Mallory Thurgood
Wichita,KS
Summary
Compassionate and highly skilled Emergency Department Registered Nurse with extensive experience in high-acuity, trauma, and charge nurse roles across both hospital-based and free-standing emergency departments. Recognized for ability to lead teams under pressure, deliver evidence-based care, and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams. Strong background in triage, trauma resuscitation, patient flow management, and rapid decision-making in fast-paced emergency settings. Seeking to leverage clinical expertise and leadership to excel in charge and improve trauma-focused nursing roles.
Professional healthcare provider with strong background in acute and critical care settings. Known for adaptability in fast-paced environments, effective teamwork, and achieving patient care goals. Adept at managing diverse patient populations, coordinating care, and ensuring seamless transitions between units. Highly dependable, with focus on collaboration and delivering excellent results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contracted Emergency Department Float Nurse
HCA: HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
10.2024 - Current
- Provide emergency nursing care across two hospital-based EDs and four free-standing EDs, adapting quickly to varied patient populations and workflows.
- Deliver rapid trauma response and critical interventions for high-acuity patients.
- Support ED leadership in charge roles, including assignments, throughput, and staff support during peak census periods.
- Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, regulatory standards, and evidence-based practice in diverse environments.
- Wesley Medical Center / Wesley Woodlawn / Wesley West FSED / Wesley Derby FSED/ Wesley Andover FSED
Emergency Department RN / Charge Nurse
Ascension Via Christi
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Coordinated patient care in a Level I Trauma Center, leading resuscitation efforts in collaboration with physicians and trauma teams.
- Functioned as Charge Nurse, assigning staff, facilitating throughput, and managing ED capacity during surges.
- Mentored and precepted new nurses, strengthening departmental competency and retention.
- Recognized for leadership during mass casualty incident response drills and real-time critical events.
Licensed Practical Nurse – Medical/Surgical Unit
Willis Knighton Health System
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Delivered compassionate nursing care to patients with varying medical and surgical conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
- Administered medications, monitored vital signs, and educated patients and families on care practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Newman University
Wichita, KSDiploma in Practical Nursing - undefined
Northwest Technical College
Minden, LAAssociate of Science - undefined
Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier, LARegistered Nurse - undefined
Kansas Multi-State
Skills
- Emergency & Trauma Nursing (Level I & II Trauma Experience)
- Triage, Resuscitation & Critical Care
- Charge Nurse Leadership & Staff Coordination
- Patient Flow & Optimization
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), PALS, TNCC Certified
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
- Collaborative Team Leadership & Preceptorship
- Strong EMR Documentation (Soarian, Cerner, Meditech)
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- EKG interpretation
Affiliations
- Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) – Member
- American Nurses Association (ANA) – Member
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – Current
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – Current
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) – Current
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current
Timeline
Contracted Emergency Department Float Nurse
HCA: HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
10.2024 - Current
Emergency Department RN / Charge Nurse
Ascension Via Christi
08.2022 - 06.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse – Medical/Surgical Unit
Willis Knighton Health System
06.2017 - 06.2019
Diploma in Practical Nursing - undefined
Northwest Technical College
Associate of Science - undefined
Bossier Parish Community College
Registered Nurse - undefined
Kansas Multi-State
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Newman University