Professional nurse with proven expertise in patient care and leadership in clinical settings. Strong focus on team collaboration, patient safety, and adaptive problem solving. Skilled in managing patient care plans, mentoring staff, and maintaining high standards of practice. Known for reliability, effective communication, and flexibility to meet changing healthcare needs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Dominic's Hospital
Jackson, MS
06.2022 - Current
Oversaw nursing staff to ensure strict adherence to protocols and delivery of exceptional patient care.
Spearheaded collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to design customized patient care plans.
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
Developed and implemented nursing protocols to improve efficiency in patient management.
Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
Jackson, MS
01.2019 - Current
Conducted meticulous tracking of patient responses, focusing on oral, intravenous, and intramuscular medication administration.
Provided thorough patient care to ensure stabilization of conditions and evaluate effectiveness of ongoing treatment plans.
Coordinated all aspects of patient care, facilitating smooth transitions from admission to discharge.
Implemented training sessions for new nursing staff, focusing on care techniques, operational procedures, and compliance with safety standards.
Acquired and processed blood, tissue, and laboratory specimens to facilitate accurate testing.
Registered Nurse
Mississippi State Hospital
Brandon, MS
08.2019 - 08.2020
Educate patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and mental health to inform treatment strategies.
Evaluate, ordered and interpreted psychological evaluations and basic lab tests to assess and identify patients' conditions.
Ensured adherence to personal and health data procedures to maintain HIPAA compliance.
Participate in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Delivered targeted therapies and medications to align with prescribed treatment protocols and enhance patient care.
Home Health Aide
Hamilton Davis Home Health
Flowood, MS
02.2012 - 01.2017
Monitored and documented patient reactions to various medication routes, ensuring accurate records for clinical assessments.
Provided thorough patient care to ensure stabilization of conditions and evaluate effectiveness of ongoing treatment plans.
Streamlined patient care operations, promoting efficient transitions and optimal experiences from admission through discharge.
Implemented training sessions for new nursing staff, focusing on care techniques, operational procedures, and compliance with safety standards.
Executed protocols for acquiring and processing blood tissue and laboratory specimens, enhancing reliability of test results.