Nigel Saunders
Summary
U.S. Army Veteran healthcare professional with extensive experience in high-stress emergency settings. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care while maintaining composure during medical crises. Highly reliable team member with adaptability to changing situations and commitment to collaborative success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Novant Presbyterian Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse II
Atrium Health Carolina Rehabilitation
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Performed physical evaluations consisting of a full set of vital signs, including height, weight, blood pressure readings, while assessing drug interactions prior medication administration
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and illness prevention, disease process, diagnostic procedures and adverse reactions
- Provided leadership and supervise nursing assistants and other staff
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Senior Federal Learning Specialist
Oracle Cerner
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Company Overview: Remote/Travel
- Delivered educational materials in person/virtually, provide additional training and routine support
- Solicited Feedback from clients to share with leadership to improve effectiveness
- Provided one-on-one support end user support
- Remote/Travel
Back-End Department Supervisor
Lowe's Home Improvement
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Lead a team of 10+ customer service/sales associates to ensure a superior customer experience
- Delegated daily tasks and manage and follow up on performance
- Maintained stock of items, cleanliness, organization, and provided excellent customer service.
- Trained new employees on overall company and department-specific policies and procedures.
Healthcare Specialist/Combat Medic
US Army
06.2011 - 02.2014
- Advised patients concerning diets, medications, and disease prevention methods
- Provided medical coverage and treatment for a company of 175 Infantryman
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry policies and mandates.
- Provided both emergency and standard medical care to military personnel by conducting verbal and physical exams and administering appropriate treatment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fayetteville State University
05-2020
Skills
- 10 Point Veteran Preference
- Instructor/Facilitator/Preceptor
- Team Member Management
- Excellent Communication
- Building Professional Rapport
- BLS/ACLS
- Small Group & Individual Training
- Self-Motivated & Disciplined
- Ability To Work in Fast Paced Environments
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments
Community Service
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Affiliations
- North Carolina Nurse's Association
Certification
- Licensed NC RN #363488 - 12/2023-01/2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Novant Presbyterian Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse II
Atrium Health Carolina Rehabilitation
01.2023 - 03.2025
Senior Federal Learning Specialist
Oracle Cerner
01.2023 - 06.2023
Back-End Department Supervisor
Lowe's Home Improvement
06.2021 - 10.2022
Healthcare Specialist/Combat Medic
US Army
06.2011 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fayetteville State University
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