DARCIA BILLUE
Lipan,USA
Summary
Compassionate intensive case nurse with several years of experience tending to facility's most indigent patients. Cares for patients throughout treatment and recovery, meeting needs and promoting awareness and resolution of conditions. Devoted healthcare professional supporting total health.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Clinical Director
Flow Therapy
Fort Worth, TX
02.2024 - Current
- Provided clinical oversight for staff and services.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Monitored patient progress, ensuring quality care was provided.
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with legal requirements.
Registered Nurse PACU
Texas Health Resources
Fort Worth, TX
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
- Provided patient education regarding recovery process and pain management techniques.
- Monitored intravenous infusion pumps, ensuring proper dosage of medication.
- Instructed family members on post-operative care techniques at home.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare staff to coordinate patient care plans.
Registered Nurse ICU
Baylor Scott & White Health
Fort Worth, TX
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Assessed and monitored critically ill patients' conditions to identify changes in health status.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, wound care, and performing basic laboratory tests.
- Initiated, monitored and adjusted intravenous therapy according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality of care was provided to all patients.
- Educated families on critical care management of their loved ones.
- Participated in daily rounds with physicians for each assigned patient.
RN Infusion Nurse
The Center for Blood and Cancer Disorders
Fort Worth, TX
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
Registered Nurse ICU
Texas Health Resources
Fort Worth, TX
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Assessed and monitored critically ill patients' conditions to identify changes in health status.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, wound care, and performing basic laboratory tests.
- Initiated, monitored and adjusted intravenous therapy according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality of care was provided to all patients.
- Educated families on critical care management of their loved ones.
- Participated in daily rounds with physicians for each assigned patient.
RN Charge Nurse
Texas Health Resources
Willow Park, TX
03.2015 - 08.2020
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
RN Emergency Department
JOHN PETERSMITH HOSPITAL
Fort Worth, TX
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient's condition.
- Provided initial assessment of patients and identified changes in their condition.
- Performed triage to prioritize care for emergency room patients.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergent or crisis situations.
- Managed medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors, IV pumps.
RN Emergency Department
RN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT, ERCA CAMP BOWIE LLC
Fort Worth, TX
10.2013 - 03.2015
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient's condition.
- Provided initial assessment of patients and identified changes in their condition.
- Performed triage to prioritize care for emergency room patients.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergent or crisis situations.
Registered Nurse (RN) ICU
Texas Health Resources
Fort Worth, TX
06.2002 - 03.2014
- Provided care to a variety of complex medical and surgical patients.
- Performed bedside procedures, including intubation, central line placement, arterial lines, chest tubes and wound care.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members in order to provide quality patient care.
- Facilitated admission and discharge processes for ICU patients.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to any changes in patient condition or treatment plan.
- Analyzed laboratory results and other diagnostic tests in order to develop an appropriate plan of care for individual patients.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
ASPEN COLLEGE
03.2020
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - NURSING
WEATHERFORD COLLEGE
05.2002
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - AGRICULTURE AND DEVELOPMENT
TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY
12.1994
Skills
- Family Support
- Emotional Support
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Reliable and Responsible
- Documentation And Reporting
- Patient Monitoring
- Adaptability
- Team building
- Medication Administration
- Self Motivation
Certification
- RN License, Indefinite
- BLS Certification, 09/01/23 to 09/30/25
- ACLS Certification, 09/01/23 to 09/30/25
- Compact State Nurse License, 06/01/01 to 08/31/25
Timeline
Associate Clinical Director
Flow Therapy
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse PACU
Texas Health Resources
10.2023 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse ICU
Baylor Scott & White Health
10.2021 - 09.2023
RN Infusion Nurse
The Center for Blood and Cancer Disorders
08.2021 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse ICU
Texas Health Resources
08.2020 - 08.2021
RN Charge Nurse
Texas Health Resources
03.2015 - 08.2020
RN Emergency Department
JOHN PETERSMITH HOSPITAL
07.2014 - 03.2015
RN Emergency Department
RN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT, ERCA CAMP BOWIE LLC
10.2013 - 03.2015
Registered Nurse (RN) ICU
Texas Health Resources
06.2002 - 03.2014
- RN License, Indefinite
- BLS Certification, 09/01/23 to 09/30/25
- ACLS Certification, 09/01/23 to 09/30/25
- Compact State Nurse License, 06/01/01 to 08/31/25
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
ASPEN COLLEGE
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - NURSING
WEATHERFORD COLLEGE
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - AGRICULTURE AND DEVELOPMENT
TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY