Linda Ford-Phillips
Southaven,MS
Summary
Adaptable and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with broad experience in direct patient care, treatment planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Known for strong clinical judgment, infection control, and medication administration. Committed to delivering safe, high-quality care and clear communication.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Concentra Occupational Health
Byhalia, Mississippi
05.2025 - Current
- Administered medications, injections, and immunizations per provider orders.
- Planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Assisted with injury treatment, wound care, and return-to-work evaluations.
- Instructed injured workers on care instructions, restrictions, and follow-up plans to promote recovery and compliance.
- Facilitated patient triage in occupational health clinic, prioritizing urgent care needs for timely treatment.
- Collaborated with providers and employers to address occupational health treatment needs, ensuring comprehensive care.
- Applied critical thinking to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Worked with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Took part in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Registered Nurse
Diversicare
Southaven, Mississippi
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated injury treatment, wound care, and return-to-work evaluations to enhance patient recovery.
- Contributed to planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care to improve patient health and recovery.
- Assessed and treated patient wounds on admission.
- Coordinated with healthcare provider to determine effective wound care strategies for optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained safe patient environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Followed infection control procedures to support clean, a clean, safe patient environment.
- Documented patient visits in electronic medical records and kept chart information accurate.
- Recorded patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in an electronic medical record system.
Registered Nurse
Unity Psychiatric Care
Memphis, Tennessee
06.2024 - 06.2026
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Caris Hospice
Bartlett, TN
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Reviewed hospice patients and updated individualized care plans to enhance patient comfort and quality of life.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary visits with physicians, nurses, and social workers.
- Supported symptom management and comfort-focused nursing interventions.
- Communicated patient status and plan updates with attending physicians.
- Determined and coordinated an appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
- Educated families on hospice services, medications, and end-of-life care to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Delivered education and counseling on health promotion, risk reduction, disease prevention, and self-care techniques to empower patients and families.
- Followed Medicare hospice guidelines and agency policies during case management.
- Used critical thinking when assessing new information or changes in patient condition.
Travel Registered Nurse Vaccine Monitor
Snap Nurse
San Diego, California
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Coordinated travel assignments using the Snap Nurse staffing platform to optimize staffing solutions.
- Administered medications following physician orders and facility protocols.
- Documented patient information, including medical history, vital signs, and medications administered, to ensure continuity of care.
- Documented nursing care in electronic health records.
- Created individualized nursing care plans to enhance patient outcomes and ensure tailored treatment.
- Following infection control, safety, and compliance standards across facilities.
- Adapted quickly to new units, policies, and patient populations.
Travel Registered Nurse PACU overflow
Snap Nurse
Sacramento, California
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Administered medications and monitored patients for reactions during shift coverage.
- Completed patient assessments and documented findings in electronic health records.
- Coordinated care plans with physicians, therapists, and bedside nursing teams.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps for individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Managed shift handoffs and communicated patient status to incoming care teams.
- Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
- Adapted quickly to SnapNurse staffing assignments across varied acute care units.
- Followed facility policies, infection control standards, and nursing practice requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL03-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS05-2011
Skills
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Patient assessment
- Patient triage
- Care coordination
- Discharge planning
- Treatment planning
- Infection control
- IV drug therapy management
- EMR charting
- Critical thinking
- Psychiatric and mental health care
Certification
- ACLS
BLS
PALS - Registered Nurse Mississippi
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Concentra Occupational Health
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Unity Psychiatric Care
06.2024 - 06.2026
Registered Nurse
Diversicare
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Caris Hospice
08.2023 - 01.2025
Travel Registered Nurse Vaccine Monitor
Snap Nurse
08.2022 - 08.2023
Travel Registered Nurse PACU overflow
Snap Nurse
01.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwest Mississippi Community College