NILE JAMES
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
- Provide care for critically ill patients with stroke, traumatic brain injury, seizures, and post-neurosurgical complications. Perform frequent neurological assessments and monitor for subtle changes in mental status requiring rapid escalation of care. Care for patients experiencing delirium, agitation, substance withdrawal, and behavioral disturbances using therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques. Participate in suicide precautions, restraint protocols, and sitter coordination. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including psychiatry, neurology, and social work to support safe and effective care.
- Neuro Intensive Care Unit
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire
Houston, TX
03.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safe psychiatric care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and formulate appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
- Led initiatives to improve patient engagement in therapeutic activities and treatment adherence.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
HCA Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, TX
09.2024 - 03.2026
- Monitored vital signs and neurological status of critically ill patients in Neuro ICU.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapy per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, recovery processes, and discharge planning.
- Assisted in performing advanced neurological assessments using specialized equipment.
- Conducted neurological assessments at regular intervals, detecting subtle changes in clinical status that could signal worsening conditions or potential complications.
- Implemented evidence-based strategies to prevent pressure injuries in high-risk patients, reducing overall incidence rates on the unit.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically ill patients, ensuring optimal respiratory support while minimizing complications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, streamlining communication among healthcare professionals.
Nurse Intern
Hendrick Health Hospital
Abilene, TX
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted nursing staff in patient assessments and vital sign monitoring.
- Supported daily care routines, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Skills
- Therapeutic communication, crisis response, de-escalation, patient advocacy, team collaboration, documentation, time management, calm performance under pressure
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- ENLS certified
- ALS certified
- NIHSS certified
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Texas
- Advanced Life Support (ALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
- Emergency Neurological Life Support (ENLS) – December 2024
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Ultrasound Guided IV – November 2025
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire
03.2026 - Current
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
HCA Methodist Hospital
09.2024 - 03.2026
Nurse Intern
Hendrick Health Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Daisy Award winner 2026
Provided exceptional care to patient in critical condition, was awarded after patient was discharged from hospital, nominated by patient and hospital staff.