James Kay
1400 Andrews Parkway, Apt 1031.,TX
Summary
Seasoned Nursing professional with over 25 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with adolescents, adult & Geriatric psychiatry , Emergency Department, Long term care & Rehabilitation and various medical surgical departments. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Float Nurse, Psych ER
Parkland Hospital
Dallas, TX 75235
03.2020 - Current
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in field of nursing.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Float RN & Intake RN
Hickory Trail Hospital
2000 Old Hickory Trail, Desoto, TX 75115
10.2019 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with insurance companies to verify coverage details before admission.
- Assisted in development and implementation of intake processes for new programs or services.
- Provided physicians and other medical personnel with patient assessment details and answered patient care-related questions.
- Managed time effectively to balance competing priorities in high-pressure situations across multiple units.
- Anticipated potential challenges during shift handovers through proactive communication with incoming colleagues about ongoing cases.
Charge Nurse, Inpatient Psych Unit
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
1105 N Central Express Way, Allen, TX 75013
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Charge Nurse
Haven Behavioral Hospital
5680 Frisco Square Blvd, Frisco, TX 75034
02.2016 - 11.2017
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Medical City Green Oaks Hospital
7808 Clodus Fields Dr. Dallas, TX 75251
09.2011 - 11.2015
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Nursing Supervisor
Grandview Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
55 Grand St, New Britain, CT 06052
01.2007 - 05.2011
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Managed 30 nurses and nursing activities in 180-bed Rehabilitation Center by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Educated patients and families on treatment procedures and answered questions for thorough home care plans.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
ER Float Nurse, PRN
Yale New Haven Health System
20 York Street, New Haven , CT 06510
10.2006 - 09.2009
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Demonstrated flexibility in accommodating short notice scheduling changes due to fluctuating staffing demands within facility.
Charge Nurse
The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain
100 Grand St, New Britain, CT 06052
02.2005 - 03.2007
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility, or self-care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Nursing Supervisor
Water's Edge Center For Health & Rehabilitation.
111 Church St, Middletown, CT 06457
03.2003 - 09.2006
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Ministry Of Health Hospital System
Dubai, UAE
10.1996 - 09.2002
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
BSN - Nursing Science
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL08.2013
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Science
Institute of Nursing, City Hospital
Mangalore, India 09.1996
Skills
- Chart updating
- Chronic Disease Management
- EMR / EHR - EPPIC, Medic-tech
- Long-Term Care
- Emergency Care
- Geriatric Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Care Plan Development
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Test Interpretations
- Quality Improvement
Certification
Texas RN License # 762907, Expiration 11/30/2025
SAMA certification
BLS certification
Timeline
RN Float Nurse, Psych ER
Parkland Hospital
03.2020 - Current
Float RN & Intake RN
Hickory Trail Hospital
10.2019 - 08.2022
Charge Nurse, Inpatient Psych Unit
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
01.2018 - 11.2018
Charge Nurse
Haven Behavioral Hospital
02.2016 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Medical City Green Oaks Hospital
09.2011 - 11.2015
Nursing Supervisor
Grandview Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
01.2007 - 05.2011
ER Float Nurse, PRN
Yale New Haven Health System
10.2006 - 09.2009
Charge Nurse
The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain
02.2005 - 03.2007
Nursing Supervisor
Water's Edge Center For Health & Rehabilitation.
03.2003 - 09.2006
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Ministry Of Health Hospital System
10.1996 - 09.2002
BSN - Nursing Science
Chamberlain University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Science
Institute of Nursing, City Hospital