Emily Payne
Kentwood,LA
Summary
Dynamic RN with extensive experience at North Oaks Medical Center, excelling in critical care and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through strong clinical judgment and compassionate care. Skilled in staff training and mentoring, fostering teamwork and collaboration in high-pressure environments. ACLS certified, committed to delivering exceptional healthcare.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Same Day Surgery
North Oaks Medical Center
Hammond, LA
12.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes for clinical review.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop tailored care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Assisted in the training of new nursing staff on procedures and policies.
RN, Critical Care SICU
North Oaks Medical Center
Hammond, LA
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to create and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment to assess vital signs and detect changes in patient conditions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, fostering understanding of care processes.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and improve clinical outcomes.
- Provided expert clinical judgment during rapidly evolving situations, initiating appropriate interventions to maximize patient outcomes.
LPN LTAC, Rehab, HighObs Nurse
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
Hammond, LA
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LPN
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
Hammond, LA
10.2019 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Trained new nursing staff on clinical procedures and hospital protocols.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
ER LPN
ST Helena Parish Hospital
Greensburg, LA
06.2016 - 10.2019
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Assisted in management of patient flow in busy settings, reducing wait times and improving efficiency.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
LPN Med-Surg, Telemetry, Float
North Oaks Medical Center
Hammond, LA
03.2014 - 01.2019
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of patient care plans.
- Trained new nursing staff on clinical procedures and hospital protocols.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MS05.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Northshore Technical Community College
Greensburg, LA05.2014
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Staff training and mentoring
- Strong clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Nursing staff leadership
- Team coordination
- High level of autonomy
Timeline
RN Same Day Surgery
North Oaks Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
RN, Critical Care SICU
North Oaks Medical Center
05.2023 - 12.2024
LPN LTAC, Rehab, HighObs Nurse
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
08.2020 - 08.2023
LPN
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
10.2019 - 04.2022
ER LPN
ST Helena Parish Hospital
06.2016 - 10.2019
LPN Med-Surg, Telemetry, Float
North Oaks Medical Center
03.2014 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Northshore Technical Community College