Chelcia Simons
Buckhannon
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in critical care and emergency settings. Expert in patient assessment and communication, enhancing patient outcomes. Recognized for leadership in mentoring peers and maintaining high care standards in fast-paced environments. Strong background in coordinating patient care and effectively delegating tasks to ensure efficient treatment delivery.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St Joseph Hospital
Buckhannon
02.2025 - Current
- Delivered immediate care to patients in high-pressure emergency situations, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Assisted in triaging patients based on severity of conditions upon arrival.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for effective patient treatment plans.
- Facilitated communication with physicians to effectively coordinate patient care.
- Documented all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and pertinent patient information to ensure continuity of care.
Member
American Nursing Association
01.2024 - Current
- Fostered high standards of nursing practice, provided career-developing resources for nursing advancement, and delivered current nursing research and networking opportunities.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Nurse Educator
United Hospital Center
Bridgeport
01.2023 - Current
- Facilitated New Graduate Bridge Program, enhancing transition for new nurses into clinical practice.
- Coordinated Nurse Externship Program, providing hands-on training to foster confidence and skills in nursing students.
- Conducted Annual Skills Check-off, ensuring competency and readiness of nursing staff through practical assessments.
Registered Nurse
United Hospital Center
05.2022 - Current
- Led and modeled clinical practices and education by utilizing critical thinking, managing time effectively, collaborating with staff and providers, communicating strongly, providing compassionate care, and recognizing patient safety concerns.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in various care settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
UNITED HOSPITAL CENTER
BRIDGEPORT
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to rapidly identify changes in condition, ensuring timely interventions.
- Administered critical medications and monitored patient responses in intensive care.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored patient care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in critical care procedures, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
Critical Care Transport Nurse
United Hospital Center
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Utilized critical thinking to transport critical patients from United Hospital Center via EMS to higher-acuity hospitals, ensuring safe and effective transitions.
- Managed ventilator settings and patient ventilation during transport to higher-level care facilities.
- Administered medication titration during patient transport to ensure optimal therapeutic levels.
- Conducted critical care assessments on patients during transport to identify immediate needs.
- Operated and monitored critical care equipment, including balloon pumps and wound vacs, ensuring proper function and patient stability during transport.
- Communicated vital patient information and updates with receiving care team and EMS team to optimize care continuity during transport.
Patient Care Technician
United Hospital Center
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Assisted nurses and ancillary staff by providing patient comfort and support.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practioner
West Virginia Wesleyan College
Buckhannon, WV12.2027
Bachelor's degree - Nursing
West Virginia Wesleyan College
Buckhannon, WV08.2023
Bachelor's degree - Nursing
Davis And Elkins College
Elkins, WV05.2023
Associate's degree - Nursing
Davis And Elkins College
Elkins, WV05.2022
Certification
• Preceptor Certified (UHC)
• Nurse Educator (adjunct)
• Telemetry Certified (UHC)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider
Professional Associations
- NPAC (Nursing Professional Advisor Committee), Representative | 2020-2025
- Nurse Educator | Education Department 2023-2025
- Nursing Professional Advisor | 2022-2025
- ANA (American Nursing Association) | 2022-current
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St Joseph Hospital
02.2025 - Current
Member
American Nursing Association
01.2024 - Current
Critical Care Transport Nurse
United Hospital Center
01.2024 - 02.2025
Critical Care Registered Nurse
UNITED HOSPITAL CENTER
11.2023 - 03.2025
Nurse Educator
United Hospital Center
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
United Hospital Center
05.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
United Hospital Center
12.2019 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Nursing Practioner
West Virginia Wesleyan College
Bachelor's degree - Nursing
West Virginia Wesleyan College
Bachelor's degree - Nursing
Davis And Elkins College
Associate's degree - Nursing
Davis And Elkins College