New EKU MSN Graduate from the PMHNP program, in the process of getting certified.
12 years of experience as a Registered Nurse. Unencumbered RN License active in Kentucky State. Current BLS Provider AHA certification.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
ShiftKey LLC
Lexington, KY
05.2022 - Current
Provided patient care and education to patients with acute and chronic illnesses.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
Registered Nurse
NurseSTAT LLC
Lexington, KY
04.2021 - Current
Provision of nursing care.
Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Covid-19 assessments, comprehensive nursing assessments, wound care, rehab nursing interventions and medication administration, care plans initiation and modification.
Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Richmond Place Skilled Nursing
Lexington, KY
04.2020 - 03.2021
Provision of nursing care as long-term care and rehab nurse: pulmonary conditions, post-acute care of surgical patients, i.e., orthopedics and GI
Covid-19 assessments, comprehensive nursing assessments, wound care, rehab nursing interventions and medication administration, care plans initiation and modification.
Registered Nurse
Five Star Senior Living
Lexington, KY
03.2018 - 03.2020
Provision of nursing care as rehabilitation nurse: pulmonary conditions, post-acute care of surgical patients, i.e., orthopedics and GI
Clinical assessments, wound care, rehab nursing interventions and administration of medications, care plans initiation and modification
Intake of new patients, transfer, and discharge
Teamwork with Nursing, Medical, Social Services, Therapy Department, Community Services.
Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
09.2017 - 10.2017
Preoperative and post anesthesia care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients in PACU, in a variety of specialty areas including Ophthalmology, Sports Medicine and Orthopedics; Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose and Throat); Oral and Maxillofacial; Pain Management; CT-Vascular, OB-GYN, Neurosurgical, Trauma, Dental; as well as Plastic, Pediatric and General Surgery and any other surgical services
The primary responsibilities were providing total, comprehensive, continuous, and patient centered care which includes assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians.
Registered Nurse
The Ridge Behavioral Health System
Lexington, KY
09.2016 - 05.2017
RN for the Adult Chemical Dependency unit
Detox protocols for Alcohol, Opiates, Benzodiazepines and Polysubstance abuses
Mental health RN in a wide variety of contexts, from youth services to psychiatry.
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Lexington
Lexington, KY
04.2016 - 08.2016
Perform triages
Initiate ED protocols
Assess and treat clinical conditions in accordance with protocols and to physician orders
IV cannulation, 12-lead EKGs, bladder ultrasound, wound care, splints application, medication administration (IV, IM, SQ, ID)
Extensive use of T-system and EPIC software as EHR and eMAR.
Registered Nurse
Lifestream Behavioral Center
Leesburg, FL
04.2015 - 03.2016
Collaborate with nurses, physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other professionals to discuss treatment plans and outcome/progress
Direct or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders
Admit patients, emergency treatment orders and safe direction/use of constraints/holds, supervision of LPNs/aides, administer medications, initiate/modify nursing care plans, mental-health nursing interventions.
Clinical Services Associate
Tricounty Physicians LLC
The Villages, FL
04.2014 - 09.2014
Perform all daily phlebotomies, patient charting during follow up visits, patient education (disease processes, medications administration, interactions and side effects, wound care, disease risk factors, diet, exercise, ADLs, support network), vital signs recording, sending of e-prescriptions out to pharmacies.
Registered Nurse
Key Care & Support
Manchester, UK
12.2012 - 10.2013
Assess and plan nursing care
Implement nursing interventions and treatments
Evaluate care provided, plan discharges and patient education
Phlebotomy and IV cannulation
Administer enteral and parenteral therapy through peripheral and central venous catheters
EKG monitoring
Monitor and correct fluid & electrolyte balance
Wound care and patient mobilization
ET tube suctioning
Tracheostomy care
Ostomy care
NG tube insertion/maintenance/removal
Foley catheter insertion/maintenance/removal.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
05-2024
Skills
Professionalism
High sense of ethics
Patient-centered care
Cordiality and good manners
Prioritization/delegation of tasks
Advanced computer skills
EHR solutions: EPIC, Cerner, Point-click care, Matrix