Lauren Dougharty
Hemphill,TX
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care while maintaining composure during medical crises. Highly reliable team member with adaptability to changing situations and commitment to collaborative success. Seeking to advance my knowledge by obtaining a Master's degree in nursing and become a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sabine County Hospital
12.2024 - Current
- Assessed patients' conditions and prioritized care based on severity of injuries.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety standards.
Registered Nurse On-Call
Olive Branch Hospice
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Respond to calls received from triage RN & meet patient needs ranging from admissions to PRN visits to deaths while providing education to families & caregivers, at home & in facilities.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during critical transitions.
- Educated families on hospice services, symptom management, and emotional support resources available to them.
Travel Registered Nurse
Baptist Hospital
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
Travel Registered Nurse
CHI St Luke's Health Memorial
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Float nurse providing RN duties on all medical surgical/ telemetry units.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting changes and reporting to healthcare providers promptly.
- Administered medications and treatments adhering to protocols and best practices.
PRN Registered Nurse Supervisor
Hemphill Care Center
11.2022 - 12.2024
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring compliance with care standards and protocols.
- Implemented operational efficiencies to enhance patient care delivery processes.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Affinity Hospice
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Provide direct nursing care to patients on hospice along with emotional support for family.
- Coordinate care with other parts of the hospice team including the physician, social workers, chaplains & aides.
Charge Registered Nurse
Christus Health
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Manage admissions and discharges, give outpatient infusions, supervise other nurses on the floor, all while providing care to my own patients.
Surgical Registered Nurse
Woodland Heights Medical Center
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Interviewed patients in pre-op, reviewed consents and charts, preparing patients for surgery, and ensured that the sterile field is maintained.
- Documented procedure plans, surgery notes, and progress updates to facilitate communication among healthcare providers.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Woodland Heights Medical Center
06.2019 - 09.2020
- Provided direct patient care to critical patients in ICU and PCU while monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and educating patients and their family members.
- Assisted in the execution of advanced life support procedures during critical emergencies, demonstrating swift decision-making skills.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
Medical Aide
EAK Good Neighbor
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Assistance with ADLs of a child with Cornelia de Lange syndrome (CdLs).
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Angelina College
Lufkin, TX05-2019
High School Diploma -
Central Heights High School
Central Heights, TX05-2015
Skills
- Patient focused
- Strong clinical judgment
- Self motivated
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sabine County Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse On-Call
Olive Branch Hospice
01.2024 - 01.2025
Travel Registered Nurse
Baptist Hospital
10.2023 - 01.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
CHI St Luke's Health Memorial
01.2023 - 10.2023
PRN Registered Nurse Supervisor
Hemphill Care Center
11.2022 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Affinity Hospice
02.2022 - 02.2023
Charge Registered Nurse
Christus Health
05.2021 - 02.2022
Surgical Registered Nurse
Woodland Heights Medical Center
09.2020 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Woodland Heights Medical Center
06.2019 - 09.2020
Medical Aide
EAK Good Neighbor
12.2018 - 07.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Angelina College
High School Diploma -
Central Heights High School