Experienced nurse with a patient-oriented approach and a decade of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Adept at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments for efficient and effective healthcare delivery. Specializing in pediatric care, brings expertise in providing compassionate and comprehensive support to young patients and their families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
CHOUTEAU-MAZIE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
10.2019 - Current
As a School Nurse at Chouteau-Mazie Public Schools, my responsibilities are as follows: Conducting regular health screenings, such as vision and hearing tests, to identify potential health issues; Managing chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, and allergies, ensuring students receive proper care and medication during school hours; Providing immediate care for injuries and acute illnesses, and coordinating with emergency medical services when necessary; Educating students on topics like nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention to promote healthy habits; Identifying and supporting students with mental health issues, providing counseling and referrals to mental health professionals when needed; Working closely with teachers, administrators, and parents to create a healthy school environment and address any health-related concerns; Advocating for students with special health care needs, ensuring they have the necessary accommodations and support to succeed academically.
Registered Nurse Unit Manager
OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS, CLAREMORE, OK
08.2016 - 10.2019
As a Registered Nurse Unit Manager at the ODVA, my responsibilities were as follows: managing and coordinating the care of50 long-term care residents daily; communicating changes in patient condition and new findings to medical providers and families; implementing provider orders, such as obtaining lab work, administering medications, wound care, and assistance with ADLs; and planning discharges with patients and families
Also, managing a staff of approximately25-35, including hiring, scheduling, training, delegation, and discipline
Registered Nurse
SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL: PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY CENTER, TULSA, OK
06.2014 - 07.2016
As a Registered Nurse in the Pediatric Emergency Center my responsibilities were as follows: Assessing patient condition upon arrival to the emergency department and assigning a triage number based on vital signs, symptoms, and chief complaints of patients, monitoring, recording, and reporting symptoms, or changes in patient’s condition; Maintaining good time management to be able to meet the needs of patients and other department needs; Follow Provider’s orders for medication administration, obtaining lab work on patients, transporting patients to radiology for imaging, etc; Providing culturally competent care; Interpreting and evaluating diagnostic tests; Prepare patients for and assist in examinations, treatments, and/or procedures; Assess the needs of individuals and families/caregivers; Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records; Discharge planning and teaching
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
ROGERS STATE UNIVERSITY
Claremore, OK
07.2024
Associate Degree - Nursing
ROGERS STATE UNIVERSITY
Claremore, OK
05.2014
Skills
Immunization record review
Health screening
Individualized healthcare plans
Acute illness recognition
Medication and IV administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Patient assessment
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Timeline
School Nurse
CHOUTEAU-MAZIE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
10.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse Unit Manager
OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS, CLAREMORE, OK
08.2016 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse
SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL: PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY CENTER, TULSA, OK