Garrett Billingsley
Sardis,MS
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a proven track record at Regional One Health, enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate care and rigorous attention to detail and patient safety. Skilled in nursing documentation and embodying empathy, ability to multitask and adapt to fast-paced environments. Demonstrates excellence in quality improvement initiatives by utilizing evidence-based practices, contributing to exceptional patient care and safety standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Nurse Extern-Trauma ICU
Regional One Health
Memphis, TN
12.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to diverse populations.
- Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs.
- Completed, maintained and submitted accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient condition and treatment plan to facilitate continuity of care.
- Obtained information from patient interview and observation and documented vital signs, weights and heights, intakes and outputs to facilitate patient care activities.
- Contributed to achievement of established department goals and objectives by adhering to policies, procedures and quality and safety standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when analyzing complex clinical situations to determine appropriate action steps needed for resolution.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and overall healthcare delivery within the facility.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient care tasks, managing time effectively to address priority needs first.
Student Nurse Extern-Trauma ICU
Regional One Health
Memphis, TN
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Shadowed experienced nurses and provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
- Developed strong time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities during fast-paced hospital shifts.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting with daily living tasks and providing emotional support to patients.
ER Tech
Panola Medical Center
Batesville, MS
06.2020 - 02.2024
- Reduced wait times for patients by effectively prioritizing tasks based on urgency and level of need.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing attentive and compassionate care to individuals in the emergency room.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through open communication and teamwork with colleagues across all levels of the organization.
- Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs and reporting any significant changes to nursing staff or physicians promptly.
- Managed inventory of supplies within the ER unit assuring proper stocking levels for daily operations.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges or situations while maintaining the highest level of patient care.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
Farm Manager
KP Farms
Batesville, MS
03.2017 - 06.2020
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades.
- Reduced farm expenses by optimizing resource allocation and streamlining operations.
- Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
- Developed long-term plans for crop rotation, soil management, and sustainable farming practices to maintain soil fertility and prevent erosion.
- Analyzed soil to measure pH, minerals, and organics to judge best fertilizer and amendments for maximum crop production.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR02-2026
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS12-2024
Certificate - Surgical Technology
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Oxford, MS07-2021
Skills
- Patient safety
- Direct patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Quality improvement
- Medical device monitoring
- Attention to detail
- Reliable and responsible
- Critical Thinking
Awards
BEE Award Recipient-Regional One Health (2024)
Certified Trauma Student Extern-Regional One Health (2024)
Affiliations
- Member, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
- Member, Northwest Mississippi Community College Alumni Association
- Member, Northwest Mississippi Community College Student Nurses Association
- Member, Mississippi Organization for Student Nurses
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Real Estate Salesperson License (Inactive) - Mississippi Real Estate Commission
- Tech in Surgery (Inactive) - Certified (TS-C) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
Timeline
Graduate Nurse Extern-Trauma ICU
Regional One Health
12.2024 - Current
Student Nurse Extern-Trauma ICU
Regional One Health
06.2023 - 12.2024
ER Tech
Panola Medical Center
06.2020 - 02.2024
Farm Manager
KP Farms
03.2017 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Certificate - Surgical Technology
Northwest Mississippi Community College
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