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Lee Fairchilds

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at UMMC, excelling in pediatric emergency care and transport. Proficient in PALS and ACLS, I foster interdisciplinary collaboration while mentoring staff. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and implementing safety protocols, resulting in improved operational efficiency during emergencies.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse II - Pediatric CV OR

UMMC
06.2024 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Nursing Supervisor - Pediatric CC Transport

UMMC
04.2018 - 04.2024
  • Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by fostering strong relationships with physicians, paramedics, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Mentored new staff members to promote adherence to established best practices and foster professional growth.
  • Created policies and procedures to enhance safety and provide excellent care for the pediatric population.
  • Delegated tasks and provided leadership for 24 clinicians and support personnel.
  • Supervised the wheelchair program for the adult hospital.
  • Initiated the COVID chaser-ambulance service during the COVID epidemic.

RN Pediatric CC Transport

UMMC
07.2010 - 04.2024
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in critical care nursing and transport medicine.
  • Assisted with the development of new policies and procedures within the critical care transport team, resulting in improved safety protocols and overall effectiveness of operations.
  • Reduced response times for emergency calls through streamlined communication with dispatchers and EMTs.
  • Collaborated with hospital staff to ensure smooth transitions from facility to ambulance, promoting continuity of care.
  • Implemented advanced life support measures when necessary, stabilizing patients prior to arrival at Childrens of MS.

RN - Pediatric Emergency Department

UMMC
05.2007 - 06.2010
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS
05-2007

Skills

    PALS

    ACLS

    BLS

    NRP

    CPEN

Timeline

Registered Nurse II - Pediatric CV OR

UMMC
06.2024 - Current

Nursing Supervisor - Pediatric CC Transport

UMMC
04.2018 - 04.2024

RN Pediatric CC Transport

UMMC
07.2010 - 04.2024

RN - Pediatric Emergency Department

UMMC
05.2007 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Mississippi Medical Center

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