Candace Hawk BSN, RN
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Registered Nurse
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital
06.2021 - Current
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Provided exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance barriers.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Nursing Support Volunteer
Marian Regional Medical Center
12.2015 - 01.2016
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
Home School Educator
Homeworks
08.2011 - 12.2013
- Developed comprehensive curriculum covering a broad range of subjects, ensuring students received well-rounded education.
- Enhanced homeschool learning environment by incorporating individualized lesson plans tailored to each student''s needs.
- Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
- Graded homework, quizzes, classwork and exams to report on progress of student achievements.
- Organized field trips and enrichment activities, enhancing real-world understanding of academic concepts.
- Encouraged independent study habits by providing resources and guidance for self-directed learning opportunities.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in homeschool best practices and educational trends, resulting in enhanced teaching effectiveness.
- Promoted creative problem-solving by incorporating real-life scenarios and projects into the curriculum.
- Established routines and procedures that promoted a structured yet flexible learning environment conducive to academic success.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring support in areas where students struggled, leading to significant improvements in performance.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered critical thinking skills through engaging discussions and inquiry-based learning techniques.
- Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Supported social development through group activities such as co-op classes or community service projects within the homeschool community.
Children's Church Volunteer, Fundraising Manager
Cheney Faith Center
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Contacted corporate representatives, government officials or community leaders to increase awareness of organizational causes and raise funds.
- Directed all aspects of major gift campaign, including identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospects resulting in significant gifts.
- Coordinated volunteer involvement in fundraising efforts, leading to greater community support and increased donations.
- Sourced materials and labor to meet facility construction needs.
- Assisted with organizing religious activities, classes and services.
- Developed and implemented educational programs for youth.
- Attended meetings with leaders.
Assistant
Kiver Publishing
01.2006 - 08.2013
- Expedited project completion times due to the ability to multitask effectively under tight deadlines.
- Created and executed targeted PR campaigns to raise awareness of organization and initiatives.
- Coordinated media interviews with organization staff, board members and volunteers.
- Created engaging content for blog posts, newsletters, social media platforms, helping drive website traffic and reinforce brand identity online.
- Provided excellent client service with regular communication updates and prompt responses to inquiries.
Disaster Relief Volunteer
Red Cross
01.1998 - 12.2005
- Facilitated timely evacuations by developing well-coordinated emergency transportation plans for at-risk populations.
- Provided emotional support to disaster survivors, helping them cope with trauma and loss more effectively.
- Managed logistics efficiently, ensuring timely delivery of essential resources during relief operations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Adapted to dynamic situations and adjusted treatment plans as needed when patient conditions changed or additional information became available.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Sentara College of Health Sciences
Chesapeake, VA2021
EMT - Emergency Medical Services
Inland Northwest Health Services
Spokane, WASkills
- Wound Care including cleaning, packing, dressing, and management of applied devices
- EKG, telemetry/cardiac monitoring
- Placement and management of PIV, NGT, urinary catheter, FMS, CBI, PD
- Management and care for a central line, tracheostomy, colostomy, ileostomy, PEG tube, JP drain
- Obtaining vitals, blood draws, and performing patient assessments including; CIWA, NIH/stroke, and Neuro
- Pre and post operative patient care
- Airway management
- Effective communication and collaboration within the interdisciplinary care team
- Initiating and maintaining Isolation precautions and using aseptic techniques
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, ACLS
Basic Life Support, BLS
CPR/AED
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, NREMT
Public Safety Dispatcher, POST
Timeline
Direct Care Registered Nurse
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Nursing Support Volunteer
Marian Regional Medical Center
12.2015 - 01.2016
Home School Educator
Homeworks
08.2011 - 12.2013
Children's Church Volunteer, Fundraising Manager
Cheney Faith Center
01.2010 - 01.2013
Assistant
Kiver Publishing
01.2006 - 08.2013
Disaster Relief Volunteer
Red Cross
01.1998 - 12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Sentara College of Health Sciences
EMT - Emergency Medical Services
Inland Northwest Health Services
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, ACLS
Basic Life Support, BLS
CPR/AED
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, NREMT
Public Safety Dispatcher, POST
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