Madison Lester
Hastings,FL
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience in critical care and emergency settings. Proven ability to lead training workshops and facilitate onboarding processes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration to optimize patient care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Clinical Professional Development
Ascension St Vincent Hospital
Jacksonville, FL
04.2026 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient care practices through education.
- Assessed learning needs of staff to tailor training sessions effectively.
- Facilitated workshops on evidence-based practices to promote ongoing professional development.
- Assisted in onboarding new nurses, providing essential resources and support during transition.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of clinical guidelines and best practices for nursing education initiatives.
- Evaluated clinical staff performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous growth.
- Led the development of annual training plans based on identified gaps in knowledge or skills among clinical staff members.
- Improved nursing competency through the creation and delivery of targeted training sessions and workshops.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, resulting in decreased time to full productivity.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
St Vincent Riverside
Jacksonville, FL
09.2025 - 03.2026
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for critical patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians to ensure patient safety and efficacy.
- Assisted in maintaining a sterile environment by adhering to infection control protocols during procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes within the critical care unit.
- Assisted with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies under physician supervision when needed.
- Advocated for patient autonomy and rights during decision-making processes, upholding ethical principles in critical care nursing practice.
- Served as a preceptor for new graduate nurses, facilitating their transition into professional practice within the critical care setting.
- Educated patients and families about disease processes, treatment options, and self-care strategies to promote informed decision-making and self-management skills.
- Actively participated in unit-based educational offerings aimed at increasing clinical knowledge and staying current with evidence-based practice guidelines.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
HCA Orange Park
Orange Park, FL
05.2024 - 09.2025
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and conducted comprehensive assessments to ensure patient stability.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medication management, and health maintenance.
- Enhanced workflow efficiencies by streamlining triage processes in fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patient's conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient transitions from emergency care to specialized departments.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke, VA
05.2022 - 04.2024
- Administered critical care medications and monitored patient responses in fast-paced surgical ICU environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for complex patients.
- Utilized advanced monitoring systems to track vital signs and detect changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding and compliance with treatment protocols.
- Assisted surgeons during bedside procedures such as central line insertions or tracheostomies, ensuring proper set-up and maintenance of aseptic technique.
- Managed ventilator care for critically ill patients, ensuring optimal settings to maintain adequate oxygenation levels while minimizing risk of barotrauma or lung injury.
- Mentored new nursing staff in the Surgical ICU, providing guidance on best practices for patient care, documentation, and effective communication within the team.
- Identified early signs of potential complications by conducting regular assessments and initiating appropriate interventions as needed.
- Prevented pressure ulcers in immobile patients through regular repositioning, vigilant skin assessment, and utilization of specialized support surfaces when necessary.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Medstar Franklin Square Hospital
Baltimore, MD
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Contributed to the creation of a positive work culture within the Emergency Department by actively participating in team-building activities, offering constructive feedback, celebrating successes, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among colleagues.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
- Administered emergency medications to stabilize patients, improving chances for recovery.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and communication of patient information.
- Assessed patient conditions to determine urgency and appropriate care pathways.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Harford Community College
Bel Air, MD05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
05-2026
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Intensive care unit experience
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Advanced life support
- Evidence-based practices
- Family advocacy
- Trauma nursing core course
Accomplishments
-Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society Member
-Daisy award winner (April 2024)
Certification
-ACLS/PALS
-BLS
-TNCC/ENPC
Timeline
Critical Care Clinical Professional Development
Ascension St Vincent Hospital
04.2026 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
St Vincent Riverside
09.2025 - 03.2026
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
HCA Orange Park
05.2024 - 09.2025
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
05.2022 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Medstar Franklin Square Hospital
01.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Harford Community College