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Courtney Cox

Lee's Summit,MO

Summary

As a former teacher and current Emergency Department RN, effective communication skills and drive have been essential to my success. I have a track record of cultivating strong, trusting relationships with my coworkers and patients. I am a highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. I possess strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. I seek to provide education and compassionate care to my patients.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Research Hospital
Kansas City, MO
01.2023 - Current
  • Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
  • Provided patient care according to established standards and protocols.
  • Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
  • Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
  • Precepted new RN's to the unit.

Nurse Extern-PCU

Research Hospital
Kansas City, MO
04.2022 - 12.2022
  • Delivered high level of care to every patient.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting and ambulation.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to
    interdisciplinary care team.

Teacher

Summit Christian Academy
Lee's Summit, MO
08.2016 - 08.2021
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using differentiated instruction and hands-on activities.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Coordinated the ACSI Math Olympics for grades 3-6.
  • Involved in the creation of the school-wide BAM (active Bodies, Active Minds) Committee.

Track and Volleyball Coach

Summit Christian Academy
Lee's Summit, MO
08.2017 - 05.2020
  • Developed and implemented practices to enhance player skills and promote teamwork.
  • Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.

Early Education Coordinator

Abundant Life Baptist Church
Lee's Summit, MO
09.2008 - 05.2011
  • Chose and implemented Sunday School curriculum and activities for birth to 5 years of age.
  • Trained and scheduled volunteers to help with children's activities at the church.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Research College of Nursing
Kansas City
12.2022

Master of Arts - Theology

Liberty University
Online
05.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City
05.2006

Skills

  • Teaching and Tutoring
  • Relationship Building
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Reporting and Documentation
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Effective Listening
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Decision Making
  • Collaboration
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Medication Administration
  • Compassionate Care
  • Patient Assessments

Certification

  • BLS Certification
  • PALS Certification
  • TNCC
  • ENPC
  • CPI Training
  • Early Education Missouri Teaching Certification
  • Elementary Education Missouri Teaching Certification
  • Special Education Missouri Teaching Certification
  • ACSI Teaching Certification

Accomplishments

  • SCA teacher of the year winner 2020
  • SCA teacher of the year nominee 2019

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Research Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Nurse Extern-PCU

Research Hospital
04.2022 - 12.2022

Track and Volleyball Coach

Summit Christian Academy
08.2017 - 05.2020

Teacher

Summit Christian Academy
08.2016 - 08.2021

Early Education Coordinator

Abundant Life Baptist Church
09.2008 - 05.2011

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Research College of Nursing

Master of Arts - Theology

Liberty University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Missouri-Kansas City
Courtney Cox