Paige Owings
Fair Grove,MO
Summary
Versatile professional with substantial experience in critical care nursing and outdoor adventure leadership. Demonstrates strong decision-making, adaptability, and effective communication in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Known for delivering exceptional care and service through a commitment to safety, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. Skilled in advanced life support, patient monitoring, emergency response, and guiding diverse groups through challenging situations with confidence and reliability.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Whitewater Raft Guide
Nantahala Outdoor Center
07.2023 - Current
- Led safe and engaging whitewater rafting trips for children and teens ages 8 to 18, adapting instruction and safety protocols to meet a wide range of comfort and skill levels.
- Fostered trust and teamwork among youth participants by creating a fun, encouraging environment that promoted confidence and cooperation on the river.
- Conducted pre-trip safety briefings, life jacket checks, and rescue drills, ensuring all guests—especially minors—understood and followed essential safety procedures.
- Responded calmly and effectively to dynamic water conditions and group needs, demonstrating strong leadership, risk assessment, and crisis prevention skills.
ICU/PACU Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2021 - 05.2025
- Completed 13 to 39-week assignments across diverse settings, including urban medical centers and community hospitals in MO, CO, NM, WV, and VA.
- Provided high-acuity care in ICU settings and monitored post-operative recovery for pediatric and adult patients, assessing vitals, managing pain, and intervening in emergent situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate discharge planning and patient education.
- Adapted quickly to new protocols and electronic medical record systems at each facility.
- Maintained an empathetic and calm demeanor with patients and families, skills easily transferable to a school environment.
NeuroTrauma ICU Nurse
Mercy Hospital
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Delivered comprehensive care to critically ill neuro and trauma patients, including adolescents with brain injuries, spinal trauma, and post-operative complications, ensuring developmentally appropriate support and communication.
- Performed complex neurological assessments, managed ventilators, and administered critical medications while monitoring for rapid changes in neurological status.
- Served as a preceptor to new graduate nurses, providing hands-on training, clinical guidance, and emotional support to help them transition confidently into high-acuity ICU roles.
- Promoted a culture of safety and professional growth by modeling evidence-based practice, critical thinking, and clear communication under pressure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05-2018
Skills
- Electronic health record management
- Group management
- Problem-solving
- Collaborative teamwork
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Preceptorship
- Quality improvement
- Policy adherence
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
Whitewater Raft Guide
Nantahala Outdoor Center
07.2023 - Current
ICU/PACU Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2021 - 05.2025
NeuroTrauma ICU Nurse
Mercy Hospital
07.2018 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Missouri State University