Nickey Cox
Milton,FL
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with expertise in clinical assessments, care coordination, and remote triage. Proven track record in enhancing patient care through effective quality improvement strategies. Skilled in overcoming barriers to care and facilitating communication among multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless continuity of care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
ER RN/ Remote Tele Triage Nurse
HCA, Parallon
08.2023 - Current
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient outcomes.
- Managed triage processes to prioritize patient needs according to severity in a remote and in-person environment.
- Streamlined documentation procedures, increasing accuracy and timeliness of medical records.
- Coordinated care with physicians and clinical staff to facilitate treatment interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in the electronic medical records system. to ensure compliance.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery strategies.
Perioperative RN
Sacred Heart Hospital
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and health management strategies, enhancing understanding and adherence to care.
- Conducted assessments to identify patient needs, coordinating appropriate interventions effectively.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and health management strategies, enhancing understanding and adherence to care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
PACU RN and ER RN
HCA Florida West Hospital
02.2018 - 10.2022
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, boosting patient satisfaction scores and streamlining processes.
- Coordinated follow-up appointments with primary care providers to enhance patient care continuity.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date documentation in electronic health record system to ensure compliance and effective communication.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations, safeguarding patient data and preventing information breaches.
- Utilized computerized resource and patient management systems for efficient operations.
- Referred patients to specialized resources and community agencies for comprehensive support.
PACU RN
Sacred Heart Hospital
04.2014 - 02.2018
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and care interventions.
- Utilized evidence-based nursing practices while delivering direct patient care.
- Developed individualized discharge instructions tailored to each patient's diagnosis.
- Employed clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and implement effective interventions.
- Achieved departmental objectives by instituting new processes for in-patient care.
- Served as liaison between physicians and patients' families, ensuring clear communication on treatment options.
ER RN
Saint Elizabeth Hospital
10.2011 - 03.2014
- Implemented patient care protocols to enhance treatment accuracy and consistency across diverse cases.
- Monitored compliance with hospital policies on safety standards, infection control protocols, and medication administration practices to uphold patient safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality care.
ICU RN
Harrison Memorial Hospital
05.2008 - 10.2011
- Provided direct patient care in the ICU setting, including assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to develop and implement personalized care plans, improving patient health and recovery.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all assessments, interventions and patient progress in electronic medical records system.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices, enhancing team capability to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support for families dealing with difficult diagnoses or life-threatening illnesses.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds involving physicians, nurses, social workers and other healthcare professionals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American Sentinel University
Waterbury, Connecticut04-2021
Associates of Arts - Nursing
Midway University
Midway, Kentucky05-2008
High School Diploma -
Harrison County High School
Cynthiana, KY05-1998
Skills
- Critical thinking & Analysis
- Remote triage
- Care coordination
- Evidence-based evaluation
- Risk management
- Compliance monitoring
- Virtual Care & Technology
- Health information management
- EHR software such as Meditech and EPIC
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient Advocacy & Education
Certification
- Registered Nurse-Compact License
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
Timeline
ER RN/ Remote Tele Triage Nurse
HCA, Parallon
08.2023 - Current
Perioperative RN
Sacred Heart Hospital
10.2022 - 08.2023
PACU RN and ER RN
HCA Florida West Hospital
02.2018 - 10.2022
PACU RN
Sacred Heart Hospital
04.2014 - 02.2018
ER RN
Saint Elizabeth Hospital
10.2011 - 03.2014
ICU RN
Harrison Memorial Hospital
05.2008 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American Sentinel University
Associates of Arts - Nursing
Midway University
High School Diploma -
Harrison County High School