Laurali Hudgins
Portland,OR
Summary
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with more than 16 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Services
Providence Portland Medical Center
Portland, OR
10.2018 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- 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.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Registered Nurse, Neurosurgery
Providence Portland Medical Center
Portland, OR
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Performed neurological assessments including National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) for acute stroke patients.
- Monitored patients on Electroencephalogram (EEG) for seizure activity.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Ensured prompt identification and treatment of post-operative challenges.
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Providence Portland Medical Center
Portland, OR
06.2008 - 03.2018
- Assessed orthopedic patients for pain levels, mobility needs and other related issues.
- Developed individualized care plans for orthopedic patients in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
- Educated patients on post-operative instructions, wound care, nutrition and exercise regimens.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs and assisting with activities of daily living.
- Instructed student nurses on patient assessments and documentation.
Education
Master of Science - Infection Prevention And Epidemiology
University of Providence
Great Falls, MT01-2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University
Portland, OR01-2008
Skills
- Critical Care Nursing
- Compassionate Care
- Palliative Care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infectious disease control
Certification
- NIH Stroke Certification expires June 2025.
- BLS and ACLS expires 11/30/2024.
- Oregon State Board of Nursing RN license number 200841068RN expires 01/06/2026.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Services
Providence Portland Medical Center
10.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Neurosurgery
Providence Portland Medical Center
03.2018 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Unit
Providence Portland Medical Center
06.2008 - 03.2018
Master of Science - Infection Prevention And Epidemiology
University of Providence
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University