Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Citizen’s Memorial Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency
RN Intern
Citizen’s Memorial Healthcare
07.2022 - 07.2024
Provided advanced nursing care for patients with acute conditions
Cared for pre- and post-operative patients
Trained in Emergency Room procedures
Self-directed with astute judgment skills
High level of personal accountability
Followed infection control procedures
Trained in Tele unit, with regards to isolated precautions and monitoring
Maintained accurate and timely patient documentation to include vital signs, input and output ratios, ADL’s, etc
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Used critical thinking to identify issues, analyze information and provide solutions to problems
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 120-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
ESL Teacher
VIPKID International
09.2019 - 06.2021
Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking
Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance
Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities
Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies
Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements
Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding
Maintained 99% pass rate for courses
Youth Development Specialist
Boys & Girls Club Of Danville
10.2019 - 04.2020
Created and facilitated recreation and education activities for youths to engage in groups in safe environment
Applied crisis intervention methods to de-escalate potentially dangerous scenarios
Delivered youth transitional assistance in areas of education, life skills and career development
Developed individual and group programs to encourage prosocial behaviors
Administered outreach services to underserved communities, increasing enrollment by 80%
Travel Coordinator
Marine Corp Community Services
07.2017 - 06.2018
Coordinated cruises, trains and flights based on cost and time of travel to enhance client experience and satisfaction
Verified and finalized arrangements to deliver smooth and efficient travel for employees
Interviewed and qualified clients to determine international travel and lodging needs and recommended points of interest to maximize travel experiences
Reviewed, input and paid invoices for travel-related services
Maintained operational proficiency in coordinating both international and domestic travel accommodations for customers, arranging for airfare as well as hotel and rental car reservations
Supervised payments via credit and debit cards and handled sensitive information with professionalism and discreteness
Improved workplace productivity 97% by effectively coordinating appointment schedules and itineraries and managing accounts and budgets
Enlisted Airman
United States Air Force, USAF
12.2012 - 05.2017
Secured and protected military property, assets and personnel
Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations
Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute
Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors
Dealt with inter-company conflicts to remove obstacles to troop readiness
Resolved escalated concerns using professionalism and understanding of facets of issue
Managed event logistics and operations
Directed automation of office procedures such as correspondence management, recordkeeping and communications
Enhanced Mission operational success 90% through efficient records coordination, supply management and document processing
Developed and implemented technical project management tools such as plans, schedules and responsibility and compliance matrices
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American Military University
Charles Town, WV
09-2025
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing
Bolivar College
Bolivar, MO
05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Sports And Health Sciences
American Military University
Charles Town, WV
02-2019
Associate of Arts - Hospitality And Fitness Management