Cheyenne Willems
Branford,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse seeking to maintain full-time Medical-Surgical Charge Nurse position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environment. Committed to improving patient satisfaction and adapting to continuous health system changes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - PRN
Lake City Medical Center
Lake City , FL
2022.01 - Current
- Coordinate delivery of nursing care on 74 bed unit, delegating nursing assignments, supervising team comprised of RNs, LPNs, techs and unit clerks.
- Implement quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
- Collaborate with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
- Anticipate and estimate future needs of Units and improve quality of patient care.
- Effectively communicate within departments.
- Monitor patient orders and manage daily tasking.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lake City Medical Center
Lake City , Florida
2020.09 - Current
- Provide direct care for up to 6 patients on medical-surgical unit, maintaining quality care and comfort for patients with acute conditions
- Delegate task to LPN and techs
- Administer medications and treatments to patients and monitor responses.
- Prep patients for procedures
- Review post-operative orders and continuously monitor patients' post-operative vitals, set up fluids and orient patients to unit.
- Advocate for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Provide education to patients, families and caregivers from admission to discharge.
- Manage JP drains and chest tubes, nasogastric, G and peg tubes, foley catheter, ports, midlines and PICCs.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Nurse Extern
Lake City Medical Center
Lake City , Florida
2019.05 - 2020.08
- Practiced patient care by taking vital signs and checking patients glucose ACHS or as ordered.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating and daily hygiene tasks.
- Recorded vital signs and intake and output of over 16 patients per 12 hour shift, documenting information in Meditech.
- Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with nurses, family members and other care team members.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens to prepare for laboratory testing.
- Supported nursing staff by identifying and reporting changes in patient condition, evaluating safety concerns.
- Assisted patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Willowbrook Assisted Living
Lake City , Florida
2015.01 - 2020.08
- Cared for residents in 50+ bed assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety.
- Checked patient vitals and weights as needed.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, bathroom assistance and dressing.
- Passed medications to residents who needed assistance.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Solaris Healthcare
Lake City , Florida
2017.10 - 2019.08
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment for 12-16 patients.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, oxygen and daily weights
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Assisted patient transfers using hoyer lift and stand aid.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governers University
Millcreek, Utah 12.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL07.2019
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL12.2018
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School
Lake City, FL05.2015
Skills
- Teamwork
- Effective Communication
- Delegation and Motivation
- Compassionate and Caring
- Unit Oversight
- Patient Care Assessment
- Education Administration
- Infection Control Procedures
- Student and New Hire Precepting
- Meditech EMR
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - RN9544322
- BLS/ACLS - 9/2020
Timeline
Charge Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - PRN
Lake City Medical Center
2022.01 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lake City Medical Center
2020.09 - Current
Nurse Extern
Lake City Medical Center
2019.05 - 2020.08
Certified Nursing Assistant
Solaris Healthcare
2017.10 - 2019.08
Certified Nursing Assistant
Willowbrook Assisted Living
2015.01 - 2020.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governers University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Fe College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Santa Fe College
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School
- Licensed Registered Nurse - RN9544322
- BLS/ACLS - 9/2020
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