Results-oriented RN with comprehensive expertise across diverse healthcare environments. Exhibits strong leadership in overseeing patient care and workflow, while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to achieve optimal patient outcomes and uphold safety protocols.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department RN
Wilkes Regional Hospital
12.2023 - 08.2025
Company Overview: Provided high-quality patient care in a fast-paced emergency department with a focus on rural healthcare needs.
Provided high-quality patient care in a fast-paced emergency department with a focus on rural healthcare needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline emergency response processes.
Administered medications and treatments in an emergency department with an average daily census of 100 patients per day, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Performed triage and charge duties as needed.
Precepted new hires and served as nurse mentor.
Provided high-quality patient care in a fast-paced emergency department with a focus on rural healthcare needs.
RN Supervisor, Corrections
Southern Health Partners
Sparta, NC
07.2017 - 12.2024
Company Overview: Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Successfully managed workflow of day-to-day operations by utilizing effective problem-solving skills.
Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status, development of individualized plans of care and implementation of nursing interventions.
Educated patients about their diagnosis, medications, nutrition requirements, pain management strategies.
Ensured compliance with governmental regulations pertaining to the delivery of health care services.
Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and safety protocols.
Conducted performance evaluations for nursing personnel; provided feedback, counseling, and disciplinary action as necessary.
Established work schedules and assignments for staff, according to workload, space, and equipment availability.
Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, orientation, and training of new staff members in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
Server
North Flow Steakhouse & Tavern
Sparta, NC
07.2023 - 01.2024
Company Overview: Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs and responding promptly to requests.
Greeted and accommodated guests, building positive experience from first interaction.
Demonstrated ability to interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
Effectively managed large parties by providing efficient, attentive service while ensuring accuracy with orders.
Utilized teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with kitchen staff during busy periods.
Checked in with guests throughout meal service, replenishing drinks and catering to additional requests.
Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs and responding promptly to requests.
RN, Emergency Department; RN, Med/Surg
Alleghany Health
Sparta, NC
01.2021 - 11.2023
Company Overview: Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
Demonstrated strong communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
Educated patients about their diagnosis, medications, nutrition requirements, pain management strategies.
Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status.
MDS Coordinator, RN Supervisor
Genesis Healthcare
Sparta, NC
07.2017 - 08.2019
Company Overview: Maintained high quality standards of patient care through implementation of evidence based practice guidelines.
Prioritized workloads based on changing clinical situations.
Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
Consulted and coordinated with health care team members, patients, and their family, to assess and evaluate patient care plans.
Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives to promote evidence-based practice standards within the organization.
Developed individualized plan of care to perform appropriate treatments as ordered by physician.
Maintained high quality standards of patient care through implementation of evidence based practice guidelines.
Clinical Services Coordinator
Logistics Health, Inc.
Remote, NC
01.2017 - 05.2017
Company Overview: Remote position for government contractor working with veterans and the Veteran's Administration.
Provide review of medical records to highlight pertinent documentation that would aid the veteran in obtaining service connection for injuries/illnesses.
Remote position for government contractor working with veterans and the Veteran's Administration.
MDS Coordinator
Roan Mountain Nursing & Rehabilitation
Roan Mountain, TN
01.2015 - 09.2016
Company Overview: Provided oversight and support to MDS coordinators, nurses, therapists, and other staff in completing accurate assessments for residents in a skilled nursing facility.
Contributed to compilation, organization, and production of protocols, clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, or controlled documentation.
Processed clinical data through receipt, entry, verification, and filing of information.
Analyzed data from MDS assessments to identify trends or issues within the facility.
Developed processes for improving the accuracy of Minimum Data Set assessments and care plans.
Provided oversight and support to MDS coordinators, nurses, therapists, and other staff in completing accurate assessments for residents in a skilled nursing facility.
MDS Coordinator
Life Care Centers of America
Gray, TN
09.2014 - 01.2015
Company Overview: Provided oversight and support to MDS coordinators, nurses, therapists, and other staff in completing accurate assessments for residents in a skilled nursing facility.
Contributed to compilation, organization, and production of protocols, clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, or controlled documentation.
Processed clinical data through receipt, entry, verification, and filing of information.
Analyzed data from MDS assessments to identify trends or issues within the facility.
Provided oversight and support to MDS coordinators, nurses, therapists, and other staff in completing accurate assessments for residents in a skilled nursing facility.
Field RN, Home Health
Medi Home Health & Hospice
Sparta, NC
09.2013 - 08.2014
Company Overview: Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques.
Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
Provided emotional support for families dealing with difficult situations or diagnoses.
Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
MDS Coordinator
Village Care of King
King, NC
02.2012 - 08.2013
Company Overview: Provided oversight and support to MDS coordinators, nurses, therapists, and other staff in completing accurate assessments for residents in a skilled nursing facility.
Contributed to compilation, organization, and production of protocols, clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, or controlled documentation.
Processed clinical data through receipt, entry, verification, and filing of information.
Analyzed data from MDS assessments to identify trends or issues within the facility.
Provided oversight and support to MDS coordinators, nurses, therapists, and other staff in completing accurate assessments for residents in a skilled nursing facility.
Cardiac Monitor Technician and Receptionist at Atrium Health Wake Forest Wilkes Medical CenterCardiac Monitor Technician and Receptionist at Atrium Health Wake Forest Wilkes Medical Center
Assistant Director Curriculum & Instruction GU at Appalachian State University- Reich College Of EducationAssistant Director Curriculum & Instruction GU at Appalachian State University- Reich College Of Education