Heather Hall
Summerville,SC
Summary
Registered Nurse specializing in intermediate and progressive care, providing comprehensive patient assessments and IV medication management. Expertise in EKG interpretation and telemetry monitoring, coupled with effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, enhances quality of care and patient safety. Proven dedication to patient education and discharge planning.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Intermediate Care Unit (IMC)
Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital
Summerville, SC
09.2025 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care for 3-4 intermediate care patients per shift.
- Manage IV medications, titratable drips, and BiPAP therapy.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and cardiac monitoring.
- Interpret EKGs and recognize changes in patient condition.
- Utilize Epic EMR for documentation and care coordination.
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, charge nurses, and patient care technicians to optimize patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
HCA Trident Medical Center
Charleston, SC
05.2024 - 12.2025
- Managed care for 4-5 high-acuity progressive care patients per shift.
- Administered IV medications and titratable drips while monitoring complex patient conditions.
- Served as Unit Practice Council (UPC) Lead supporting evidence-based practice initiatives.
- Acted as Mobility Champion promoting early mobility and improved patient outcomes.
- Performed telemetry monitoring and EKG interpretation.
- Utilized Meditech EMR for patient documentation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Maintained BLS and ACLS certifications.
Registered Nurse - Acute Rehabilitation
MUSC Health & Rehabilitation Hospital
Charleston, SC
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided nursing care for 6-9 rehabilitation patients per shift.
- Performed patient assessments, medication administration, IV therapy management, and discharge planning.
- Educated patients and families regarding treatment plans and recovery goals.
- Utilized electronic medication administration records (eMAR) and electronic documentation systems.
- Served on the Charting Committee to improve documentation processes and compliance.
Caregiver
Sitters ETC.
Mount Pleasant, SC
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Delivered in-home patient care for individuals with varying levels of independence.
- Assisted with ADLs, personal hygiene, medication reminders, and mobility needs.
- Collaborated with home health providers and physical therapists to support patient care plans.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Hatley Health Care
Clanton, AL
09.2017 - 03.2018
- Delivered direct patient care to 10-25 residents daily, enhancing overall patient well-being.
- Facilitated ADLs, transfers, monitored vital signs and blood glucose levels, ensuring patient safety.
- Partnered with nursing staff to enhance quality of patient care through effective communication and teamwork.
- Operated mechanical lifts to move patients safely and efficiently.
- Maintained accurate intake/output documentation and patient records.
Hospice Aide / Office Assistant
Southern Care New Beacon Hospice
Clanton, AL
11.2010 - 08.2017
- Provided compassionate hospice care for 10-20 patients daily.
- Assisted patients with ADLs, personal care, and light housekeeping.
- Coordinated supply ordering and maintained patient records.
- Assisted with admissions, discharges, and physician order processing.
- Supported daily office operations and interdisciplinary communication.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Hatley Health Care
Clanton, AL
02.2007 - 12.2009
- Delivered direct patient care to 10-25 residents daily, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Supported residents with ADLs, transfers, vital signs, and blood glucose monitoring to enhance safety and health.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Documented accurate intake/output and patient records to support effective care and communication.
- Utilized mechanical lifts and safe patient handling techniques.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Illinois City, IL05-2025
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (ADN) -
Trident Technical College
North Charleston, SC05-2023
Skills
- Intermediate care
- Telemetry monitoring
- EKG interpretation
- IV medication management
- Titration drips
- Patient assessment skills
- Patient safety
- Infection control
- EMR systems utilization
- Critical thinking
- Patient and family education
- Discharge planning
- Team collaboration
- Cardiac expertise
Certification
- Registered Nurse, South Carolina, 2023-Present
- PCCN - Progressive Care Certified Nurse
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Professional Leadership Involvement
- Unit Practice Council (UPC) Lead
- Mobility Champion
- Charting Committee Member
- Charge Nurse Experience
- Preceptor & Mentor for New Nursing Staff
- Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Advocate
Accomplishments
- Nurse of the year for HCA Trident Hospital May 2025
- PCU Nurse of the year May 2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Intermediate Care Unit (IMC)
Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
HCA Trident Medical Center
05.2024 - 12.2025
Registered Nurse - Acute Rehabilitation
MUSC Health & Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2023 - 04.2024
Caregiver
Sitters ETC.
08.2019 - 02.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Hatley Health Care
09.2017 - 03.2018
Hospice Aide / Office Assistant
Southern Care New Beacon Hospice
11.2010 - 08.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Hatley Health Care
02.2007 - 12.2009
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (ADN) -
Trident Technical College