Holli Lu Walrond-Thompson
Leesville,LA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Rapides Regional Hospital and OU Children's Hospital, specializing in neonatal, pediatric, and critical care. Demonstrated expertise in emergency pediatric nursing and critical thinking, leading to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. Known for compassionate care and effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Proficient in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and Neonatal Resuscitation. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Newborn Nursery
Rapides Regional Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current care practices by participating in regular audits, reviews, and feedback sessions with peers and supervisors.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to the unique needs of each infant.
- Provided emotional support to families facing challenging situations such as birth complications or infant illnesses.
- Increased staff competency by leading training sessions on neonatal care techniques and best practices.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Rapides Regional Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
Adult Critical Care Nurse
Rapides Regional Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Managed ventilator-dependent patients skillfully, minimizing complications associated with prolonged mechanical ventilation.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient safety measures within the critical care department.
- Worked closely with families of critically ill patients, addressing their concerns empathetically while providing necessary support during difficult times.
- Administered medications safely and accurately according to established guidelines, preventing adverse drug events among vulnerable patient populations.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Contributed to the development of unit-specific policies and procedures based on current evidence, enhancing the overall standard of care provided within the critical care setting.
- Skillfully managed life-threatening emergencies such as cardiac arrests or respiratory failures using advanced life support protocols and rapid response strategies.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs, developing comprehensive nursing interventions accordingly.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
OU Children's Hospital
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Delivered high-quality patient education materials, empowering families to make informed decisions about their child's healthcare plan.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by actively participating in team-building activities and fostering open communication among colleagues.
- Conducted thorough handoff reports during shift changes to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients.
- Maintained current knowledge of pediatric critical care nursing best practices through continuing education, professional conferences, and peer-reviewed literature.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by skillfully assessing, diagnosing, and treating critically ill pediatric patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive nursing care tailored to individual needs.
- Optimized resource utilization by coordinating with ancillary staff on equipment availability, room readiness, and staffing levels during high census periods.
- Decreased medication errors through vigilance in medication administration, verification processes, and timely documentation updates.
- Reduced complications from invasive procedures through meticulous monitoring and prompt intervention.
Nurse Technician
OU Children's Hospital
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and active listening skills during interactions.
- Exhibited excellent time management skills when prioritizing multiple tasks simultaneously under high-pressure situations.
- Gained valuable experience in caring for diverse patient populations, including pediatrics, geriatrics, and those with chronic conditions.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients, families, and fellow staff members by remaining approachable and knowledgeable about all aspects of nursing care.
- Reduced patient anxiety through skillful communication and active listening during pre-operative preparations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City University- Kramer School of Nursing
Oklahoma City, OK05.2023
Skills
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), CPR/AED, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, Neonatal Resuscitation, Emergency Pediatric Nursing Core Course (ENPC)
- Vital signs monitoring, Newborn Screening, End of life care, Pain Management, Infection Control, Behavioral Management, Emergency Care, Patient Intake, Diabetes management, Child Development, Tracheostomy Care, Cardiac Care, Premature infant care, Seizure Management, Chronic Disease Management, Immunization Administration
- Compassionate and Caring, Critical Thinking, Strong Clinical Judgment, Blood Draw and Sample Collection, Intravenous therapy, Chronic Disease Management, Care Plan Development, Medication and IV administration, Electronic Medical Records
- Chest Tube Management, Central Line Management, Hemodynamic Monitoring, Isolation precautions, Critical Care Nursing, Emergency nursing, Emergency Interventions, Patient Monitoring, Vitals monitoring, IV setup, Specimen Collection, Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization, Cardiac monitors, Endotracheal Intubations
- Honest and Dependable, Reliable and Responsible, Adaptable and Flexible, Decision-Making, Healthcare Team Collaboration, Electronic Charting, MEDITECH Software, HIPAA Education
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 2-4 staff members. I charged our pediatric floor most nights at Rapides Regional Hospital.
- My time at OU Children's hospital I was awarded with a star nurse award, I had the most patient surveys on our unit during the last quarter of 2023. I was averaging about 5-6 surveys per week according to my manager that awarded me this award.
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- CPEN - Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Newborn Nursery
Rapides Regional Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Rapides Regional Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Adult Critical Care Nurse
Rapides Regional Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
OU Children's Hospital
08.2023 - 01.2024
Nurse Technician
OU Children's Hospital
01.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City University- Kramer School of Nursing
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- CPEN - Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse
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