Debra Hurst
Bethel Springs
Summary
Dynamic health science educator with a proven track record at McNairy County Board of Education, achieving a 100% pass rate in CNA and PCT programs. Expert in lab safety protocols and student engagement, I foster scientific literacy while mentoring educators and students, enhancing learning through innovative teaching practices and technology integration.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Career and Technical Health Science Instructor
McNairy County Board of Education
Selmer, TN
08.2007 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging health care curricula aligned with state standards.
- Facilitated hands-on laboratory experiments to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Assessed student performance through diverse evaluation methods, ensuring consistent academic growth.
- Mentored new educators in instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Instructor of CNA and PCT programs with 100% pass rate on certification exam
- Co-sponsor of MCHS HOSA
- Mentored students in clinical internship experience
- Integrated technology into lessons to support interactive learning environments and student engagement.
- Dual enrollment instructor for Anatomy and Physiology and Medical Terminology
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to expose students to real-world applications of scientific principles.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care and Emergency
West Tennessee Healthcare
Jackson, TN
06.1992 - 08.2021
- Administered critical care interventions for diverse patient populations in high-acuity settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to changes in patient conditions, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, fostering understanding and compliance with care plans.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing skills and promoting best practices in intensive care delivery.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and reduce adverse events.
- Led emergency response efforts during code situations, coordinating team actions for effective crisis management.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- This position was fulltime and prn.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Vanderbilt Medical Center
Nashville, TN
09.1992 - 01.1996
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical condition, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Mentored junior nurses and nursing students, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety protocols within the emergency department.
- This was a part time position.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN08-2022
Bachelor of Science -
University of Tennessee At Martin
Martin, TN05-2005
Associate of Science -
Union University
Jackson, TN05-1992
Skills
- Lab safety protocols
- Online teaching tools
- Student engagement
- Scientific literacy
Certification
CPR Instructor
Timeline
Career and Technical Health Science Instructor
McNairy County Board of Education
08.2007 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Vanderbilt Medical Center
09.1992 - 01.1996
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care and Emergency
West Tennessee Healthcare
06.1992 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Education
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science -
University of Tennessee At Martin
Associate of Science -
Union University