Marcia Lucia Calhoun
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with skills in patient care and medication administration. Implements individualized care plans through effective collaboration with medical teams, ensuring positive pediatric patient outcomes. Committed to providing guidance and support to families, enhancing overall health management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Children's of Alabama Hospital
Birmingham, AL
02.2024 - Current
- Monitored and administered medications and treatments as per established protocols, enhancing patient care and safety.
- Engaged with diverse teams to formulate personalized care plans aimed at enhancing pediatric patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and conditions, implementing timely interventions to enhance recovery and well-being.
- Delivered comprehensive guidance to families regarding health management strategies, medication administration, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Mentored new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting teamwork.
- Provided clinical support during emergencies, stabilizing patients and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Oversaw work of nursing student technicians and externs to educate on proper procedures and how to prioritize care tasks.
Patient Care Technician
Compass Urgent Care
Mobile, AL
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Collaborated with medical personnel to enhance patient assessment and care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
- Provided direct patient support, ensuring comfort and safety during visits.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline patient intake processes.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and follow-up care requirements.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and equipment.
PACU Volunteer
Children's of Alabama Hospital
Birmingham, AL
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Assisted nursing staff in monitoring post-anesthesia patients' vital signs and comfort levels.
- Organized medical supplies and equipment to ensure efficient workflow within PACU.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of PACU environment, adhering to hospital safety standards.
- Shadowed experienced staff to gain insights into advanced patient care techniques and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, ALBachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12-2023
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Clinical leadership
- Documentation accuracy
- Care coordination
- HIPAA compliance
- Motivational skills
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Children's of Alabama Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Compass Urgent Care
08.2021 - 11.2021
PACU Volunteer
Children's of Alabama Hospital
06.2018 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama