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Lawrence Ward III

Lafayette,LA

Summary

Experienced Emergency RN leader with 8 years of bedside nursing experience, including charge nurse leadership. Skilled in operating medical equipment and educating patients on disease processes as well as home equipment use. Builds robust, long-lasting relationships with physicians and providers. Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility as a travel nurse. Adept at collaborative and creative problem-solving.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

RN, Emergency Department

Sells Indian Hospital
Sells, AZ
06.2024 - Current
  • Streamlined the unit's existing triage method, implementing an evidence-based system to provide more timely and efficient patient care.
  • Provided culturally sensitive care for members of the Tohono O'odham Native American tribe.

Emergency RN

Ascension All Saints Hospital
Racine, WI
02.2024 - Current
  • Translated complex medical information into easily comprehensible language for patients.
  • Again mentored new RNs to foster their technical and interpersonal skills.

Emergency RN

Trinity Hospital
Minot, ND
10.2023 - 02.2024
  • Served as a preceptor, offering mentorship to new RNs.
  • Fostered strong working relationships to enhance seamless coordination among different departments.

Emergency RN

Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics
11.2022 - 10.2023
  • Utilized creative communication techniques and advanced interpersonal skills to provide care for indigent patients.
  • Educated patients on the use of home durable medical equipment.

Emergency RN

East Jefferson General
Metairie, LA
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Honed skills working with technologically advanced equipment in a fast-paced environment.
  • Eagerly learned ICU nursing skills when adapting to increased patient census.

Emergency RN

Huntsville Memorial
Huntsville, TX
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • Again led the unit as charge nurse.
  • Displayed astute critical thinking skills in triaging and assigning patients.

Emergency RN

Our Lady of the Lake
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2020 - 12.2020
  • As a charge nurse, managed unit operations to ensure seamless department functioning.
  • Collaborated effectively with other departments to deliver high-quality patient care.

Emergency RN

Ochsner Lafayette General
Lafayette, LA
04.2019 - 04.2020
  • Exemplified versatility, adaptability, and enthusiasm in joining the healthcare team as a travel nurse.
  • Managed a wide range of medical equipment, including IV pumps, ventilators, and monitors.

Emergency RN

Terrebonne General
Houma, LA
12.2016 - 04.2019
  • Acquired new RN skills with enthusiasm and efficiency.
  • Established enduring professional connections with physicians that are still maintained today.

Education

Associate of Science in Nursing -

Fletcher Technical Community College
Houma, LA
07.2016

Bachelor of Science in Human Movement -

Louisiana State University
Lafayette, LA
12.2014

Skills

  • Building Relationships
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Flexibility & Adaptability
  • Triaging Tasks
  • Effective Communication
  • On-the-job Learning
  • Composure Under Pressure
  • Medical Knowledge
  • Customer Service

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

RN, Emergency Department

Sells Indian Hospital
06.2024 - Current

Emergency RN

Ascension All Saints Hospital
02.2024 - Current

Emergency RN

Trinity Hospital
10.2023 - 02.2024

Emergency RN

Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics
11.2022 - 10.2023

Emergency RN

East Jefferson General
11.2021 - 11.2022

Emergency RN

Huntsville Memorial
05.2021 - 11.2021

Emergency RN

Our Lady of the Lake
04.2020 - 12.2020

Emergency RN

Ochsner Lafayette General
04.2019 - 04.2020

Emergency RN

Terrebonne General
12.2016 - 04.2019

Associate of Science in Nursing -

Fletcher Technical Community College

Bachelor of Science in Human Movement -

Louisiana State University
Lawrence Ward III