Emily Watkins
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
UNC Rex Healthcare
Raleigh, NC
03.2023 - Current
- Performed assessments of patients in recovery from anesthesia.
- Assessed pain management needs for patients recovering from surgery or procedures.
- Educated patients on their post-anesthesia care plan, including activity restrictions and follow-up appointments.
Travel Registered Nurse, Cardiothoracic ICU
WakeMed Raleigh Campus
Raleigh, NC
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided post-operative care and monitored for complications such as infection, bleeding, or pain.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when assessing and treating patients after surgery.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory failure.
Travel Registered Nurse, Trauma-Surgical ICU
University of Kentucky Medical Center
Lexington, KY
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure of a new organ transplant patient.
Travel Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital
Puyallup, WA
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed patient care plans and provided necessary medical treatments to patients promptly.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
- Developed nursing care plans based on the individual needs of each patient.
Travel Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
Medical University Of South Carolina
Charleston, SC
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Monitored patient progress throughout the course of treatment involving a cardiac device.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Travel Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Adventist Health Hospital
Rockville, MD
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Assisted in starting a COVID-19 Intensive Care Unit
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
Travel Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
University of Virginia Medical Center
Charlottesville, VA
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Provided direct patient care to individuals with confirmed and suspected COVID-19, including administering medications, treatments, and oxygen therapy.
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Wake Forest Baptist Hospital
Winston-Salem, NC
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Wake Forest Baptist Hospital
Winston-Salem, NC
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
Registered Nurse
Wellspring Retirement Home
Greensboro, NC
05.2018 - 03.2019
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wellspring Retirement Home
Greensboro, NC
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, and healthcare team members, regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Countryside Manor Retirement Community
Stokesdale, NC
07.2016 - 03.2018
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-salem, NC05-2018
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-salem, NC07-2016
Skills
- Trained on EPIC, Cerner and MatrixCare Charting systems
- Good time management skills
- Detail-oriented
- Strong ability to embrace teamwork through effective communication
Certification
- Registered Nurse: NC RN License Number- 304946
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
UNC Rex Healthcare
03.2023 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, Cardiothoracic ICU
WakeMed Raleigh Campus
12.2022 - 03.2023
Travel Registered Nurse, Trauma-Surgical ICU
University of Kentucky Medical Center
08.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital
11.2021 - 06.2022
Travel Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
Medical University Of South Carolina
05.2021 - 10.2021
Travel Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Adventist Health Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2021
Travel Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
University of Virginia Medical Center
10.2020 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Wake Forest Baptist Hospital
09.2019 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Wake Forest Baptist Hospital
07.2018 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse
Wellspring Retirement Home
05.2018 - 03.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wellspring Retirement Home
08.2017 - 05.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Countryside Manor Retirement Community
07.2016 - 03.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
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