Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
North Caddo Medical Center
05.2014 - Current
Float between Med/Surg, ER, OR, and PACU
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Registered Nurse
Willis Knighton North
12.2018 - 04.2019
Operating Room Nurse
Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
Registered Nurse
Christus Highland Hospital
02.2017 - 09.2018
Cath Lab Holding Nurse
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
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.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Willis Knighton Bossier
02.2016 - 02.2017
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
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.
Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA
05-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR
05-2014
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Strong clinical judgment
Patient care
Infection control measures
Patient and family advocacy
Care planning
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification