Christiane Gardner-Ducett
Bell Buckle,TN
Summary
Empathetic Registered Nurse focused on delivering quality care and communicating directly with patients and the healthcare team. Calm and understanding, with over eight years of experience managing acute and chronic conditions through thorough physical assessment and effective interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrates exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills. Dedicated to advancing my career by becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner through continued education. Passionate about educating patients on health and well-being to improve their quality of life.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EDUCATOR
Stewarts Creek High School
Smyrna, TN
09.2021 - 06.2026
- Optimized resource utilization through effective organization and prioritization of information.
- Facilitated assessments and evaluations aimed at determining content understanding.
- Actively participated in professional development to stay current with industry trends and sustained professional affiliations for effective networking and collaboration.
- Supported educators through targeted advice and elevating content standards
- Functioned as advisor for HOSA, delivering support and oversight for regional, state, and international competitions.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills.
REGISTERED NURSE
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Nashville, Tennessee
07.2022 - 07.2025
- Accepted personal responsibility to maintain competencies for direct patient care and team leadership.
- Administered patient care plans in compliance with established protocols and standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and preventive measures.
- Monitored vital signs, assessed patient conditions, and documented changes in electronic health records.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on best practices and clinical procedures for improved care delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient acuity levels and individual needs.
REGISTERED NURSE
Ascension Rutherford
Murfreesboro, TN
07.2018 - 10.2021
- Optimized patient care through effective organization and prioritization of resources.
- Applied clinical data to facilitate effective interventions.
- Facilitated care by maintaining a respectful, non-judgmental, and equitable approach.
- Committed to ensuring competencies for direct patient care and team leadership.
- Enforced infection control measures to create a safe atmosphere for patients and staff.
- Elevated patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, holistic nursing care addressing physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual needs.
- Supported training and mentorship of new nursing staff members and students, cultivating a positive work atmosphere and delivering high-quality patient care.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to formulate comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Reviewed patient care administered by staff to confirm maintenance of safety and compliance protocols.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Austin Peay
Clarksville, Tennessee12-2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbia State Community College
Columbia, TN12-2017
Associate of Science - Pre-marketing
Columbia State Community College
Columbia, TN12-2000
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Care Delivery
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient and family education
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets, and physician instructions to patients. Encouraged autonomy in treatment plans.
- Supervised a team of 30 staff members.
- Level 5 educator
- 100% first-time student pass rate on the exam for the Certified Clinical Medical Assisting class for five consecutive years.
Certification
- Registered Nurse licensure
- Professional Occupational teaching license
- BLS for a healthcare provider certification (AHA and American Red Cross)
- BLS for a healthcare provider instructor (AHA and American Red Cross)
- ACLS certification
- NIH Stroke Scale certified
- Adult Mental Health First Responder
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
07.2022 - 07.2025
EDUCATOR
Stewarts Creek High School
09.2021 - 06.2026
REGISTERED NURSE
Ascension Rutherford
07.2018 - 10.2021
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Austin Peay
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbia State Community College
Associate of Science - Pre-marketing
Columbia State Community College
Awards and Recognition
- Franklin Fire Department Civilian Lifesaving Award
- Sons of the American Revolution Lifesavers Award
- Daisy Award