Julie Watkins
Irmo,SC
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sandhills Endoscopy Center
Columbia , SC
2021.04 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Director of Nursing
Sandhills Endoscopy Center
Columbia , SC
2022.04 - 2024.01
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Richland
Columbia , SC
2016.07 - 2021.02
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
Registered Nurse
Opus Post Acute Care Rehabilitation
West Columbia , SC
2015.07 - 2016.07
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Registered Nurse
Columbia Heart Clinic
Columbia , SC
2007.09 - 2015.03
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Palmetto Health Richland Coronary Care Unit
Columbia , SC
2001.02 - 2007.08
- Provided direct patient care and monitoring of vital signs, oxygen saturation levels, and cardiac rhythms.
- Administered medications as ordered by physician according to hospital policy and procedure.
- Responded quickly to changes in a patient's condition and reported them to the physician immediately.
- Facilitated communication between family members, nurses, physicians, social workers, physical therapists, dieticians, pharmacists and other healthcare personnel involved in the care of the patient.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolinq
Columbia, SC2000-12
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of South Carolina - Aiken
Columbia, CA1995-06
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Data Collection
- Chart updating
- Emergency Response
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Infectious disease control
- Nursing staff leadership
- Unit Administration
- Supply Restocking
- Care Planning
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Management
- Critical Care
Affiliations
Scout leader, Boy Scouts of America
Service Committe, St. Peter's Lutheran Church
Youth Pastor search committe, St. Peter's Lutheran Church
Member ANA
Member Capital Nurse Practitioner Group (Student Member)
Member of Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society
Certification
BLS certified/Exp. 8/24
Accomplishments
President's list and Dean's list, University of South Carolina School of Nursing
Nominated for Daisy Award for nursing at Prisma Health Richland
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Sandhills Endoscopy Center
2022.04 - 2024.01
Registered Nurse
Sandhills Endoscopy Center
2021.04 - Current
Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Richland
2016.07 - 2021.02
Registered Nurse
Opus Post Acute Care Rehabilitation
2015.07 - 2016.07
Registered Nurse
Columbia Heart Clinic
2007.09 - 2015.03
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Palmetto Health Richland Coronary Care Unit
2001.02 - 2007.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolinq
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of South Carolina - Aiken
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
BLS certified/Exp. 8/24
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