Payton Wilkerson
Meridian,MS
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 2 plus years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with medical surgical and orthopedic specialty.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center
04.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Patient Care Technician
Anderson Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - 04.2021
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
Nurse Intern
Anderson Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - 05.2020
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS05-2020
Skills
- Decision-making
- Care coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Team leadership
- Critical thinking
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound care
- Staff supervision
- Direct patient care
- Pre and post operative care
- Adaptability
- Time management
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center
04.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Anderson Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - 04.2021
Nurse Intern
Anderson Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Meridian Community College
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