Kevin S Maxwell
ER of Texas (Freestanding Emergency Room)
Dallas,TX
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Language
4
Certification
16
Years of experience
Work with physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals to provide care, monitor health conditions, administer medication, use medical equipment, perform minor medical procedures, and advise patients and their families on illness, care, and post-hospital care.
Work History
4 Years 7 Months
03.2022 - Current
4 Years 7 Months
Registered Nurse
ER of Texas (Freestanding Emergency Room) | Dallas, Texas
03.2022 - Current
- Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments to evaluate patients' medical conditions and prioritize care needs.
- Emergency Care: Provide immediate care for acute illnesses and injuries, including stabilizing critically ill patients.
- Treatment Administration: Administer medications, IV therapies, and perform necessary medical procedures as prescribed.
- Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Patient Education: Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, and follow-up care instructions.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed medical records in compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
- Infection Control: Implement and adhere to infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Triaging: Assess and triage patients by condition severity to ensure timely treatment.
- Technology Proficiency: Utilize electronic health records (EHR) systems and other medical technology effectively in patient care.
- Emergency Preparedness: Participate in emergency drills and training to ensure preparedness for a variety of medical emergencies.
4 Years 2 Months
03.2022 - 05.2026
4 Years 2 Months
Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Methodist Charlton Medical Center | Dallas, Texas
03.2022 - 05.2026
- Charge Nurse.
- Initial Assessment.
- Medication Administration.
- Preceptor.
- Triage.
- Critical Care hallway assignments.
- Work closely with doctors to keep patients and their family members updated on test results or treatment recommendations.
- Maintain contact with hospital administration to report any initial lab findings back to the ER doctors.
- Provide exceptional customer service skills and have proven excellent communication skills.
- Work closely with all departments to help workflow run smoothly and efficiently
- Emergency Department, Charge Nurse
1 Year 5 Months
10.2020 - 03.2022
1 Year 5 Months
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nursing | Dallas, Texas
10.2020 - 03.2022
- Initial Assessment.
- Medication Administration.
- Preceptor.
- Triage.
- Critical Care hallway assignments.
- Work closely with doctors to keep patients and their family members updated on test results or treatment recommendations.
- Maintain contact with hospital administration to report any initial lab findings back to the ER doctors.
- Provide exceptional customer service skills and have proven excellent communication skills.
- Work closely with all departments to help workflow run smoothly and efficiently
8 Months
02.2020 - 10.2020
8 Months
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Texas Health Resources | Arlington, TX
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Infection and safety intervention.
- Orthopedic splint application.
- Care of behavioral and psychiatric patients.
- Interpretation of EKG leads.
- Being ready to respond and equipped to deal with medical emergencies.
- Quickly assessing patients’ needs.
- Treating critical injuries, allergic reactions, and trauma.
- Donning and Doffing (COVID) appropriate PPE for any given situation.
- Maintaining a safe work environment.
- (Arlington Memorial Hospital)
1 Year
02.2019 - 02.2020
1 Year
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Baylor Scott and White Health Plano | Plano, Tx
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Communicating between patients and doctors.
- Prioritize care based on the critical nature.
- Rapid critical assessment.
- Time management.
- Ability to remain calm in high acuity situations.
- Peripheral intravenous insertions.
- Nasal and gastric tube insertions.
- Insertion of urinary Foley catheters.
- Work closely with doctors to keep patients and their family members updated on test results or treatment recommendations.
- Maintain contact with hospital administration to report any initial lab findings back to the ER doctors.
- Provide exceptional customer service skills and have proven excellent communication skills.
- Work closely with all departments to help work flow run smoothly and efficiently.
- (Emergency Dept).
1 Year 8 Months
06.2017 - 02.2019
1 Year 8 Months
Registered Nurse/Emergency Department
Parkland Health & Hospital Systems | Dallas, Texas
06.2017 - 02.2019
- Initial Assessment.
- Medication Administration.
- Preceptor.
- Triage.
- Critical Care hallway assignments.
- Work closely with doctors to keep patients and their family members updated on test results or treatment recommendations.
- Maintain contact with hospital administration to report any initial lab findings back to the ER doctors.
- Provide exceptional customer service skills and have proven excellent communication skills.
- Work closely with all departments to help workflow run smoothly and efficiently.
- Accomplishments:
- 98% Peripheral Intravenous Placement.
- Graduation from Residency Program.
- Received many personal and professional compliments from patients and fellow co-workers regarding work ethic.
- (Emergency Dept)
5 Years 3 Months
03.2012 - 06.2017
5 Years 3 Months
Patient Care Technician (Emergency Department)
Children’s Medical Center Dallas | Dallas, TX
03.2012 - 06.2017
- Perform advanced patient care tasks, including the collection and testing of specimens
- Initiation of PIV catheters.
- Assist in emergency situations by initiating BLS, continuing chest compressions; apply a cervical collar and hold manual C-spine precautions.
- Perform basic patient care tasks, including vital signs, positioning, ambulating, appropriate disposal of hazardous waste, and documentation of intake/output and other tasks delegated by the RN or MD.
- Prepares rooms for patient admission with appropriate equipment and supplies based on the needs of the patient. Complete regulatory code and cart checks.
- Respond quickly to patient and family needs and problem-solve appropriately in collaboration with the medical staff; always maintain a safe patient environment; transport stable patients to procedures or testing within the medical center.
- Orthopedic Splint application.
- EKG performance and application
- Vital signs and putting patients on full monitors
- In and out urinary catheters
3 Years 1 Month
11.2010 - 12.2013
3 Years 1 Month
EMT-B/Patient Care Technician (ER/Inpatient)
USMD | Fort Worth, TX
11.2010 - 12.2013
- Test the crash cart monitor and ventilator machine for adequate flow.
- Taking vital signs
- Blood draws
- Application of EKGs
- Regulatory monitoring and checks of Crash Cart machines
- Perform urinalysis, HCGs, Influenza, and strep tests.
- Remove/Drain Foley catheters and record output into the patient record in the Meditech system
- Front desk duties, including patient check-in and answering the phones.
- Accomplishments:
- Received GREAT Awards from patients and co-workers.
Education
Master of Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University | Minneapolis, MN | 11-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington | Arlington, TX | 05-2017
Skills
Proficient in computer software: EPIC
T-Systems
CERNER
Medhost
Microsoft Office (Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Access
Certification
- November 2026 - Master of Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Walden University
- June 2026 - Trauma Nurse Course Certification - Emergency Nurse Association
- Dec 2025 - ACLS Certified - American Heart Association
- October 2025 - PALS Certified - American Heart Association
- Dec 2024 - BLS Certified - American Heart Association
- July 2011 - Completion of EMT-P school - Methodist Health Systems EMS Biocare, Dallas, Texas
- August 2010 - Texas State Certified EMT-B
- July 2010 - Nationally Certified EMT-B
PMHNP Clinical Sites
Lifestance Health, Houston, Texas
- November 24, 2025-January 27, 2026
Clinical Instructor: Dr. Keith Brown
Preceptor: Tracee Harris, PMHNP
- 80 Patients seen; 160 hours
- Conducted psychiatric interviews and gathered psychiatric, medical, family, social, and substance-use histories
- Perform and document mental status examinations
Therapeutic Transitions and Associates
- February 24, 2026- April 29, 2026
- Clinical Instructor: Crystal Villanueva
- Preceptor: Paulichia Collamer, LCSW
- Conduct patient interviews and gather psychiatric, psychosocial, family, trauma, and substance-use histories
- Discuss case formulation, psychosocial factors, strengths, treatment goals, and possible referrals with my preceptor
Lifestance Health, Houston, Texas
- Clinical Instructor: Modupe Okonofua, PMHNP, DNP
- Review available records, introduce myself and my student role, confirm identity, explain the interview, and build a respectful, nonjudgmental connection.
- Explore past diagnoses, treatment, medications, therapy, hospitalizations, and response to care.
- Review medication history, adherence, response, side effects, and monitoring needs; discuss medication-management options with the preceptor
Casting Crown Psychiatry Services, Houston, TX.
- September 3, 2026-November 15, 2026
- Clinical Instructor: Kelley Bitter, PMHNP-BC, MSN
- Preceptor: Dr. Dadakpoye Johnson
- Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, APRN, PMHNP, BC
- Assess safety and risk, including suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and risk to others; promptly consult the preceptor about concerns
- Provide patient and family education about symptoms, treatment, medications, and coping strategies
- Reflect on clinical reasoning, professional role development, and culturally responsive care
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
ER of Texas (Freestanding Emergency Room)
03.2022 - CurrentRead more
Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Methodist Charlton Medical Center
03.2022 - 05.2026Read more
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nursing
10.2020 - 03.2022Read more
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Texas Health Resources
02.2020 - 10.2020Read more
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Baylor Scott and White Health Plano
02.2019 - 02.2020Read more
Registered Nurse/Emergency Department
Parkland Health & Hospital Systems
06.2017 - 02.2019Read more
Patient Care Technician (Emergency Department)
Children’s Medical Center Dallas
03.2012 - 06.2017Read more
EMT-B/Patient Care Technician (ER/Inpatient)
USMD
11.2010 - 12.2013Read more
Walden University - Master of Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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University of Texas At Arlington - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
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