Sierra Davis
Long Beach,MS
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with greater than 5 years' experience in a long term acute care hospital caring for recovering critically ill patients often dependent on ventilator support and critical drips for sustainment of life. Often challenged with working under stressful circumstances with an acuity of 4-5:1 patient to nurse ratio. Mastered proficiency in remaining calm under pressure and skillfully handling difficult patients and high-stress situations. Remaining focused, detail oriented and multitasking under pressure to rise to the challenge. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Critical Care Recovery(LTAC)
Select Specialty Hospital LTAC
07.2019 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments on 4-5 patients per shift to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action in critical situation and scenarios (ACLS certified and often assisted in resuscitation efforts, stabilization and patient management following code).
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Promoted culture of safety within healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Assisted in supervising 36 bed hospital, overseeing and educating 15-18 staff members per shift on as needed basis.
Teacher Assistant/Caregiver Attendant
South Mississippi Regional Center
09.2011 - 10.2014
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and treatment team to help students reach learning objectives through individualized patient specific care plans for 12-24 clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and expectations in class setting.
- Increased independence and social encounters and expectations with workshops, outings and planned field trips.
- Assisted daily with ADLs in their home setting, getting dressed and groomed, eating meals and transporting to and from class activities daily.
- Volunteered for after work extracurricular activities such as "buddy ball" and "Special Olympics"
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Biloxi05.2019
Associate of Arts - Education
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS12.2012
High School Diploma -
Long Beach Senior High School
Long Beach, MS05.2008
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting using EPIC
- Wound Care
- Telemetry monitoring and interpretation
- Tracheostomy Care and Ventilator management
- Management of critically ill patients dependent on critical drips
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Management and care of Enteral feedings and peg tubes
- Management of colostomy, ileostomy, JP drains, FMS, Foley catheters
- Care of patients with complex comorbidities including pulmonary hypertension, COPD, HTN, AFIB, HF, DM, Cancer, Respiratory failure etc
- Providing compassionate care and advocating for patients to medical providers Using therapeutic communication skills with patients and families during difficult times to harbor better sense of acceptance and understanding of their medical diagnosis
Certification
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- AHA/BLS- American Heart Association Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Critical Care Recovery(LTAC)
Select Specialty Hospital LTAC
07.2019 - Current
Teacher Assistant/Caregiver Attendant
South Mississippi Regional Center
09.2011 - 10.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Associate of Arts - Education
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
High School Diploma -
Long Beach Senior High School
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