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40
years of professional experience
Experienced RN leader with ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications, skilled in high-acuity patient assessment, interdisciplinary coordination, and expedited transfers. Known for calm decision-making, strong prioritization, and safe, timely care delivery.
Work History
RN TRANSFER CENTER
11 Years 6 Months
Willis Knighton Medical Center | 04.2015 - Current
Coordinated comprehensive patient assessments and prioritized patient transfers to the most appropriate hospital facility
Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and care teams to determine the appropriate level of care and specialties needed to meet patient care
Worked with emergency medicine doctors, critical care physicians, cath lab teams, cardio vascular surgeons, and neuro surgery teams to expedite critically ill patient transfers
RN HOUSE SUPERVISOR
3 Years 6 Months
Willis Knighton Medical Center | 09.2020 - 03.2024
Clinical Leadership: overseeing nursing staff, ensuring high-quality patient care
Evaluated unit staffing needs and adjusted assignments to maintain coverage and service continuity.
Enforced hospital policies, infection control practices, and regulatory standards across inpatient areas.
RN, Critical Care
4 Months
Willis Knighton Medical Center | 05.2020 - 09.2020
Monitored telemetry, ventilator settings, and invasive hemodynamics for rapid status changes.
Administered titrated vasoactive, sedative, and analgesic medications per critical care protocols.
Assessed critically ill patients, prioritizing interventions for unstable cardiopulmonary conditions.
Collaborated with intensivists, respiratory therapy, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate complex care plans.
RN CHARGE PSYCHIATIC DEPARTMENT
1 Year 11 Months
Willis Knighton Medical Center | 06.2018 - 05.2020
Administered medications and monitored responses using safe medication administration practices.
Coordinated interdisciplinary care with physicians, therapists, and support staff to streamline treatment delivery.
Documented assessments, interventions, and patient updates in electronic health records with accuracy.
Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care plans for high-acuity medical-surgical assignments.
RN Staff Nurse
1 Year 11 Months
Willis Knighton Medical Center | 04.2015 - 03.2017
Administered medications and monitored responses, ensuring adherence to physician orders and safety protocols.
Assessed patient conditions and prioritized nursing interventions based on acuity and care plans.
Coordinated interdisciplinary care with physicians, therapists, and support staff to support patient recovery.
Documented assessments, treatments, and outcomes accurately in electronic health records.
Accounting Analyst
5 Years 2 Months
Unisys Corporation | 04.2005 - 06.2010
Prepared journal entries, accruals, and account analyses supporting month-end close activities.
Processed Louisiana Medicaid checkwrite including manual payments.
Monitored accounts payable and receivable transactions to ensure timely processing and accurate coding.
Analyzed variances across operating results and provided clear explanations for finance leadership.
Accounts Receivable and Collections Manager
2 Years
Bengal Transportation Company | 10.2002 - 10.2004
Directed collections efforts across overdue accounts, prioritizing high-risk receivables for timely resolution.
Negotiated payment arrangements with clients while maintaining positive relationships and account control.
Monitored aging reports to identify delinquent balances and escalate unresolved accounts appropriately.
Managed customer billing disputes by researching freight invoices, rate discrepancies, and supporting documentation.
Administrative Assistant
16 Years 4 Months
Bell Machine Company, Inc. | 06.1986 - 10.2002
Managed purchase orders, invoices, and vendor records with consistent accuracy and timely follow-up.
Coordinated daily administrative operations, supporting production schedules, correspondence, and internal communications.
Processed customer inquiries, routing requests and maintaining professional communication across departments.
Organized filing systems for payroll, personnel, and machine shop documentation.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Centenary College | Shreveport, LA
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern University At Shreveport | Shreveport, LA
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies / International Business
Louisiana State University At Shreveport | Shreveport, LA
Study Abroad: Tokyo, Japan
University of Tokyo
Canon Executive Marketing Program
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
National Institutes of Health Stroke (NIHSS)
Intra-aortic Balloon Pump (IABP)
Patient transfer coordination
Left Ventricular Assistive Device (LVAD)
Critical Care Coordination
Timeline
RN HOUSE SUPERVISOR
Willis Knighton Medical Center
09.2020 - 03.2024Read More
RN, Critical Care
Willis Knighton Medical Center
05.2020 - 09.2020Read More
RN CHARGE PSYCHIATIC DEPARTMENT
Willis Knighton Medical Center
06.2018 - 05.2020Read More
RN TRANSFER CENTER
Willis Knighton Medical Center
04.2015 - CurrentRead More
RN Staff Nurse
Willis Knighton Medical Center
04.2015 - 03.2017Read More
Accounting Analyst
Unisys Corporation
04.2005 - 06.2010Read More
Accounts Receivable and Collections Manager
Bengal Transportation Company
10.2002 - 10.2004Read More
Administrative Assistant
Bell Machine Company, Inc.
06.1986 - 10.2002Read More
Centenary College
MBA from Business Administration
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Southern University At Shreveport
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Bachelor of Arts from General Studies / International Business
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