LaToshia Williams
Winona,TX
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
UT Health East Texas
12.2017 - Current
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Promoted culture of safety within healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Served as preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Nurse Manager
UT Health East Texas
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Managed two family practice clinics, an allergy clinic, and a Pediatric clinic with multiple providers at each location
- Established a family medicine clinic from construction to successful operations
- Oversight of a grant program that treated underserved populations in women’s health
- Assisted in establishing a hypertension program providing blood pressure monitors, personal goals, and education to hypertensive patients in the community
- Management of practice to include budgeting, staffing, day-to-day operations of clinic and ensuring compliance.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring quality care and consistency in nursing practices.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
University Of Texas Health Center At Tyler
07.2013 - 05.2015
- Promoted culture of safety within healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
The University Of Texas Health Science Center
07.2000 - 07.2011
- Streamlined patient flow in busy clinic setting, ensuring timely access to care for all patients.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Trinity Mother Frances Health System
07.1998 - 06.2000
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
The University Of Texas Health Science Center
07.1991 - 06.1998
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Enhanced patient recovery through diligent monitoring and timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
LeTourneau University
Longview, TX05.2011
Associate of Arts - Prenursing Studies
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX05.1990
Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Moral Integrity and Ethical Practice
- Budget Management
- Task Delegation
- Clinical expertise
- Hiring and Terminations
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Volunteer Experience
- Mentor for Young Lives ministry for teen moms.
- Former member of peer review committee at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler
- Former member of Student Health Advisory Committee for the Gladewater Independent School District.
- Currently pursuing a leadership certification through Highlands College in Birmingham, AL
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UT Health East Texas
12.2017 - Current
Nurse Manager
UT Health East Texas
08.2015 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse
University Of Texas Health Center At Tyler
07.2013 - 05.2015
Licensed Vocational Nurse
The University Of Texas Health Science Center
07.2000 - 07.2011
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Trinity Mother Frances Health System
07.1998 - 06.2000
Licensed Vocational Nurse
The University Of Texas Health Science Center
07.1991 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
LeTourneau University
Associate of Arts - Prenursing Studies
Tyler Junior College
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