Desiree Lacy
Joshua,TX
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional with 19 years experience across multiple pediatric specialties offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable with multiple EMR charting systems and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Registered Nurse - (Seasonal Contract)
Cook Children's Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
- Pediatric Emergency Department - Pediatric Registered Nurse
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients neonates to 18 years of age.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Expert Witness (Part Time: 8 hrs/month)
Rushton, Stakely, Johnston & Garrett, P.A. (Montgomery, AL)
07.2022 - Current
- Review documentation and provide information based on areas of expertise.
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Travel: 36 hrs/wk)
WakeMed Raleigh Campus (Raleigh, NC)
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Triage and provide emergent care to neonates to 18 years of age.
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Travel: 36 hrs/wk)
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa - The Childrens Hospital of San Antonio (San Antonio, TX)
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Triage and provide emergent medical care for neonates to 18 years of age
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Staff: 36 hrs/wk)
Cook Children's Medical Center (Fort Worth, TX)
08.2009 - 02.2022
- Pediatric Emergency Department - Pediatric Registered Nurse
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients neonates to 18 years of age.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse (Part Time: 12 Hrs/wk)
Texas Health - Southwest (Fort Worth, TX)
05.2008 - 10.2011
- Nursery - Registered Nurse
- Provided direct patient care to neonates from time of delivery to discharge from hospital.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educate families on newborn care.
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Part Time: 12 hrs/wk)
Cook Children's Medical Center (Fort Worth, TX)
01.2008 - 08.2009
- Pediatric Medical Unit - Pediatric Registered Nurse
- Improved patient outcomes by developing individualized care plans tailored to the needs of pediatric patients.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to optimize patient care quality and effectiveness.
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Staff: 40 hrs/wk)
Vitas Hospice (Fort Worth, TX)
12.2007 - 08.2009
- Pediatric Hospice Nurse
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
- Advocated for patients'' needs during multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for optimal care outcomes.
- Aided in designing healthcare plans for pediatric patients based on individual medical needs and living situations.
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Staff: 36 hrs/wk)
Cook Children's Medical Center (Fort Worth, TX)
04.2007 - 12.2007
- Pediatric Intensive Care Unit - Pediatric Registered Nurse
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to optimize patient care quality and effectiveness.
- Delivered high-quality patient care consistently, adhering to unit protocols and hospital policies while maintaining a professional demeanor under pressure.
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Staff: 36 hrs/wk)
Cook Children's Medical Center (Fort Worth, TX)
07.2004 - 06.2007
- Pediatric Transitional Care Unit - Pediatric Registered Nurse
- Managed complex cases involving multiple specialists while maintaining clear communication channels between all parties involved in a child''s care plan.
- Advocated for patients'' needs during multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for optimal care outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, enabling informed decision-making among healthcare providers.
Electronics Maintenance Technician (Staff: 40 hrs/wk)
Texas Department of Transportation (Fort Worth, TX)
06.1997 - 06.2004
- Electronics Maintenance Technician
- Enhanced equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Optimized system performance through thorough testing, analysis, and adjustments as needed.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk (Staff: 40 hrs/wk)
Holbrook Patterson (Cleburne, TX)
07.1992 - 05.1997
- Shipping and Receiving Clerk
- Streamlined receiving processes, ensuring proper documentation and prompt distribution of incoming goods to appropriate departments.
- Expedited delivery times by collaborating closely with carriers to schedule timely pickups and drop-offs for shipments.
- Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
Electro-Optics Technician (Staff: 40 hrs/wk)
United States Marine Corps (Lake Forest, CA)
07.1983 - 07.1992
- Electro-Optics Technician
- Optimized system performance through thorough testing, analysis, and adjustments as needed.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
Education
BSN -
The University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX08.2007
ADN -
Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TX05.2004
AA -
Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TX08.2002
Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Organization
- Attention to Detail
- Dependable and Responsible
- Time Management
- Active Listening
Volunteer Experience
Boy Scouts of America, Fort Worth, TX, Advancement Secretary, 08/22/08, 05/22/12
Certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
American Heart Association
Expiration 3/31/2024
Basic Life Support
American Heart Association
Expiration 7/31/2025
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
American Heart Association
Expiration 7/31/2025
Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
Emergency Nurses Association
Expiration 06/30/2025
Trauma Nurse Core Course
Emergency Nurses Association
Expiration 12/06/2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pediatric Registered Nurse - (Seasonal Contract)
Cook Children's Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Travel: 36 hrs/wk)
WakeMed Raleigh Campus (Raleigh, NC)
08.2022 - 08.2023
Expert Witness (Part Time: 8 hrs/month)
Rushton, Stakely, Johnston & Garrett, P.A. (Montgomery, AL)
07.2022 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Travel: 36 hrs/wk)
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa - The Childrens Hospital of San Antonio (San Antonio, TX)
03.2022 - 06.2022
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Staff: 36 hrs/wk)
Cook Children's Medical Center (Fort Worth, TX)
08.2009 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse (Part Time: 12 Hrs/wk)
Texas Health - Southwest (Fort Worth, TX)
05.2008 - 10.2011
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Part Time: 12 hrs/wk)
Cook Children's Medical Center (Fort Worth, TX)
01.2008 - 08.2009
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Staff: 40 hrs/wk)
Vitas Hospice (Fort Worth, TX)
12.2007 - 08.2009
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Staff: 36 hrs/wk)
Cook Children's Medical Center (Fort Worth, TX)
04.2007 - 12.2007
Pediatric Registered Nurse (Staff: 36 hrs/wk)
Cook Children's Medical Center (Fort Worth, TX)
07.2004 - 06.2007
Electronics Maintenance Technician (Staff: 40 hrs/wk)
Texas Department of Transportation (Fort Worth, TX)
06.1997 - 06.2004
Shipping and Receiving Clerk (Staff: 40 hrs/wk)
Holbrook Patterson (Cleburne, TX)
07.1992 - 05.1997
Electro-Optics Technician (Staff: 40 hrs/wk)
United States Marine Corps (Lake Forest, CA)
07.1983 - 07.1992
BSN -
The University of Texas at Arlington
ADN -
Tarrant County College District
AA -
Tarrant County College District