Chelsey Winningham
Longview,TX
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level APRN position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Orthopedic Nurse
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patient response and modified plan of care accordingly throughout patient stay.
- Used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
- Developed and implemented individual plans of care in collaboration with members of healthcare team to promote patient and family centered care in healing environment.
- Participated in activities that promoted safety, quality and regulatory compliance to enhance professional development and life long learning.
- Adhered to ANA Code of Ethics for nurses and maintained confidentiality within legal and regulatory parameters to protect human and legal rights of patient and family.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Perioperative RN
UT Health East Texas EMS
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Admitted, assessed and prepared ambulatory care patients for surgery in accordance with surgery center policies and individual patient needs.
- Planned, executed, directed and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality and patient safety.
- Involved patient and support person in decisions affecting perioperative plan of care and rehabilitation process and evaluated patient progress toward attaining outcomes.
- Supplied education regarding nutrition, medication, pain and wound management and expected response to operative or invasive procedure and assessed knowledge level of patient or designated support person.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Orthopedics, Trauma Step Down, Bariatric RN
UT Health At Tyler
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Emergency Room RN
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Medical, Surgical, Oncology, Bariatric RN
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
Education
Master of Science - in Nursing in Adult Gerontology Primary Care
Walden Unversity
Minneapolis, MN08.2023
Bachelor of Science - in Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX05.2018
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TX12.2015
Skills
- Update Electronic Charts
- Patient Care Assessment
- Compassionate and Caring
- Safety Protocols
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care Oversight
- Total Joint Replacements
- Clear Patient Communication
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Patient Discharge Planning
- Monitor Vital Signs
- Orthopedics
Certification
- Licensed Texas Multistate Registered Nursing - Number:943829 Issued: 5/24/2018
- BLS, American Red Cross - Issued: 01/20/2022
- ACLS, American Red Cross - Issued: 01/20/2022
References
Elizabeth BreedLove APRN
903-918-5620
Calley Terry RN
903-262-8798
Kristina Whipkey RN
903-376-3206
Timeline
Acute Orthopedic Nurse
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Perioperative RN
UT Health East Texas EMS
12.2021 - 10.2022
Orthopedics, Trauma Step Down, Bariatric RN
UT Health At Tyler
02.2020 - 12.2021
Emergency Room RN
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center
07.2019 - 12.2019
Medical, Surgical, Oncology, Bariatric RN
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center
07.2018 - 07.2019
Master of Science - in Nursing in Adult Gerontology Primary Care
Walden Unversity
Bachelor of Science - in Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Trinity Valley Community College
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