09.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Preoperative
Colorectal Surgical and Gastroenterology Associate
09.2020 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Per Diem
Ephriam McDowell Medical Center
02.2017 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Baptist Health Lexington
05.2014 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
Cardinal Hill Rehab Hospital
05.2014 - 05.2015
Registered Nurse
Kentucky Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center
05.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Kentucky University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
East Liverpool High School
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