JOEL LAWRENCE
Fort Worth
Summary
Organized and dependable Nurse successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center, Dallas Emergency Department
01.2023 - Current
- Performed swift, accurate triage and initial stabilization for critical patients in high-pressure emergency settings.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Skilled in IV insertion, medication administration, wound care, EKG interpretation, and advanced life support interventions.
Registered Nurse
Federal Medical Center Fort Worth
05.2021 - 01.2023
- Triaged and assessed medical complaints and emergencies for over 300 inmates as the only health care professional on duty.
- Assisted in emergency situations, providing critical first-response care while adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare providers and corrections staff, facilitating clear communication regarding inmate health needs.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
Sterile Processing and EKG Technician
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
06.2011 - 01.2021
- Assisted ICU Nursing staff in daily care of patients and monitored EKG rhythms for 20 bed ICU.
- Prepared surgical instruments and trauma sets for operating room procedures.
Hospital Corpsman Fleet Marine Force
United States Navy
03.2008 - 03.2020
- Provided emergency medical treatment to sick and injured Marines in high stress environments
- Lead and taught Tactical Casualty Combat Care (TCCC) and first aid course to prepare Marines for combat deployment.
- Maintained detailed records of patients'' medical histories, exam findings, and treatment plans to facilitate efficient communication among healthcare team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Univesity of Texas at
01.2021
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Complex Problem-solving
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), TX
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center, Dallas Emergency Department
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Federal Medical Center Fort Worth
05.2021 - 01.2023
Sterile Processing and EKG Technician
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
06.2011 - 01.2021
Hospital Corpsman Fleet Marine Force
United States Navy
03.2008 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Univesity of Texas at
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