Compassionate Registered Nurse with 29 years of experience offering comprehensive patient care in both inpatient and outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse PACU
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
Memphis, TN
01.2014 - 12.2021
Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications, later transferring information into records management system.
Promoted quality of care by adhering to industry standards and measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and benchmarks.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management,
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse Peds, Nursery, NICU, Adult Med Su
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
Germantown, TN
03.2007 - 12.2023
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Registered Nurse Staff, PACU
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis
Memphis , TN
10.2013 - 06.2015
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units
Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures
School Registered Nurse
Christ United Methdst Church/St. Agnes
Memphis, TN
08.2000 - 06.2015
Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
Registered Nurse
Germantown Surgery Center
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
Rental Assistant
C&W Investment
Memphis, TN
10.2000 - Current
Collected rent and security deposits to provide timely payments to property owners.
Kept updated on property listings to provide prospective tenants with most current information on available properties.
Drafted and reviewed lease agreements to lay out terms and conditions of rental and protect owner and renter rights.
Arranged for cleaning and upkeep to keep properties presentable for potential tenants.
Education
Diploma of Nursing -
Methodist School of Nursing
Memphis, TN
12.1993
BBA -
The University of Tennessee - Martin
Martin, TN
12.1990
Timeline
Registered Nurse PACU
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
01.2014 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse Staff, PACU
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis
10.2013 - 06.2015
Registered Nurse Peds, Nursery, NICU, Adult Med Su
Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist at Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown HospitalStudent Registered Nurse Anesthetist at Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery at Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown HospitalRegistered Nurse, Same Day Surgery at Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
Transfusion Medicine Physician and Clinical Pathologist at St. Jude Children’s Research HospitalTransfusion Medicine Physician and Clinical Pathologist at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital