Marie DeLaughter
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Experienced and eager nurse recognized for attendance, critical thinking, communication and comprehensive patient care. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency care, conflict resolution and multi-disciplinary coordination. Possesses strong computer and EMR skills, thorough documentation, adaptability to high-stress environments, and ability to work effectively in team settings. Excels in providing exceptional patient care through accurate assessments, appropriate patient and staff advocacy, empathy, and active listening.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Hood Memorial Hospital
Amite, Louisiana
06.2015 - 07.2024
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients in a critical access hospital.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as trauma, cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Performed triage duties including assessing patients for severity of illness or injury, prioritizing needs and room availability.
- Responded promptly to life-threatening situations using advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Worked as Charge Nurse and cross-trained as House Supervisor
Emergency Room Nurse
Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
04.2015 - 06.2015
- Managed multiple high stress situations while maintaining a calm demeanor and providing quality care to all patients in a large ER.
- Performed assessments and triaged patients based on acuity level.
- Responded quickly during code blue events while following established protocols.
- Communicated effectively with other departments throughout the hospital such as laboratory services or radiology departments when ordering tests or obtaining results.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess emergent conditions and initiate appropriate interventions in a timely manner.
Emergency Room Nurse
North Oaks Medical Center
Hammond, Louisiana
05.2004 - 03.2015
- Assisted in adjusting care and evolving available resources for changing local population pre- and post-Katrina while working as an ER nurse. The trauma department was developed during that time. Progressed within the role of a night charge nurse and assumed responsibilities as relief charge when full-time charge nurses required coverage.
- Assisted in the transition to Epic EMR as a super-user
- Trained and mentored new employees during overnight shifts.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain composure in challenging circumstances, providing excellent patient care.
- Performed assessments and triaged patients based on acuity level.
- Demonstrated swift response during critical situations while maintaining adherence to established protocols.
Travel Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Medstaff Healthcare Solutions
06.2002 - 04.2004
- Acquired fresh insights and approaches to performing routine procedures in intrapartum, peripartum, and postpartum care. Gained knowledge of facility-specific routines for diverse patients.
- Created a secure environment for mothers, babies, and their families during the labor process.
- Performed patient assessments and documented findings for labor and delivery patients.
- Provided emotional support and coached women through labor stages, assisting them and their families.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving mothers or babies requiring immediate attention.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information in the electronic medical record system.
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Methodist Central
Memphis, TN
07.2000 - 06.2002
- Acquired knowledge and skills as a new graduate to become an L&D nurse in an inner-city hospital.
- Monitored and documented maternal vital signs, fetal monitoring, labor progress and overall assessment of mother and fetus throughout labor.
- Provided specialized care for high risk pregnancies through knowledge of obstetrical nursing practices.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns and communicated results with physicians for further evaluation.
- Provided direct patient care to labor and delivery patients, including assessments, treatments, medications administration, and education.
- Efficiently managed multiple tasks while delivering quality patient care in a fast-paced setting.
- Cross-trained to assist with emergent C-sections in the absence of the primary scrub tech.
Emergency Room Case Manager
North Oaks Medical Center
Hammond, Louisiana
2008 - 2015
- Worked in the same ER performing the initial review of admissions in Interqual and Milliman approval systems
- Managed all incoming transfers to ER from outlying facilities
- Assisted with behavioral health/PEC placement in ER from 2300-0700
- Brief period of time doing after-hours bed control/bed assignments for all of facility from 2300-0700
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Arkansas At Monticello
Monticello, AR05-2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas At Monticello
Monticello, AR05-2000
Skills
- Current and Unencumbered Louisiana Nursing License
- Current CPR, ACLS, PALS and TNCC
- Emergency Care/Response
- Case Management
- Night-Shift Charge Nurse/Team Leader
- Patient Assessment and Management
- Critical Care Monitoring
- Culturally Sensitive Care
- Patient and Staff Safety
- Wound Care
- Comprehensive EMR Charting
- Supply Restocking
Certification
- Current and unencumbered Louisiana Nursing License, RN105887
- Current CPR, ACLS, PALS, TNCC.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Hood Memorial Hospital
06.2015 - 07.2024
Emergency Room Nurse
Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center
04.2015 - 06.2015
Emergency Room Nurse
North Oaks Medical Center
05.2004 - 03.2015
Travel Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Medstaff Healthcare Solutions
06.2002 - 04.2004
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Methodist Central
07.2000 - 06.2002
Emergency Room Case Manager
North Oaks Medical Center
2008 - 2015
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Arkansas At Monticello
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas At Monticello
- Current and unencumbered Louisiana Nursing License, RN105887
- Current CPR, ACLS, PALS, TNCC.
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