Joshua Huff
Forney,TX
Summary
"Bilingual Registered Nurse with a background in Med-Surg and Telemetry, specializing in complex patient advocacy and ethical clinical decision-making. Holds a Master's in Theology and a Bachelor’s in Philosophy and Economics, bringing advanced communication and empathetic listening skills to veteran-centric care. Currently pursuing BSN to further clinical leadership." Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Dallas Regional Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
- Manage 6-patient assignments on a fast-paced Med-Surg unit
- Administer medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse effects requiring intervention
- Wound care and documentation appropriately, adhere to Falls Prevention and Pressure Injury and Tracheostomy protocols
- Handle admissions and discharges including giving and receiving nurse reports and handling necessary paperwork
- Perform thorough patient assessments, with ongoing assessments and communication with doctors as needed for changing patient conditions
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Tele monitoring included as I can have up to 4 tele patients
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Epic experience for EHR
- Actively participate in unit-based quality initiatives (code practice participant, fire drill lead, and wound care nurse lead) to improve physical assessment documentation and early recognition of patient deterioration.
- Close collaboration with the medical staff
- Received praise from Nurse Education manager as well as my own manager for my communication and empathic listening from patients
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Patient Care Tech
Baylor Scott and White
07.2024 - 07.2025
- On a schedule, take vitals, blood sugars, restock rooms, and assist with nurses as needed.
- Change patients and bedding as needed
- Notify nurses about out-of-range blood sugars, vitals, or changes in patient conditions
- Epic experience for EHR
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
Server
La Hacienda Grill
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Provide attentive and timely customer service in a fast-paced environment, being proactive and responsive to needs
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business, as evidenced by my many "regulars" and the send-off I had when I left
- Trained new servers on menu items and service protocols, promoting team cohesion and knowledge sharing for best practices
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining positive relationships and brand reputation.
English Teacher Manager
Shane English Company
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Trained and supervised 3 teachers at my English-learning campus
- Led and wrote teacher development initiatives as well as relationship development for Chinese and foreign teacher staff relations
- Revised curriculum for 3 different grade levels and also developed entirely new curriculum for 2-week courses
- Developed and showcased progress of kids’ English to their Chinese parents with presentations
- Taught 11 two-hour classes of up to 21 kids each, including lesson planning and classroom reports
- Managed diverse populations, especially classroom management, for kids age 3-14
English Teacher
Bogota Business English
01.2018 - 12.2018
- 25 hrs a week teaching ESL to Spanish native-speakers, usually in groups but sometimes one-on-one
- Prepared for the lesson beforehand using a pre-given curriculum
- Implemented interactive teaching methods to enhance language acquisition.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Facilitated business English workshops focused on professional communication skills.
- Enhanced curriculum by integrating current events and industry trends into lessons.
English Teacher
Manizales Public Secondary School
07.2017 - 11.2017
- Co-taught with Colombian professor for kids aged 11-18
- Co-developed the curriculum because given very loose parameters for the native speaker sections
- Incorporate student feedback and interests into the lessons, primarily through discussions or group projects
- Led the English Day activities
Consumer Loan Officer
American Airlines Credit Union
01.2013 - 08.2016
- Worked up from teller to management position
- Analyzed consumer credit applications thoroughly to assess risk and determine loan eligibility, ensuring that all relevant information was considered
- Managed pipeline of loans from origination to closing, ensuring timely completion of each step in the process, ranging from lines of credit, credit cards, auto loans, and personal loans.
- Educated clients on various loan products and financial options available to meet their needs.
- Provided financial counseling to clients as part of the lending process, helping them understand their options and make well-informed decisions about borrowing money.
- Collaborated with my Branch Manager or VP and SVPs (depending on size of loan) to get approvals for qualified applicants
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to guidelines throughout the loan process.
- Adhering to important and ever-changing regulatory compliance, whether this be federal imposed, state-imposed, or company-wide.
- Public Notary
Chaplain Resident
Seamen's Church Institute
09.2011 - 05.2012
- Provided spiritual support and guidance to seafarers of all ranks while navigating personal challenges.
- Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet needs.
- Cooperated with outreach initiatives that strengthened relationships between maritime workers and local communities.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback and adapted services to meet evolving needs of seafarers.
- Enhanced relationships with local faith-based organizations to create a network of resources for seafarers and families.
Education
RN to BSN program -
Dallas College
12-2027
Associate Degree in Nursing - undefined
Dallas College, Northlake
05-2025
Master of Arts - Systematic Theology
Union Theological Seminary (Columbia University)
12-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Economics & Philosophy
University of Oklahoma
05-2010
Skills
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- AHA Basic Life Support valid until May 2027
- ACLS – American Red Cross – valid through Nov 2027
- CPI Non-Violent Crisis Training (valid through Aug 2026)
Certification
1201046, issued 06/03/2025, expires 04/30/2028
Timeline
RN
Dallas Regional Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Patient Care Tech
Baylor Scott and White
07.2024 - 07.2025
Server
La Hacienda Grill
08.2023 - 06.2025
English Teacher Manager
Shane English Company
09.2019 - 06.2022
English Teacher
Bogota Business English
01.2018 - 12.2018
English Teacher
Manizales Public Secondary School
07.2017 - 11.2017
Consumer Loan Officer
American Airlines Credit Union
01.2013 - 08.2016
Chaplain Resident
Seamen's Church Institute
09.2011 - 05.2012
Associate Degree in Nursing - undefined
Dallas College, Northlake
Master of Arts - Systematic Theology
Union Theological Seminary (Columbia University)
Bachelor of Arts - Economics & Philosophy
University of Oklahoma
RN to BSN program -
Dallas College