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Ebonitta Boykin

Fayetteville,United States

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience in patient management, customer service and team coordination. Proven ability to lead nursing staff, implement infection control measures, and develop effective care plans. Recognized for delivering compassionate care in diverse populations while ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing patient outcomes through strong advocacy and collaboration.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
Fayetteville, NC
11.2021 - Current
  • Administered medications via IV, IM, PO routes.
  • Initiated and maintained IV access lines.
  • Maintained tubes, drains, and lines such as JP drains, nephrostomy, tubes, PEG tubes, and etc.
  • Monitored and assessed wounds and surgical sites.
  • Provided non-pharmacologic measures for pain and comfort.
  • Provided education on discharge resources, medications, diagnosis, and after care.
  • Monitored, recorded and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
  • Recorded patients' medical information and vital signs.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
  • Developed an individual plan of care for patients to manage pain, improve function, maximize independence, provide education, strengthen coping strategies, and improve access to community resources.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
  • Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.
  • Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
  • Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
  • Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
  • Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses.

Floor Nurse/COVID Emergency Response

Krucial Staffing
Overland Park, United States
04.2020 - 10.2021
  • Assessed and evaluated patients with Covid-related symptoms.
  • Provided Covid screening for patients with related symptoms.
  • Assisted with treatment of Covid and infection prevention strategies.
  • Provided therapeutic listening and comfort for those feeling isolated r/t Covid-19.
  • Educated patients on proper hand washing, appropriate PPE, and social distancing policies.
  • Responded quickly and appropriately to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care services by documenting assessment results in medical record.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of emergency procedures such as code blue response protocol.
  • Communicated effectively with physicians regarding changes in patient status or treatment plans.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans of care for each assigned patient.
  • Performed patient assessments including vital signs, physical examinations, height and weight measurements, and documentation of findings.
  • Provided emotional support and reassurance to family members during times of distress.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
  • Implemented infection control measures such as hand hygiene according to hospital policies.
  • Provided education on medications, treatments, and health maintenance activities to patients and families.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.

Unit Manager

Carolina Rehabilitation Center
Fayetteville, United States
10.2019 - 07.2020
  • Ensured continual delivery of high-quality nursing care.
  • Adopted and implemented innovative nursing practices to improve our facility.
  • Ensured that nursing staff remains in compliance with professional development and regulatory standards.
  • Initiated and modified treatment plans for managing residents care.
  • Assisted ADON and DON in day to day operations within the facility.
  • Resolved complex customer service issues in a timely manner.
  • Monitored daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and leave requests.
  • Conducted performance reviews for all unit personnel.
  • Provided training sessions for newly hired personnel on relevant skills required for their roles.
  • Managed team of 15 employees and ensured their productivity.
  • Actively participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates.
  • Ensured that the unit was compliant with safety standards and protocols set by the organization.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless integration of services provided by the unit.
  • Organized and scheduled staff meetings to discuss policies and procedures.
  • Developed effective strategies to improve employee morale, motivation, and engagement.
  • Initiated audit process to evaluate thoroughness of documentation and maintenance of facility standards.
  • Coordinated ongoing educational objectives to enhance staff competencies in safety, quality, and core measures.
  • Analyzed patients records to determine efficiency and effectiveness of care.
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints, ensuring satisfaction and maintaining service quality.
  • Prepared and presented reports on unit performance, challenges, and achievements to senior management.
  • Identified and oriented new staff members before deployment to assigned stations.
  • Oversaw daily operations of unit, ensuring efficiency and compliance with company policies.
  • Implemented staff development programs to enhance skills and promote career growth.
  • Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe work environment.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.

Home Health Nurse

BAYADA Home Health Care
Fayetteville, United States
10.2019 - 07.2020
  • Assessed patients' condition during every visit and charted observations.
  • Performed evaluation tasks, including vital signs and medication review.
  • Administered medication as prescribed by the patient's Physician.
  • Dressed or redressed open wounds and assessed progress of healing.
  • Educated patients and their families on proper home health care strategies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
  • Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
  • Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls from clients needing urgent attention at home.
  • Instructed family members in basic nursing skills including wound care, injections, catheterization, and other treatments as ordered by the physician.
  • Attended continuing education courses related to home health nursing practices.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families and healthcare providers.
  • Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while caring for clients in their homes.
  • Assessed patient needs and developed care plans accordingly.
  • Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
  • Monitored vital signs and symptoms, adjusting care plans as necessary.
  • Utilized electronic health records to document patient care accurately and comprehensively.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

Psychiatric Mental Health Registered Nurse

Strategic Behavior Health
Garner, United States
07.2013 - 07.2019
  • Adhered and applied to protocols and policies and evidence base practice for patients under my care.
  • Implemented new policies among patients of psychiatric setting.
  • Delegated tasks to RN and LPNs within a psychiatric setting.
  • Provided direct quality care to patients including daily monitoring, recording, and evaluating of medical conditions of up to 12 patients.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff, physicians, and case workers in order to provide a calm and therapeutic environment for patients.
  • Supervised and handled direct care of transfer patients from one location to another in an emergency situation.
  • Reviewed patient records necessary for admission and discharge processes.
  • Counseled patients individually and in group settings on topics such as stress management, anger control, substance abuse prevention, and self-improvement strategies.
  • Developed discharge plans that included follow-up appointments with psychiatrists or primary care providers.
  • Demonstrated empathy towards clients while providing them with an environment conducive to healing.
  • Provided individualized patient-centered care plans that addressed the psychological and social needs of each patient.
  • Provided crisis intervention services for suicidal ideation or violent behavior in order to de-escalate situations safely.
  • Assessed, evaluated, and monitored patients' physical and mental health conditions to determine nursing care needs.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and setbacks related to their diagnoses and treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans for mental health disorders.
  • Maintained detailed records regarding patient progress notes, interventions provided and results achieved over time periods specified by medical staff members or regulatory agencies.
  • Implemented evidence-based and best practice problem-solving interventions to establish protective measures for suicide prevention and self-harm.
  • Administered medications prescribed by a psychiatrist according to established protocols.
  • Actively sought out new ways to improve quality of care delivered while maintaining cost efficiency standards set forth by healthcare organizations.
  • Attended continuing education courses related to advances in mental health nursing practices.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

House Supervisor/Charge Nurse

Strategic Behavior Health
Garner, United States
09.2015 - 01.2019
  • Served as hospital Supervisor and managed hospital units.
  • Assisted with scheduling and assignment duties for nurses on a day by day basis.
  • Utilized spreadsheet and excel for scheduling and payroll for more than 45 nurses.
  • Directly mentored more than 45 newly hired nurses in developing and achieving professional expertise within a psychiatric setting.
  • Supervised adolescent and geriatric unit of a psychiatric facility.
  • Coordinated communication between departments to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Developed strategies for improving efficiency in operations while maintaining quality standards.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the facility to coordinate interdisciplinary care plans for patients.
  • Conducted regular rounds on nursing units to assess staffing levels, safety protocols and patient satisfaction.
  • Managed daily staffing needs including scheduling shifts, managing call-offs and recruiting additional personnel as needed.
  • Acted as a liaison between management team and frontline staff regarding issues such as policy changes or process improvements.
  • Ensured staff compliance with all regulatory requirements, policies and procedures.
  • Investigated customer complaints related to patient care services provided by the department.
  • Monitored patient care activities to ensure quality service delivery.
  • Reviewed incident reports and took appropriate corrective action when necessary.
  • Participated in meetings with medical directors and physicians to discuss clinical concerns related to patient care practices.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
  • Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
  • Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Created and integrated new nursing protocols designed to improve patient outcomes while minimizing medical errors.
  • Provided patients with direct nursing care during periods of department short-staffing.
  • Coordinated and led in-services to facilitate nursing leadership development and career growth.
  • Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
  • Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Nursing

Duke University School of Nursing
Durham, NC
12.2012

Skills

  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Infection control measures
  • Direct and indirect patient care
  • Staff supervision
  • Precepting
  • Nursing plan development
  • Medical records management
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient management
  • Documentation and charting
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Patient advocacy
  • Team collaboration
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Medication administration

Certification

  • Registered Nurse (RN), 06/2025
  • CPR Certification/BLS Certification, 08/2025
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support 08/2025

References

  • Michele Pitt, Strategic Behavior Health, (910) 309-4856, Michelepitt1@gmail.com
  • Remel Cooper, Krucial Staffing, (770) 568-4252, remelcooper@aol.com
  • Ronslynn Torres, Cape Fear Valley, (919) 648-6883, ronslynn14@yahoo.com

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
11.2021 - Current

Floor Nurse/COVID Emergency Response

Krucial Staffing
04.2020 - 10.2021

Unit Manager

Carolina Rehabilitation Center
10.2019 - 07.2020

Home Health Nurse

BAYADA Home Health Care
10.2019 - 07.2020

House Supervisor/Charge Nurse

Strategic Behavior Health
09.2015 - 01.2019

Psychiatric Mental Health Registered Nurse

Strategic Behavior Health
07.2013 - 07.2019

Bachelor's Degree - Nursing

Duke University School of Nursing

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