Driven Registered Nurse with proven expertise in intravenous therapy and compassionate care, honed at Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg and other leading healthcare institutions. Achieved significant improvements in patient outcomes through advanced clinical judgment and effective interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to elevating patient care standards while ensuring safety and compliance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg
Williamsburg, VA
09.2020 - Current
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Consistently maintain accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Skillfully perform venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
Provide health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Train new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Coordinate nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Coordinate discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Patriots Colony at Williamsburg
Williamsburg, VA
04.2016 - 01.2021
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Infusion Department
Arthritis & Rheumatic Diseases
Williamsburg, VA
06.2013 - 03.2019
Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
Advanced knowledge base through regular attendance at continuing education seminars related to infusion nursing practice standards and emerging treatment options.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
Ensured safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Rappahannock Community College
05.2020
Diploma Of Nursing - Nursing
Lafayette School of Practical Nursing
06.2013
Skills
Intravenous therapy
Pre-and Post-Operative Care
Compassionate Care
Clinical judgment
Certification
Basic Life Support, American Heart Association - Expires 7/2025
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, American Heart Association - Expires 7/2026