Priscilla Walker
El Paso,TX
Summary
Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
El Paso Psychiatric Center
El Paso, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Provided direct care to psychiatric patients in an acute inpatient setting.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment plans accordingly.
- Administered medication, monitored effectiveness, and adjusted dosages as needed.
- Initiated crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, treatments, medications, and any changes in condition.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies such as stress management techniques and lifestyle modifications.
- Provided emotional support to patients who were struggling with personal issues or traumatic events.
Charge Nurse
Franklin Heights Nursing And Rehab
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility, or self-care.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration
Barber
Magic Barber Salon
01.2011 - 01.2023
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
- Answered incoming telephone calls and scheduled appointments for clients.
- Styled hair according to customer preferences.
- Managed business customer service, responding to requests and concerns promptly.
- Consistently received positive performance reviews from guests.
- Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
- Managed complex appointment schedule for high-volume client base.
- Kept shop neat, professional and welcoming to guests of different backgrounds.
- Operated clippers and shears to create customized looks.
- Maintained regular client list and successfully handled walk-in customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Technical College
El Paso, TX12.2022
Skills
- Care and Discharge Planning
- Nursing Assignments
- Patient Admitting
- Medication Administration
- Delegation and Motivation
- Patient Care
- CNA Supervision
- Routine Examinations
- Medication Distribution
- Goal-Driven
- Staff Scheduling
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Accurate Documentation
- Personal Integrity
- Patient Advocacy
- Care Plan Implementation
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Unit Administration
- Policy and Procedure Compliance
- Medical Chart Management
Additional Information
BLS (CPR and AED)
Issued 3/11/23
Exp. 03/25
TX License: 1102502
Timeline
Nurse
El Paso Psychiatric Center
07.2023 - Current
Charge Nurse
Franklin Heights Nursing And Rehab
01.2023 - 05.2023
Barber
Magic Barber Salon
01.2011 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Technical College
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