Paul Willis
Richmond,KY
Summary
Highly skilled career professional with over 25 years in the hospital setting, specializing in Emergency, ICU, Air Medical, and PACU.
Provide high-quality nursing care, including assessment, triage, and treatment, utilizing standards and guidelines; assess the nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize care for patients across the lifespan.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Baptist Health Lexington
Lexington, KY
02.2023 - 01.2026
- Monitored patient recovery post-anesthesia in a fast-paced surgical environment.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapies for patients in recovery.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure seamless patient transitions from surgery.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and discharge instructions.
Registered Nurse, PACU
St Joseph East
Lexington, KY
03.2020 - 03.2023
- Monitored patient recovery post-anesthesia in a fast-paced surgical environment.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapies for patients in recovery.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure seamless patient transitions from surgery.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and discharge instructions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St Joseph Berea
Berea, KY
2016 - 2020
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams during trauma resuscitations.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient's health status continuously.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions.
- Assisted with invasive procedures under physician supervision.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University of Kentucky Medical Center
Lexington, KY
2016 - 2019
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams during trauma resuscitations.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient's health status continuously.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions.
- Assisted with invasive procedures under physician supervision.
Flight Nurse
Air Methods
Lexington , KY
2007 - 2017
- Administered medications and treatments in critical care air transport environments.
- Collaborated with flight crew to ensure safe and efficient patient transport.
- Monitored patient vital signs during flights to ensure stability.
- Performed advanced life support procedures in emergency situations.
- Trained new staff on protocols and emergency response techniques.
- Conducted equipment checks to maintain readiness before each flight.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to patient care services offered in-flight.
- Managed emergency situations that may arise during flights such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University of Kentucky Medical Center
Lexington, KY
2006 - 2009
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams during trauma resuscitations.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient's health status continuously.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions.
- Assisted with invasive procedures under physician supervision.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Riverview Hospital
Noblesville, Indiana
2003 - 2006
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams during trauma resuscitations.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient's health status continuously.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions.
- Assisted with invasive procedures under physician supervision.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
University of Kentucky Medical Center
Lexington, Kentucky
2000 - 2003
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions in critical care environment.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management strategies.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, providing life-saving interventions as required.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY05-2000
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
- Vital signs assessment
- Care coordination
- Post-operative education
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Patient advocacy
- Patient assessment
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Baptist Health Lexington
02.2023 - 01.2026
Registered Nurse, PACU
St Joseph East
03.2020 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St Joseph Berea
2016 - 2020
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University of Kentucky Medical Center
2016 - 2019
Flight Nurse
Air Methods
2007 - 2017
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University of Kentucky Medical Center
2006 - 2009
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Riverview Hospital
2003 - 2006
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
University of Kentucky Medical Center
2000 - 2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Morehead State University