Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessment and tailored care planning. Committed to ensuring patient safety and effective communication to enhance health outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Advent Health Port Charlotte
Port Charlotte, Florida
07.2025 - Current
Administered medications while monitoring patient reactions for safety and effectiveness.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline patient care coordination and improve outcomes.
Conducted patient assessments and developed tailored care plans based on individual needs.
Educated patients and families on health management strategies to empower self-care and informed decision-making.
Maintained accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with regulations.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe healthcare environment and prevent hospital-acquired infections.
Registered Nurse
Fawcett Memorial Hospital
Port Charlotte, Florida
08.2012 - 07.2025
Administered medications and monitored patient reactions for safety and effectiveness.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and improve outcomes.
Assisted in patient assessments and developed care plans based on individual needs.
Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options available.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Maintained accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with regulations.
Operations Manager
Ocean Wings Air Charter
Nantucket, Massachusetts
05.1996 - 10.2009
Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
Managed daily operations for air charter services and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
Developed standard operating procedures for streamlined processes in air charter operations.
Coordinated flight schedules and facilitated seamless communication between pilots and clients.
Fostered teamwork among staff to promote a collaborative environment focused on service excellence.
Store Owner
Island Bummer
Boca Grande, Florida
08.2001 - 10.2007
Managed daily operations and staff scheduling for retail store.
Oversaw inventory management, ensuring stock levels met customer demand.
Developed marketing strategies to promote store events and sales.
Maintained visual merchandising standards to enhance store presentation.
Welcomed customers and offered assistance with browsing and purchasing needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Edison Community College
Punta Gorda, FL
05-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
05-1991
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI
04-1987
Skills
Medication administration
Patient assessment
Patient safety monitoring
Patient education strategies
Infection control
Critical thinking
Problem solving
Team collaboration
Attention to detail
Cardiac monitoring
Vascular Access management
Emergency response preparedness
Sedation support
Electronic charting
Ethical practice
Patient advocacy
Certification
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Advent Health Port Charlotte
07.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Fawcett Memorial Hospital
08.2012 - 07.2025
Store Owner
Island Bummer
08.2001 - 10.2007
Operations Manager
Ocean Wings Air Charter
05.1996 - 10.2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
Edison Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Eastern Michigan University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management