Cortney Palmer
Springhill,FL
Summary
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: Seeking a nursing position that will allow the use of skills and knowledge acquired during vast years of working as a medical professional.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Emory University Hospital Midtown
Atlanta
01.2024 - Current
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Advocated for patients' needs throughout their stay in PACU, establishing trustful relationships with patients and their families.
Registered Nurse
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
Washington DC
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes during recovery process
- Managed multiple high-acuity cases simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
- Educated patients and families on post-surgery expectations, care instructions, and follow-up appointments to support successful recoveries.
Registered Nurse
Medical City Arlington
Arlington
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Evaluated and completed an assessment of patient’s needs to provide supportive care before and after surgery for approximately 40 cases/day
- Assessed, evaluated, and accurately recorded client’s post-sedation status and provided supportive care during the post-procedure phase
- Connected patient's to appropriate equipment for vital signs such as cardiac monitoring, pulse oximeter, and oxygen devices
- Initiated IV access and maintained aseptic technique.
PACU Charge Nurse
Covenant Hobbs Hospital
Hobbs
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Enhanced staff efficiency by providing ongoing training, mentorship, and support to new and experienced nurses.
- Provided nursing care in pre-op, PACU, and Phase 2.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
PCCU/Telemetry Nursing
Medical City
Arlington, TX
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Analyzing EXG results to establish baselines and spot abnormalities
- Delivering emergency medical care when patients suffer heart attacks or other life-threatening problems
- Educate patients on lifestyle changes and ongoing treatments prior to discharge.
- Assisted in the development of hospital-wide telemetry protocols, resulting in improved patient outcomes and safety.
Education
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University of Texas in Arlington
School of Nursing
August 18. 2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tarrant County College
School of Applied Sciences
August 2015
Bachelor of Science - Engineering, Biology
Texas Southern University, Technology
May 2007
Skills
- Communication skills
- Time Management Skills
- Electronic Health Record
- EPIC Charting System
- Cerna Charting system
- Meditech Charting System
Certification
CPR Certified
BLS Certified
PALS Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Emory University Hospital Midtown
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
05.2023 - 11.2023
PACU Charge Nurse
Covenant Hobbs Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse
Medical City Arlington
01.2018 - 01.2023
PCCU/Telemetry Nursing
Medical City
01.2016 - 01.2018
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University of Texas in Arlington
School of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tarrant County College
School of Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Engineering, Biology
Texas Southern University, Technology