Haley Austin
Benton,AR
Summary
Registered Nursing professional with strong leadership skills and comprehensive understanding of patient care management. Proven track record in team collaboration and adaptable to changing healthcare environments. Expertise in clinical operations, staff development, and patient advocacy. Strong focus on achieving optimal health outcomes and maintaining high standards in care delivery.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Manager
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, UAMS
Little Rock, AR
05.2025 - Current
- Coordinated departmental initiatives aligning with organizational goals and strategic objectives.
- Managed project timelines, ensuring adherence to deadlines while maintaining high standards.
- Facilitated communication between departments to improve collaboration and information flow.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline workflow.
- Developed training programs to improve staff performance and engagement.
- Implemented process improvements resulting in increased service quality and patient satisfaction.
Charge Nurse
UAMS Baptist Health Cancer Clinic
Little Rock, AR
02.2024 - 07.2025
- Trained new staff in the daily operations of the clinic flow.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Registered Nurse
UAMS Hospital
Little Rock, AR
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills in responding to emergencies such as postpartum hemorrhage or neonatal resuscitation, collaborating with the healthcare team to provide prompt interventions and stabilize patients'' conditions.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assisted physicians in performing various procedures such as epidurals, cesarean sections, vacuum-assisted deliveries, and forceps deliveries for optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and thorough education on labor and delivery procedures.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Rapides Women's & Children's Hospital
Alexandria, LA
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY AT ALEXANDRIA
Alexandria, LA12-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT04-2026
Skills
- Decision-making
- Clinical leadership
- Care coordination
- Patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Compassionate care
Certification
Chemotherapy Certified May 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse Manager
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, UAMS
05.2025 - Current
Charge Nurse
UAMS Baptist Health Cancer Clinic
02.2024 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse
UAMS Hospital
06.2023 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Rapides Women's & Children's Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY AT ALEXANDRIA
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University