Hala Wilcox
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated RN with extensive experience at Haralson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, excelling in compassionate patient care and clinical documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective medication administration and teamwork. Recognized for implementing infection control measures, contributing to a safer healthcare environment while advocating for patients and families.
Healthcare professional with proven track record in patient care and clinical procedures. Recognized for driving quality care and ensuring patient safety. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments, showcasing skills in patient assessment and treatment planning.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Floor Nurse
Haralson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
02.2020 - 01.2025
- Assisted in patient assessments and developed care plans under supervision.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Maintained compliance with safety regulations and infection control protocols in all procedures.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Contributed to reduced hospital readmissions by conducting thorough assessments and appropriately addressing patients'' concerns during their stay.
- Supported smooth transitions of care by effectively collaborating with other nurses during shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of patient care.
Staff Nurse
Florence McClure Womens Correctional Institute
12.2008 - 09.2017
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Implemented infection control procedures, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Staff R N
Florida Department Of Corrections
08.2002 - 2008
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and safety.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings which resulted in improved symptoms management.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Passco-Hernando Community College
Spring Hill, FLSkills
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessments
- Healthcare regulations
- Clinical judgment
- Nonviolent crisis intervention
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Patient and family advocacy
- Dementia care
- Patient care assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Physical assessment
- Wound care
- Intravenous therapy
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Excellent communication
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse
Haralson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
02.2020 - 01.2025
Staff Nurse
Florence McClure Womens Correctional Institute
12.2008 - 09.2017
Staff R N
Florida Department Of Corrections
08.2002 - 2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Passco-Hernando Community College
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