Highly-motivated employee with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Able to work effectively unsupervised and quickly master new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TRAUMA PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
Williamsburg, VA
06.2021 - 10.2024
Developed and implemented program activities according to established goals and objectives.
Provided guidance and support to program participants in navigating resources, services, and opportunities.
Managed the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
Ensured timely completion of project deliverables within budget constraints.
Conducted research into best practices for program delivery, including methods for increasing efficiency and effectiveness.
Evaluated performance data against established objectives to measure success of programs.
Assisted in developing training materials and providing instruction on how to use them effectively.
Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate efforts that support overall organizational objectives.
EMERGENCY ROOM MANAGER
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
Williamsburg, VA
05.2020 - 06.2021
Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure efficient patient care in the emergency room.
Maintained communication between hospital departments, physicians and staff members to coordinate optimal patient care services.
Monitored staffing levels to ensure appropriate coverage at all times.
Provided oversight of quality assurance activities within the Emergency Department.
Responded promptly to any complaints from patients or their families regarding ER services.
Participated in budgeting processes related to staffing, supplies, equipment and capital needs for the Emergency Department.
NURSING SUPERVISOR
Riverside Tappahannock Hospital
Tappahannock, VA
08.2018 - 04.2020
Provided staff education and training on new equipment, techniques, and processes.
Monitored patient progress to ensure compliance with established standards of care.
Resolved conflicts among medical staff in a professional manner.
Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers regarding patient care issues.
Performed regular rounds throughout the facility to observe performance of assigned staff members.
Provided guidance and mentorship to newly hired nurses or those transitioning into a new role.
Investigated complaints from patients regarding their care experience.
FLIGHT NURSE
PHI Air Medical
Redding, VA
03.2016 - 08.2018
Assessed and monitored the condition of patients while in flight to ensure safety and comfort.
Performed emergency medical procedures such as administering oxygen, IVs, medications, CPR, and intubation.
Completed documentation of all patient care activities in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
Coordinated with ground personnel for transport needs, equipment requirements, and resources.
Provided patient education regarding illness or injury prior to arrival at destination facility.
LEAD REGISTERED NURSE
Pershing General Hospital
Pershing, NV
07.2015 - 11.2017
FLIGHT NURSE
American Med Flight
Reno, NV
04.2014 - 09.2015
TRAVEL ED RN
Flexcare Medical Staffing
04.2012 - 07.2015
FLIGHT NURSE
Norton Sound Health Corp
Nome, AK
07.2013 - 03.2014
ED/TRAUMA RN
Riverside Regional Medical Center
Newport News, VA
01.2008 - 04.2012
Education
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) -
Longwood University
Farmville, VA
06.2024
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE (D.N.P.) - AGACNP/FN
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
06.2022
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - RN-BSN
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
01.2011
DIPLOMA IN RN -
Riverside School of Professional Nursing
Newport News, VA
12.2007
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - PSYCHOLOGY/HHS
Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2001
Skills
BLS
ACLS
PALS
NIMS 100, 200, 700
STB Instructor
TOPIC
AIS15
Optimal
Matter of Balance Master Trainer
CFRN
TCRN
TNCC Director
ENPC Instructor
STABLE
Stable cardiac
Hazmat/Decon
HERT instructor
TPM Course
Credentials
MBA, BSN, RN, CFRN, TCRN
Affiliations
Emergency Nursing Association (ENA), 2008-present
Omnicron Delta Kappa, March 2000-present
Air & Surface Transport Nurses Association (ASTNA)
Society of Trauma Nurses (STN)
American Nurses Association (ANA)
Virginia Nurses Association (VNA)
Virginia Organization of Nurse Leaders (VONEL)
American Trauma Society (ATS)
Northumberland County Volunteer Rescue Squad (NCRS) Director At-large
RN with Virginia Medical Reserve Corp (MRC)
RN Specialist with DHHS- NDMS- DMAT & AET
Peer Reviewer for Journal of Emergency Nursing (JEN)
Certification
VA RN(Compact), #0001211399
CFRN, #654850
TCRN, #654850
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
TRAUMA PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
06.2021 - 10.2024
EMERGENCY ROOM MANAGER
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
05.2020 - 06.2021
NURSING SUPERVISOR
Riverside Tappahannock Hospital
08.2018 - 04.2020
FLIGHT NURSE
PHI Air Medical
03.2016 - 08.2018
LEAD REGISTERED NURSE
Pershing General Hospital
07.2015 - 11.2017
FLIGHT NURSE
American Med Flight
04.2014 - 09.2015
FLIGHT NURSE
Norton Sound Health Corp
07.2013 - 03.2014
TRAVEL ED RN
Flexcare Medical Staffing
04.2012 - 07.2015
ED/TRAUMA RN
Riverside Regional Medical Center
01.2008 - 04.2012
VA RN(Compact), #0001211399
CFRN, #654850
TCRN, #654850
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) -
Longwood University
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE (D.N.P.) - AGACNP/FN
Regional Director of Pharmacy at Sentara Albemarle Medical Center – Sentara Careplex Hospital – Sentara Obici Hospital – Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical CenterRegional Director of Pharmacy at Sentara Albemarle Medical Center – Sentara Careplex Hospital – Sentara Obici Hospital – Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
Registered Nurse (Family Maternity Unit) at Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical CenterRegistered Nurse (Family Maternity Unit) at Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center