Lisa Nix
Somerville,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
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Language
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Registered Nurse
UTMB Health at Texas Juvenile Justice Department
Giddings, TX
11.2023 - Current
- Correctional charge nurses that examine patients in the correctional environment, evaluate their response to treatment, and monitor their progress. Correctional Charge nurses provide mental health and emotional support for their patients and sometimes their families, and when necessary, refer them to appropriate mental health resources. Provided on-call telephone triage for 400+ correctional youth, addressing general, mental health, and intensive treatment needs across three facilities. Conducted comprehensive chart reviews to assess patient care quality.. Managed chronic care for patients by coordinating treatment plans and follow-ups.. And serious medical condition and continuous off campus care nurse.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for juvenile offenders in secure facilities.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify medical needs and develop care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for at-risk youth populations.
RN Emergency Room
TRS Healthcare
Arkansas
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Temporary /Travel Nurse, assessed patient health problems and needs, developed and implemented nursing care plans, maintained medical records to ensure comprehensive patient care. administered nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, trauma, or disabled patients, providing critical support in emergency situations. Instructed patients on health maintenance and disease prevention and case management.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, responding promptly to changes in health status.
RN Emergency Department
St. Joseph Health
Caldwell, TX
02.2018 - 09.2021
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Managed complex case scenarios, ensuring optimal resource utilization during emergencies.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to the unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and post-discharge care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
Nurse Manager
First Choice Emergency Department
Houston, TX
- Managed staff scheduling and allocation to optimize patient care delivery and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented training programs for nursing staff to enhance skills and improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create effective treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and ensuring availability of critical supplies.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses to earn time off.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Methodist Willowbrook Hospital
Houston, TX
- Administered emergency care to patients in high-pressure situations, ensuring rapid response and assessment.
- Monitored vital signs and performed diagnostic tests, maintaining accurate records for treatment decisions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies post-discharge, enhancing understanding of care instructions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
Registered Nurse, ICU
St. Lukes Episcopal Hospital The Woodlands
The Woodlands, TX
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team promptly.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician instructions, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care process.
- Advocated for patient needs, working closely with healthcare providers to ensure individualized care plans were developed and executed accordingly.
- Implemented infection control measures consistently, minimizing risk of cross-contamination among vulnerable ICU patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering informed decision-making regarding treatment options.
ER/ICU Registered NUrse
Staff Search - Agency Staffing
Houston, TX
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols and physician orders.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and medical status, reporting changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Managed ventilator support, feeding tubes, and central lines in a critical care setting.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Mentored junior nurses in critical care practices, enhancing team performance and knowledge sharing.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that streamlined workflows and improved patient care delivery efficiency.
- Implemented infection control procedures, ensuring compliance with hospital standards for safety and hygiene.
- Provided education and support to patients and families regarding treatment options and recovery processes.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
IMCU/Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Houston Northwest Hospital
Houston, TX
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and facilitate timely interventions.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Educated patients on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding of treatment regimens.
- Analyzed patient data trends to drive strategic decision-making in clinical operations.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
E4
United States Army
United States
09.1990 - 01.1993
Education
Nursing - Associate of Science
Lonestar College
Houston, TX05.2000
Skills
Patient management
Professional bedside manner
Compassion and empathy
Patient management
Deadline management
Family advocacy
EMR systems
Team coordination
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Preventive health
Diabetes management
Vaccine administration
Emergency response
Intake and discharge
Patient discharge
Direct patient care
Documentation and charting
Patient assessments
Affiliations
ENA
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Registered Nurse
UTMB Health at Texas Juvenile Justice Department
11.2023 - Current
RN Emergency Room
TRS Healthcare
09.2021 - 11.2023
RN Emergency Department
St. Joseph Health
02.2018 - 09.2021
E4
United States Army
09.1990 - 01.1993
Nurse Manager
First Choice Emergency Department
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Methodist Willowbrook Hospital
Registered Nurse, ICU
St. Lukes Episcopal Hospital The Woodlands
ER/ICU Registered NUrse
Staff Search - Agency Staffing
IMCU/Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Houston Northwest Hospital
Nursing - Associate of Science
Lonestar College