Jocelyn Leavitt
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Pediatric emergency nurse with 19+ years of experience in high-acuity pediatric care, including 14+ years in a busy Pediatric Emergency Department. Serves as a Clinical Nurse Coordinator and charge RN, leading front-end operations, optimizing throughput, and supporting a culture of safety and excellence. Proven track record of improving key flow metrics, mentoring nurses and CNCs, and collaborating with leaders to enhance patient, family, and staff experience. Recognized for calm, decisive leadership, strong communication, and commitment to evidence-based, family-centered pediatric emergency care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Coordinator / Charge RN, Pediatric Emergency Room
Sunrise Children’s Hospital
04.2021 - Current
- Coordinate daily operations in a high-volume Pediatric Emergency Department, including patient flow, staffing, and resource allocation to ensure safe, efficient care.
- Lead front-end throughput optimization, collaborating with the manager and director to reduce greet-to-first-order time from 11 minutes to 6 minutes and arrival-to-bed time from 16 minutes to 5 minutes, enhancing patient satisfaction and care timeliness.
- Precept and mentor new Clinical Nurse Coordinators, ensuring consistency in leadership practices, throughput expectations, and staff support.
- Served as Chair of the Unit-Based Council (UBC) and primary CNC over multiple committees, including the Triage Committee, driving practice improvements and frontline engagement.
- Partner with physicians, APPs, and ancillary departments to rapidly assess, prioritize, and manage high-acuity pediatric patients in a dynamic environment.
- Act as an on-shift resource and leader for nursing staff, supporting escalation, conflict resolution, and complex clinical situations while fostering a positive team culture.
- Promote adherence to departmental policies, evidence-based pediatric emergency standards, and regulatory requirements.
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
Sunrise Children’s Hospital
03.2010 - 04.2021
- Provided direct care to pediatric emergency patients across the acuity spectrum, from minor illnesses and injuries to critically ill and unstable children.
- Performed triage on incoming patients, determining severity and prioritizing care using established protocols and clinical judgment.
- Accurately documented assessments, interventions, medications, IV therapy, procedures, and discharge instructions in the medical record.
- Participated in codes and critical events with a calm, focused approach, collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to stabilize patients.
- Educated parents and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and home care for safe transitions from the ED.
School Nurse
Founders Academy
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Managed the health needs of a diverse student population, addressing acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic conditions.
- Developed individualized care plans and coordinated referrals for students requiring further evaluation or ongoing management.
- Conducted health screenings and participated in IEP evaluations to support student learning and safety.
Pediatric Oncology Nurse
Sunrise Children’s Hospital
01.2006 - 02.2010
- Administered chemotherapy and supportive treatments in accordance with provider orders and strict safety protocols.
- Monitored pediatric oncology patients for treatment response and side effects, intervening promptly and escalating concerns as needed.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, side effects, symptom management, and home care.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Nevada State College at Henderson
Henderson, NV12.2007
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing - undefined
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV12.2005
Skills
- Pediatric Emergency Room Leadership & Clinical Nurse Coordination
- Throughput, Front-End Process & Triage Optimization
- Staff Development, Precepting & Mentorship (RNs & CNCs)
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Provider Partnership
- Family-Centered Pediatric Care & Customer Service
- High-Acuity Clinical Decision-Making & Crisis Management
- Policy/Procedure Adherence, Safety Culture & Regulatory Readiness
- Committee Leadership (UBC, Triage & Unit Initiatives)
Certification
- Registered Nurse – State of Nevada (Active)
- BLS – Basic Life Support
- ACLS – Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ENPC – Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
- TNCC – Trauma Nursing Core Course
- NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- S.T.A.B.L.E. Program Certification
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
2021: Employee of the Month, Sunrise Children’s Hospital– recognized for the early recognition of a sex trafficking victim in the Pediatric Emergency Room and effective collaboration with the care team and law enforcement, contributing to the identification and apprehension of several individuals involved in a trafficking ring.
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Coordinator / Charge RN, Pediatric Emergency Room
Sunrise Children’s Hospital
04.2021 - Current
School Nurse
Founders Academy
08.2017 - 05.2018
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
Sunrise Children’s Hospital
03.2010 - 04.2021
Pediatric Oncology Nurse
Sunrise Children’s Hospital
01.2006 - 02.2010
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Nevada State College at Henderson
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing - undefined
College of Southern Nevada