Taiwa Westbrooks
Paris,Texas
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse with expertise in Medication and IV administration, strong clinical judgment, and patient assessments. Committed to enhancing patient management and staff leadership.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Paris Regional Medical Center
Paris, TX
06.2016 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care strategies.
- Streamlined documentation processes to improve accuracy and efficiency in patient record-keeping.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
Registered Nurse
Dallas Regional Medical Center
Mesquite, TX
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in high-acuity settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
Registered Nurse
Paris Regional Medical Center
Paris, TX
06.2009 - 06.2015
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards and hospital policies.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, optimizing bed utilization and workflow efficiency.
- Managed staffing schedules, addressing shortages and ensuring adequate coverage for patient care.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary communication among healthcare teams to promote cohesive patient care strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Lamar High School
Paris, TX05-1975
Associate of Science - Nursing
Paris Junior College
Paris, TX05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Texas A&M University
Commerce, TX05-2003
Associate of Arts - Business
Paris Junior College
Paris, TX05-1978
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient management
- Professional bedside manner
- Nursing staff leadership
- Cardiac care
Certification
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Paris Regional Medical Center
06.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
Dallas Regional Medical Center
06.2015 - 06.2016
Registered Nurse
Paris Regional Medical Center
06.2009 - 06.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Paris Junior College
High School Diploma -
North Lamar High School
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Texas A&M University
Associate of Arts - Business
Paris Junior College