Ronnie Hopson
Porterville,MS
Summary
Passionate and results-driven, Clinical Educator and Registered Nurse specializing in acute and critical care, offering a 6-year background to nursing units, undergraduate, and graduate educational programs. Expert in all aspects of nursing with proven success in developing strong nurse leaders focused on improving patient care and delivery models. Proven knowledge and excellence of professional nursing standards, concepts, policies, and practices. Patient, understanding, and supportive.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Clinical Education Specialist
Greater Meridian Health Clinic
02.2023 - Current
- Enhanced clinical education by developing adaptive learning modules and interactive content for healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design comprehensive curriculum for various clinical specialties.
- Assisted in curriculum development to ensure alignment with accreditation standards and best practices in nursing education.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate and graduate students on pharmacology and pathophysiology.
- Provide clinical instruction to 10 nursing students in clinical settings on undergraduate and graduate topics.
Critical Care Float Nurse
Regency Hospital
08.2020 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality critical care and monitoring vital signs during emergencies.
- Supported optimal pain management for critically ill patients through careful assessment, administration of medications, and non-pharmacological approaches when appropriate.
- Improved nursing competency through creation and delivery of targeted training sessions and workshops.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing and implementing evidence-based educational programs for clinical staff by 15%.
- Reduced patient complications through diligent monitoring and swift interventions during critical situations.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Nursing Agency
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices, leading to increased efficiency and effectiveness in Intensive Care Units.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in various COVID-19 ICU settings.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced clinical skills such as ventilator management and hemodynamic monitoring for critically ill patients.
- Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration, working closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
- Assisted with bedside procedures such as central line placements, arterial lines insertions, endotracheal intubations ensuring proper sterile technique and efficient teamwork.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Rush Health Systems
11.2019 - 08.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Contributed to development of quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety measures within ICU setting to improve outcomes by 10%.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Anderson Medical Center
02.2019 - 11.2019
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate, individualized nursing care and effective communication with patients and families.
- Strengthened patient safety measures by regularly assessing vital signs, monitoring telemetry data, and responding promptly to any changes in condition reducing mortality by 5%.
- Managed complex medication regimens for cardiac patients, ensuring proper dosing, timely administration, and monitoring for potential drug interactions or side effects.
- Provided expert clinical support during complex cardiac procedures such as angioplasty, bypass surgery, and heart transplants.
- Demonstrated excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills in high-pressure situations, ensuring rapid response during emergencies.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, Mississippi07.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, Mississippi12.2018
Skills
- Continuing Education
- Performance Improvement
- Teaching Strategies
- Clinical Expertise
- Nursing Protocol Development
- Critical Thinking
- Curriculum Design
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Clinical Judgment
- Clinical Research
- Evidence-Based Practices
- Diversity and Inclusion
Timeline
Clinical Education Specialist
Greater Meridian Health Clinic
02.2023 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Nursing Agency
09.2021 - 02.2023
Critical Care Float Nurse
Regency Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Rush Health Systems
11.2019 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Anderson Medical Center
02.2019 - 11.2019
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Professional Experience
Anderson Regional Medical Center, Meridian, MS, 09/2021-10/2021
Snapnurse Nursing Agency, ICU-CCU RN, COVID-19 ICU RN
University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS, 09/2021-10/2021
Snapnurse Nursing Agency, MICU RN, COVID-19 ICU RN, Level I Trauma
University of Birmingham Hospital, Birmingham, AL, 10/2021-11/2021
Maxim Healthcare Agency, PACU RN, Level I Trauma
- The Hospitals of Providence, East, El Paso, TX, 12/2021-01/2022
Maxim Healthcare Agency, SICU, MICU RN
- Ochsner Medical Center, New Orleans, LA, 02/2022-04/2022
Snapnurse Nursing Agency, SICU-CVICU, RN
- North Mississippi Medical Center, Tupelo, MS, 08/2023-11/2023
GQR Nursing Agency, MICU, RN, Level II Trauma
References
Upon Request
Licenses
- Mississippi Licensure, Registered Nurse, Compact
- Minnesota Licensure, Registered Nurse
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