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Crystal Payne

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Dedicated Registered Nurse excited to take next career step as Clinical Educator. Knowledgeable in creating robust education programs blending evidence-based principles with instructional technology and advancements in medicine. Adept in coaching nurses to improve patient relations and overall care and outcomes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Infusion Charge Nurse

Emory Healthcare
Atlanta, GA
10.2023 - Current
  • Administered intravenous medications and fluids to patients according to physician orders.
  • Assessed clinical education needs and patient and client teaching needs using various methods.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, hydration levels, and infusion sites for any adverse reactions or complications.
  • Provided patient education on the use of IV therapy and potential side effects.
  • Assisted in the preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used during infusions.
  • Responded quickly and efficiently to emergency situations that occurred during an infusion procedure.
  • Mixed medications for chemotherapy and iron infusions, carefully following physician's specifications.

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Signature Care
Houston, TX
05.2022 - 10.2023
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
  • Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
  • Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.

Infusion Therapy Nurse

Village Medical MD
Houston, TX
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Delivered treatments and intramuscular injections per facility protocols to maintain effective client protection.
  • Conducted evaluations and obtained vitals prior to administering IV treatments.
  • Implemented providers' orders to initiate IVs and access ports and deliver medications.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.

Critical Care Registered Nurse

HCA Healthcare Inc.
Houston, TX
02.2020 - 04.2022
  • Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tube management.
  • Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Assessed patients, documented observations and reviewed patient charts to determine care needs.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Alerted physician of diagnostic study results and changes in patient condition.
  • Assessed patient conditions, implemented care plans and reassessed conditions continuously.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop care plans for patients with complex medical needs.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Baptist College of Health Sciences
Memphis, TN
12.2019

Skills

  • Staff Development and Precepting
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations
  • Student Precepting
  • Patient Charting
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Emergency Interventions
  • ECG Rhythm Interpretation
  • Blood Transfusion Administration
  • Quality improvement
  • Clinical teaching
  • Emergency response
  • Patient assessment
  • Care coordination
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Clinical leadership
  • Critical thinking

Certification

  • BLS, 2024
  • ACLS, 2024
  • PALS, 2024

Affiliations

  • Sigma Theta Tau (2024)
  • National Society of Leadership and Success (2025)

Timeline

Infusion Charge Nurse

Emory Healthcare
10.2023 - Current

Infusion Therapy Nurse

Village Medical MD
10.2022 - 01.2023

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Signature Care
05.2022 - 10.2023

Critical Care Registered Nurse

HCA Healthcare Inc.
02.2020 - 04.2022

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Capella University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Baptist College of Health Sciences

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