Open To Work
Nick Funzie
Crestwyn Behavioral Health
Memphis,TN
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
2 weeks notice
Desired Job Title
Charge Nurse, Acute PsychosisRegistered Nurse, Labor & DeliveryClinic Coordinator, Surgical SubspecialtyPatient Care Coordinator, Labor & DeliveryRegistered Nurse, Labor & Delivery
Work Type
Full TimeContract Work
Location Preference
On-Site
Location:
Memphis, TN
Open to relocation:
No
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience
Experienced Registered Nurse with over 10 years in nursing, including 5+ years in Labor and Delivery, Acute Psychosis, and leadership as a Patient Care Coordinator. Led multidisciplinary teams, coordinated high-risk obstetric care, mentored nursing staff, and collaborated with physicians to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to promoting patient safety and evidence-based practice while delivering family-centered care. Seeking a Labor and Delivery leadership role to drive staff development and quality improvement.
Work History
Charge Nurse, Acute Psychosis
7 Months- Conducted thorough assessments of patients’ mental health, evaluating psychological, emotional, and social needs using standardized assessment tools to gather comprehensive data.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare team, patients, and families, ensuring plans were tailored to meet specific needs and goals.
- Care Planning: Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, patients, and their families. Ensure that these plans are tailored to meet the specific needs and goals of each patient.
- Utilized effective communication techniques to build rapport with patients, engaging in active listening, empathy, and validation to foster trusting therapeutic relationships.
Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery
1 Year 10 Months- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Clinic Coordinator, Surgical Subspecialty
4 Months- Clinical Coordination & Case Management: Oversee patient care planning, scheduling, admissions, and discharges for subspecialty services.
- Resource Management: Manage staffing plans, shift scheduling, and resource allocation to meet subspecialty unit needs.
- Policy & Standards Development: Developed and maintained clinical policies, protocols, and procedures ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Staff Support & Training: Led clinical staff training programs and performance evaluations, providing coaching and resources to enhance team competencies.
- Patient Safety & Quality: Promoted safe and compliant work environment by participating in initiatives aimed at continuous performance improvement.
- Staff Support & Training: Provide leadership, coaching, and resources to clinical staff; coordinate training programs and performance evaluations.
- Policy & Standards Development: Develop, implement, and maintain clinical policies, protocols, and procedures aligned with regulatory and quality standards.
Patient Care Coordinator, Labor & Delivery
1 Year 2 Months- Coordinate daily operations of the Labor and Delivery unit to ensure safe, efficient patient care.
- Serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
- Developed and implemented staff education and mentoring programs to enhance onboarding for new nurses.
- Support staff education, mentoring, and onboarding of new nurses.
- Promote evidence-based nursing practice and regulatory compliance.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives that enhanced maternal and neonatal outcomes.
- Cultivated a collaborative culture prioritizing patient safety and compassionate care.
Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery
2 Years 1 Month- Managed high-risk obstetric patients using critical thinking and rapid clinical decision-making.
- Managed high-risk obstetric patients, ensuring timely interventions through critical thinking and rapid clinical decision-making.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team, enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and coordinated care.
- Educated patients and families on labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, and newborn care, fostering informed decision-making and preparedness.
- Educated patients and families regarding labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, and newborn care.
Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Care/Dual Diagnosis
6 Months- Provided compassionate nursing care to enhance well-being of patients with psychiatric and dual-diagnosis conditions.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and administered medications, ensuring effective crisis intervention.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care strategies.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes in condition and responding promptly to emergencies.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
2 Years 6 Months- Managed complex medical-surgical patients, ensuring personalized care for diverse diagnoses.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care to enhance patient outcomes while upholding quality and safety standards.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Assisted Living
7 Months- Managed resident care planning, medication administration, and clinical assessments to ensure comprehensive care.
- Coordinated with families and healthcare providers to enhance resident health outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options.
Registered Nurse (Per Diem)
7 Months- Delivered skilled nursing care to enhance patient recovery in rehabilitation and long-term care settings.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and administered medications, wound care, and patient education to support optimal health outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team promptly.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
11 Months- Provided holistic nursing care for adult medical-surgical patients, addressing individual needs and promoting recovery.
- Coordinated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through integrated care strategies.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs in high-acuity medical-surgical unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting health literacy and adherence.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Prerequisite Coursework - Nursing
Skills
High-risk care
Delivery leadership
Maternal care
Emergency response
Patient Assessment
Care coordination
Quality improvement
Evidence-Based Practice
Policy compliance
Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Staff mentorship
Team Leadership
Physician Collaboration
Patient Advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Tennessee
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine & Critical Care in Obstetrics Conference Participant
Timeline
Charge Nurse, Acute Psychosis
Crestwyn Behavioral Health
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery
Cross Country Nursing
03.2024 - 01.2026Read More
Clinic Coordinator, Surgical Subspecialty
Regional One Health
11.2023 - 03.2024Read More
Patient Care Coordinator, Labor & Delivery
Regional One Health
11.2021 - 01.2023Read More
Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery
Regional One Health
10.2019 - 11.2021Read More
Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Care/Dual Diagnosis
Delta Medical Center
04.2019 - 10.2019Read More
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Francis Hospital
07.2016 - 01.2019Read More
Registered Nurse, Assisted Living
Memphis Jewish Home
12.2015 - 07.2016Read More
Registered Nurse (Per Diem)
Harbor View Nursing & Rehabilitation
05.2015 - 12.2015Read More
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Baptist Memorial Hospital
01.2015 - 12.2015Read More
Baptist College of Health Sciences
Prerequisite Coursework from Nursing
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Concorde Career College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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