Mallory Covington
Smyrna,Tn
Summary
Compassionate RN with experience in hospice and skilled nursing, focused on patient care and vital signs monitoring. Coordinates care plans and provides emotional support, ensuring patient comfort and dignity. Expertise in wound care management and collaborative communication, dedicated to improving patient outcomes across healthcare settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Floor Nurse
TriStar Summit
Hermitage, Tennessee
08.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and adherence to care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, promptly reporting significant changes to healthcare team to ensure timely interventions.
- Assisted in wound care and clinical procedures, supporting recovery and enhancing patient comfort.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
CHPLN, LPN
Gentiva Hospice
Murfreesboro, TN
01.2024 - 11.2025
- Delivered compassionate patient care in hospice settings, ensuring comfort and dignity for terminally ill patients.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for patients.
- Facilitated interprofessional communication with IDT and physician to enhance patient care coordination.
- Collaborated with social work team to effectively address and navigate family dynamics, improving patient support.
- Work under supervision of RNCM for the care of patients and families
LPN Charge Nurse
Northside Rehabilitation and Rehab
Murfreesboro, TN
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Overseeing care, medication administration, assessments, activities of daily living and charting
- Interprofessional communication with Physician, Nurse practitioner, wound care, respiratory, and management
- Performing tasks assigned on time with the correct documentation
Hospice Nurse
Alive Hospice
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Coordinated comprehensive patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic support.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families, enhancing their coping mechanisms during challenging times.
- Educated families on end-of-life care options and procedures, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Documented patient interactions and care provided in electronic records.
LPN Charge Nurse
The Waters of Smyrna
Smyrna, TN
11.2017 - 01.2021
- Conducted patient assessments to monitor health status and needs.
- Managed medication administration and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment.
- Trained new nurses on procedures and best practices for patient care.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
South College
Nashville, TN06-2025
Licensed Practical Nurse -
TCAT MURFREESBORO
Murfreesboro, TN01.2017
Skills
- PICC and PIV access
- Central line care
- Urinary catheter care
- Wound care management
- Basic respiratory care
- Renal care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care plan coordination
- Clinical judgment
- Procedure assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Collaborative communication
- Emotional support
- CPR/AED
Degree
BSN, RN
Certifications And Licensure
- RN, TN, 288690, 05/2027
- LPN, TN, 90701, 05/2027
- Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care (CHPLN), 2022, 12/2026
- AHA BLS & ALS 2026
- ASN 2023
- CHPLN, TN, 12/2026
Clinical Experience
- Critical thinking and assessment
- Med-Surg
- Geriatric Psych
- Maternal Infant
- Pediatrics
- Hospice
- Palliative
- ED Psychiatric
- Cardiac step down
- MICU
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse
TriStar Summit
08.2025 - Current
CHPLN, LPN
Gentiva Hospice
01.2024 - 11.2025
LPN Charge Nurse
Northside Rehabilitation and Rehab
01.2022 - 01.2024
Hospice Nurse
Alive Hospice
10.2021 - 02.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
The Waters of Smyrna
11.2017 - 01.2021
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
South College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
TCAT MURFREESBORO