CHRISTY STEWART
Chunky
Summary
A new challenging position in a nursing environment.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department
Choctaw Health Center
10.2022 - Current
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- 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.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Float Pool
Anderson Regional Medical Center
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.
- Promoted patient advocacy by actively participating in interdisciplinary meetings and voicing concerns on behalf of patients.
- Ensured patient safety by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs.
- Expanded professional knowledge and maintained licensure by participating in ongoing educational opportunities and conferences related to nursing practice.
Med Surg / Surgery Floor
Merit Health River Oaks
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of six patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Demonstrated adaptability during critical situations by remaining calm under pressure while providing high-quality care for patients experiencing acute or life-threatening conditions.
- Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
Covid Stepdown Unit/ Cardiac Stepdown Unit
Phoebe Putney Medical Center
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Med Surg / Renal / Telemetry Floor
Houston Medical Center
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
- Administered prescribed medications safely and effectively while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive electronic health records for all patients under care, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare team members and continuity of care across shifts.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Optimized workflow efficiency within the unit by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and collaborating with fellow nurses during peak periods of activity.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while supporting their families during difficult times.
Covid Stepdown Unit / Floatpool
Anderson Regional Medical Center
02.2020 - 04.2021
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Renal / GI / Med Surg RN Floor Nurse (Charge Nurse
Anderson Regional Medical Center
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Utilized [Software] to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in [Type] environment.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
- Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
- Measured and recorded patients' vital signs every hour.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
Student Nurse
Anderson Regional Medical Center
12.2016 - 04.2018
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in assessing patient conditions and escalating concerns when necessary for timely intervention.
- Acted as a liaison between medical staff, patients, and families to facilitate clear communication channels across all parties involved in the caregiving process.
- Educated patients on preventative measures, self-care techniques, and post-discharge instructions to promote optimal health outcomes.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through active listening, empathy, and personalized care approaches.
- Mentored fellow nursing students during clinical rotations—sharing knowledge about best practices while fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by managing time effectively and prioritizing tasks according to patient needs.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding treatment plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Sales / Account Coordinator
M’Prints, Meridian, MS
05.2006 - 05.2016
- Outside and Inside Sales
- Assistant Accountant
- Processing of detailed orders
- Working with multiple departments to complete the task
- Organization and fulfillment of orders
Assistant to the Director
CENTRAL CHILDREN’S CENTER, Meridian, MS
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Classroom teacher for three years
- Plan classroom agendas and teaching formats
- Daily interaction with parents and children
- Organize monthly fire drills and community functions
- Part-time
Receptionist / Order Entry
SPECIALTY MACHINE AND WELDING, Meridian, MS
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Waited on customers in person as well as over the telephone
- Entered customer sales orders and invoices
- Entered and received purchase orders
- Organize time sheets for work performed in shop
- Part-time
Medical Records
JEFF ANDERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, Meridian, MS
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Daily interaction with Doctors and hospital staff
- Documentation of Doctors notes
- Entered patient information into the computer
- Organize patient charts, read and notate the patients charts for the Doctors
- Handle birth and death certificate forms
- Maintained HIPAA compliance with patient medical records and personal health information.
- Facilitated smooth communication between departments with timely distribution of requested medical records.
- Improved patient care by efficiently managing medical records and updating databases.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Supported hospital administration by organizing and filing physical medical records efficiently.
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS05-2018
Associates Degree - Science
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS05-2017
Associate of Arts -
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05-2011
Associates Degree - Business
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS12-2005
High School Diploma -
Lamar High School
Meridian, MSSkills
- Critical thinking
- Preoperative and postoperative support
- GI Care (Bleeds/Surgeries)
- Renal/Dialysis Care
- Cardiac Care
- Acute Respiratory Care (Hi-Flow/BiPap)
- Acute/Post Trauma Care
- Post Neuro surgery care
- Peripheral Lines Insertion & Care / Central Line Care / BMI Care / NG tube placement & Care
- Woundcare experience
- Orthopedic experience
Certification
ACLS
American Heart Association
April 2027
PALS
American Heart Association
April 2027
BLS
American Heart Association
Sept. 2026
NIHSS
American Heart Association
April 2027
Timeline
Emergency Department
Choctaw Health Center
10.2022 - Current
Float Pool
Anderson Regional Medical Center
07.2022 - 09.2022
Med Surg / Surgery Floor
Merit Health River Oaks
02.2022 - 06.2022
Covid Stepdown Unit/ Cardiac Stepdown Unit
Phoebe Putney Medical Center
07.2021 - 12.2021
Med Surg / Renal / Telemetry Floor
Houston Medical Center
04.2021 - 07.2021
Covid Stepdown Unit / Floatpool
Anderson Regional Medical Center
02.2020 - 04.2021
Renal / GI / Med Surg RN Floor Nurse (Charge Nurse
Anderson Regional Medical Center
05.2018 - 02.2020
Student Nurse
Anderson Regional Medical Center
12.2016 - 04.2018
Sales / Account Coordinator
M’Prints, Meridian, MS
05.2006 - 05.2016
Assistant to the Director
CENTRAL CHILDREN’S CENTER, Meridian, MS
01.2002 - 01.2006
Receptionist / Order Entry
SPECIALTY MACHINE AND WELDING, Meridian, MS
01.2002 - 01.2006
Medical Records
JEFF ANDERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, Meridian, MS
01.1998 - 01.2002
Associates Degree - Nursing
East Central Community College
Associates Degree - Science
East Central Community College
Associate of Arts -
Mississippi State University
Associates Degree - Business
Meridian Community College
High School Diploma -
Lamar High School
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