Crystal Houston

• Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
• Emotionally supported patients during treatments and gave information on support groups and therapy services.
• Spoke with patients to better understand experienced side effects, noting details in charts for physician follow-up.
• Utilized different items and methods, including gentle music and soft lighting in infusion room to promote kinder, less stressful atmosphere for patients.
• Accessed patient ports and PICC lines to start infusions and check for cleanliness.
• Managed infusion schedule and patient flow for up to 6 patients per week.
• Updated patient charts using confidential electronic medical records.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.

• Perform all duties and functions of an Operating Circulating nurse
• ACLS, BLS, PALS certified 
• Assist in preparation of patients undergoing surgical procedures 
• Anticipate needs of surgeon and OR team
• Ensure patient safety including proper positioning, sterilization, proper equipment usage, and documentation 

Supervisor: Shannon Haygood

256 543 5265

• Assessed patients in a home setting
• Provided wound and IV care
• Medication management 
• Case management 
• Patient and family advocate 

Supervisor: Lindy Snead

256 927 1144

• Cardiac Unit
• Monitored telemetry patients
• Recovered patients after heart caths and other procedures
• Prepped patients for surgery
• Safely administered medication
• Patient advocate

Supervisor: Coni Malbie

256 494 4000