James Norcross
Georgetown,TX
Summary
Seasoned nurse of five years with a passion for wound and ostomy care. Calm and collected, especially in an emergency or critical patient care. Experience in working with infants, children, adults, and geriatric patients in both acute and chronic settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Baylor Scott and White Taylor
07.2022 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing involving reduction of pressure injuries and skin-breakdown.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and making recommendations for process enhancements.
Staff Relief Charge Nurse
Unity Point Health Meriter
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Increased nurse retention rates through supportive leadership, providing feedback and recognizing accomplishments regularly.
- Improved communication between nursing staff and physicians, leading to better patient outcomes.
- Provided clinical support during emergencies, stabilizing patients and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities, contributing to compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Assisted in managing staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime costs.
Night Skilled Nurse
PALs Home Health
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed respirators and CPAP machines for children overnight.
- Ensured patient's safety in homes without safety and security.
- Worked extensively with pressure injuries and ostomies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX12.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX06.2019
High School Diploma -
Lorena High School
Lorena, TX06.2015
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Wound Care
- Professionalism
Accomplishments
- Education- Eagerly trained nursing students in real world and clinical applications of nursing theories.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
Certification
- Wound and Ostomy Certificate - Expected Completion October 2024
- BLS- Updated every three months
Hobbies
Blacksmithing and Coppersmithing
Recycling
Writing
Digital Artistry
3D Printing and Painting
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Baylor Scott and White Taylor
07.2022 - Current
Staff Relief Charge Nurse
Unity Point Health Meriter
08.2021 - 05.2022
Night Skilled Nurse
PALs Home Health
10.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center
Associate of Science - Nursing
McLennan Community College
High School Diploma -
Lorena High School
- Wound and Ostomy Certificate - Expected Completion October 2024
- BLS- Updated every three months
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