Sonti Banks
HCA Kingwood Medical Center
Conroe,TX
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Experienced with patient care, clinical support, and emergency response. Utilizes effective communication and critical thinking skills to manage patient needs and coordinate with healthcare teams. Track record of maintaining patient safety and delivering compassionate care in diverse medical settings.
Work History
Neonatal Transition Nurse
3 Years 6 Months- Conducted assessments of newborns to support safe transitions and promptly address any health concerns.
- Achieved successful transition outcomes by performing thorough head-to-toe assessments of newborns and mothers. Delivered effective medication administration and breastfeeding support. Promoted skin-to-skin contact and maintained continuous assessments during the two-hour transition period.
- Access and reassess the newborn(s) respiratory and airway support using neonatal resuscitation program guidelines, thermoregulation, and metabolic stability as appropriate
Mother-Baby Registered Nurse
3 Years 9 Months- Delivered high-quality nursing care to mothers and newborns, ensuring safety and comfort during postpartum recovery.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed the health status of patients, identifying potential complications promptly.
- Educated families on newborn care practices, fostering confidence in infant management at home.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
1 Year 1 Month- Assessed and triaged pediatric patients with acute and critical conditions in high-pressure emergency settings.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices in pediatric emergency care and trauma management.
Private Caregiver
2 Years 5 Months- Assisted C4 Paraplegic patient with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Administered medications as directed by physician orders.
- Facilitated progressive resistive exercise and reeducation of balance reactions to improve patient quality of life.
Biology Tutor and Success Coach
1 Year 10 Months- Developed customized lesson plans to enhance student understanding of complex biological concepts.
- Facilitated interactive sessions using diverse teaching methods to engage students effectively.
Employee Recognition Connection Specialist
2 Years 1 Month- Partnered with Human Resources personnel to create and implement employee recognition and initiative while promoting harmonious working climate to boost morale, productivity, and efficiency.
- Traveled out of state every 3 months to host employee recognition banquets to increase face-to-face interactions with virtual employees.
- Responsible for withholding the company credit card, paying company invoices, and filing important tax documents.
Education
AAS in Nursing
- Magna Cum Laude
- Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
- Elected Secretary of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
- Anticipated BSN graduation date: October 2026
- GPA: 3.841 GPA
Skills
Patient and family advocacy
Sound clinical judgment
Patient assessments
Crisis intervention
Medication Administration
Medical ethics & compliance
Certification
- BLS CPR
- SOAR to Health and Wellness, Human Trafficking
- Certified Nursing Assistant 2009-2015
Awards
President’s list 2019-2021, PAW Leadership Award, 08/2015, Drs. Charles Eric and Octavia Hall Scholarship for Nursing Recipient, Lynn Levin Cantini Nursing Scholarship Recipient, Sister Mary Agnes Brosnan Memorial Scholarship Recipient, Top Performing Agent on Site and Enterprise, consecutively 12/2015 and 01/2016, Top Sales Performer, consecutively 08 and 09/2014
Timeline
Neonatal Transition Nurse
HCA Kingwood Medical Center
01.2023 - CurrentRead More
Mother-Baby Registered Nurse
HCA Kingwood Medical Center
10.2022 - CurrentRead More
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
HCA Kingwood Medical Center
09.2021 - 10.2022Read More
Private Caregiver
Home Care for Larry Weber
07.2019 - 12.2021Read More
Biology Tutor and Success Coach
Galveston College
07.2019 - 05.2021Read More
Employee Recognition Connection Specialist
Full Creative
02.2017 - 03.2019Read More
Galveston College
AAS in Nursing
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