Compassionate pediatric RN with experience in both high-acuity CVICU and outpatient allergy and immunology settings. Experienced in managing complex pediatric conditions, educating patients and families on congenital heart disease and allergy and asthma management. Skilled in allergy testing and administration of immunotherapy and biologics. Recognized for strong clinical judgement, patient advocacy, and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Pediatric Allergy RN
Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest
Springdale, AR
09.2025 - Current
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize incoming patient referrals by reviewing the diagnosis, relevant symptoms, and any clinical data.
Provided comprehensive nursing care for pediatric patients with allergic and immunologic conditions.
Educated patients and families on allergy management, medication administration, anaphylaxis recognition, and proper use of emergency epinephrine.
Administered immunotherapy injections and biologic medications while monitoring and assessing for adverse reactions.
Initiated, built, and maintained a centralized webpage for clinic policies, guidelines, and patient education materials, improving resource accessibility and workflow efficiency.
Conducted thorough patient assessments during food/drug challenges, promptly notifying physicians of any changes and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Performed allergy skin testing and interpreted results according to protocol.
Pediatric CVICU RN
Arkansas Children's Hospital
Little Rock, AR
02.2022 - 8 2025
Monitored and interpreted advanced hemodynamic data, titrated vasoactive infusions, and rapidly responded to changes in patient condition to support hemodynamic stability and optimal outcomes.
Precepted new nurses on a high-acuity unit with medically-complex patients, providing training and support, and reinforcing the importance of evidence-based practices, critical thinking, adherence to protocols.
Promoted a culture of safety by participating in the unit's quality and safety council by participating in monthly meetings, identifying patient safety issues, performing various audits of interdisciplinary team members, and advocating for patient care according to best practices.
Educated and supported patients and families, providing clear communication, emotional support, and guidance throughout hospitalization and recovery.
Education
Nursing
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
12-2021
Skills
Clinical
Allergy skin prick testing
Immunotherapy administration
Oral food challenges
Biologic therapy administration
Critical Care
Hemodynamic monitoring
Vasoactive infusion management
Mechanical ventilation management
Patient & Family Education
Asthma and allergy action plans
Epinephrine training and signs of anaphylaxis
Professional
Precepting nurses
Clinical resource development & workflow improvement
Fellowship in Allergy & Immunology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences UniversityFellowship in Allergy & Immunology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology Fellow at McGill University Health Center, MontrealPediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology Fellow at McGill University Health Center, Montreal