Talladaga Kirk
Buckhannon,WV
Summary
Medical professional with focus on delivering high-quality patient care in fast-paced environments. Recognized for ability to adapt to changing needs and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams. Strong critical thinking and patient management skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
St. Joseph's Hospital
Buckhannon, WV
12.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers effectively.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital policies and procedures efficiently.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Travel Registered Nurse
WVU Medicine
Morgantown, WV
01.2023 - 09.2025
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Contributed to higher standards of care within the facility by mentoring new nurses and sharing best practices from prior experiences in various clinical settings.
Travel Registered Nurse
Pluto Healthcare Staffing, LLC
Colombus, OH
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Enhanced patient care quality by meticulously following treatment plans tailored to individual health conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments with a high degree of accuracy, ensuring patient safety and adherence to healthcare protocols.
- Implemented patient care plans to achieve optimal health outcomes, demonstrating commitment to excellence in nursing practice.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in rapidly changing situations, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
ResCare Residential Services
Clarksburg, WV
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Implemented training programs to enhance team skills and improve patient outcomes.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Davis Medical Center
Elkins, WV
04.2019 - 06.2020
- Implemented evidence-based practices that improved patient care quality within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Davis And Elkins College
Elkins, WV12-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Davis And Elkins College
Elkins, WV05-2019
Skills
- Care coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Compassionate care
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Staff supervision
- Patient assessments
- Discharge planning
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NIHSS
Timeline
Charge Nurse
St. Joseph's Hospital
12.2025 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
WVU Medicine
01.2023 - 09.2025
Travel Registered Nurse
Pluto Healthcare Staffing, LLC
09.2020 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
ResCare Residential Services
06.2020 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Davis Medical Center
04.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Davis And Elkins College
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Davis And Elkins College