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Education
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Sandra Taylor

Wesley Chapel

Summary

Compassionate registered nurse. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Coordinator RN

AdventHealth
Zephyrhills
09.2014 - Current
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
  • Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
  • Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
  • Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
  • Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
  • Complied with OSHA programs, maintaining safe and clean working environment.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
  • Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.

Head Nurse

Baptist Memorial Hospital
Southaven
07.2009 - 08.2014
  • Collaborated with physicians to provide comprehensive patient-centered care while maintaining a safe environment for all patients and staff.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Assisted with payroll processing activities including running payroll reports and entering employee timecards into the system.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism.
  • Responded to customer queries and complaints to promote overall satisfaction.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, patients and families regarding treatments plans or medical information.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Initiated emergency procedures whenever necessary based on hospital protocol guidelines.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.

RN

Baptist Memorial Hospital
Oxford
07.2009 - 11.2009
  • Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
  • Performed comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with a wide range of acute conditions in a high-volume emergency department.
  • Administered emergency medical treatments to stabilize patients in life-threatening situations.
  • Instructed families on post-discharge home care needs, medications, diet restrictions.
  • Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.

RN

University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
Jackson
03.2002 - 04.2009
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Monitored progress of recovery from traumatic events using laboratory tests or imaging studies.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Provided emotional support to family members of trauma patients.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and preferences.
  • Identified risk factors that could lead to further injuries or illness in trauma patients.

RN

Rush Hospital
Meridian
07.2001 - 02.2002
  • Educated patients and families about OB and GYN procedures, labor and delivery processes, nutrition, breastfeeding, infant care and other topics related to maternal health.
  • Provided pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care for OB patients.
  • Conducted initial assessments of laboring patients, determining stage and progression of labor.
  • Assisted with cesarean section deliveries when necessary.
  • Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, identifying any abnormalities.

RN

Baptist Memorial Hospital
New Albany
05.1993 - 05.2001
  • Educated patients and families about OB and GYN procedures, labor and delivery processes, nutrition, breastfeeding, infant care and other topics related to maternal health.
  • Ensured compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Participated in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in maternal and newborn care.
  • Oversaw labor by coaching women, assisting with complications and administering medications during birth.
  • Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families throughout the childbirth process.

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS
05-1993

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Care coordination
  • Quality improvement
  • Patient advocacy
  • Emergency response
  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Staff supervision
  • Patient education
  • Discharge planning
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Organization and time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer service
  • Supervision and leadership

Certification

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • COMPACT STATE RN LICENSE

Accomplishments

DAISY AWARD NOMINEE

Affiliations

  • Chair Unit Based Council
  • Representative Nurse Practice Council

Timeline

Clinical Coordinator RN

AdventHealth
09.2014 - Current

Head Nurse

Baptist Memorial Hospital
07.2009 - 08.2014

RN

Baptist Memorial Hospital
07.2009 - 11.2009

RN

University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
03.2002 - 04.2009

RN

Rush Hospital
07.2001 - 02.2002

RN

Baptist Memorial Hospital
05.1993 - 05.2001

Associate of Applied Science -

Itawamba Community College

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