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Calvin Cole

Calvin Cole

2908 Woodhaven, Carrollton,TX

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
07.2024 - Current
  • Assess the need for restraint in accordance with protocols, prioritizing least restrictive measures when possible to promote patient autonomy and safety.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions for patients, fostering an open dialogue.
  • Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough physical and mental assessments, identifying potential risks, and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to identify subtle changes in patient behaviors or symptoms that may indicate a need for emergent intervention or reassessment of treatment plans.
  • Advocated for patients rights and autonomy within the unit, working alongside the care team to address any concerns or barriers.
  • Promoting a therapeutic environment for patients, utilizing effective communication skills and displaying emotional intelligence.

Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department

Mansfield Methodist Medical Center
05.2022 - 06.2024


  • Utilized advanced technical skills to operate specialized equipment such as EKG machines, LUCAS machines, glucose monitors, and oxygen therapy devices.
  • Demonstrated competency in wound care, burns, pressure injury dressings and identification, splint setting, intravenous access.
  • Demonstrated adaptability under pressure while working in a high-stress environment with unpredictable situations.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless coordination of care for all patients.
  • Contributed to efficient emergency department operations by effectively prioritizing and managing tasks in a timely manner.
  • Enabled early identification of deteriorating patients through vigilant monitoring leading to prompt intervention from clinical teams.
  • Ensured the privacy and confidentiality of patient information by strictly adhering to HIPAA protocol.
  • Conduct regular patient rounds to ensure quality care and address any immediate concerns or needs that were physical or emotional.

Nurse Extern and Patient Care Technician

Medical City Arlington
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Provided services such as cleaning, patient teaching, feeding, assist in discharging patients, assist physical therapy in movement of patients, perform catheterizations, and intravenous procedures under supervision of a nurse.
  • Shadowed Wound Care nurses and assisted with dressing changes.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
  • Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients during difficult times, promoting emotional well-being and recovery.
  • Checked patient status to report signs and symptoms of adverse reactions to medication.
  • Assist in the training and orientation of new Nurse Externs and Patient Care Technicians

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Tarrant County College
05.2024

Skills

  • Familiar with Meditec and Epic charting systems
  • BLS American Heart Association certified
  • Strong time management
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Efficiently communicates with patients, families, and coworkers
  • Continuing education towards BSN

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
07.2024 - Current

Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department

Mansfield Methodist Medical Center
05.2022 - 06.2024

Nurse Extern and Patient Care Technician

Medical City Arlington
01.2021 - 05.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Tarrant County College

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