Lisa Williams
Grand Saline,TX
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Tyler Continue Care and Cross Country Healthcare Professionals, excelling in patient assessment and ventilator support. Demonstrates leadership in nursing teams and advocates for inclusive healthcare practices. Achieved significant improvements in patient care through expert medical assessment and compassionate direct patient care. Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tyler Continue Care
Tyler, TX
03.2022 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare Professionals
Fort Smith, AR
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
- Assessed and monitored critically ill patients in ICU.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
ICU Nurse
Titus Regional Hospital
Mount Pleasant, TX
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Initiated resuscitation measures when necessary following cardiac arrest or respiratory failure events.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Managed comprehensive care for critically ill patients, ensuring adherence to ICU protocols and guidelines.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines when caring for critically ill patients.
RN Case Manager
UT Health Tyler
Athens, TX
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Reviewed clinical data including lab results, radiology reports and vital signs to assess appropriateness of treatments.
- Identified high-risk cases requiring intensive monitoring or specialized interventions.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary rounds discussing complex cases with members of the healthcare team.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Facilitated transitions between levels of care through effective coordination of resources within a managed care environment.
- Communicated regularly with family members regarding patient care needs and progress toward goals.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Registered Nurse
Tyler Continue Care Hospital
Tyler, TX
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Titrated pressors, sedation, and cardiac medications to maintain patient stability.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments and implemented necessary interventions as per physician orders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide essential care to critically ill patients.
Medical ICU Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
Tyler, TX
06.2016 - 02.2018
- Performed diagnostic tests such as lab work, x-rays, CT scans and ultrasounds according to protocol.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for ICU patients.
- Trained new nursing staff and students, sharing knowledge and best practices in critical care nursing.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Managed comprehensive care for critically ill patients, ensuring adherence to ICU protocols and guidelines.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Managed patient pain and discomfort through effective pain management strategies, enhancing patient comfort.
Clinical Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
Tyler, TX
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Analyzed, collected and recorded patient health data.
- Carried out comprehensive care focused on patient needs and meeting care goals.
- Facilitated patient communication, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Assessed patient conditions and monitored vital signs to determine appropriate care plans.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers.
Med-surge Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
Tyler, TX
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Provided guidance to new employees regarding policies and procedures within the organization.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Facilitated communication between members of the healthcare team by attending interdisciplinary meetings.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.
Education
Critical Care Residency - Critical Care
Christus Trinity Mother Frances
Tyler, TX07-2016
Nurse Residence - Med Surge
Trinity Mother Frances
Tyler, TX07-2013
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX12-2012
Skills
- Ventilator support
- Nursing Team Leadership
- Inclusive Healthcare Practices
- Precepting
- Vaccine administration
- IV management
- Medical assessment
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- IV setup
- Geriatric nursing
- Documenting vitals
- Patient assessment
- SBAR communication
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Maintaining privacy
- Direct patient care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Discharge coordination
- Long-term care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tyler Continue Care
03.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare Professionals
10.2021 - 02.2022
ICU Nurse
Titus Regional Hospital
06.2021 - 09.2021
RN Case Manager
UT Health Tyler
09.2019 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
Tyler Continue Care Hospital
02.2018 - 03.2020
Medical ICU Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
06.2016 - 02.2018
Clinical Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
06.2015 - 06.2016
Med-surge Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
06.2013 - 06.2015
Critical Care Residency - Critical Care
Christus Trinity Mother Frances
Nurse Residence - Med Surge
Trinity Mother Frances
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Tyler Junior College
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