Tamika Higgins
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with a strong foundation in clinical knowledge, exceptional interpersonal skills, and technical abilities. Proficient in EMR charting, medication administration, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare services.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Methodist Charlton Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse
Crescent Regional Hospital
09.2023 - 02.2024
- I work in the emergency department
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
RN Staff Nurse
Parkland Health & Hospital System
06.2020 - 09.2023
- Work as a staff nurse in a PACU at a surgical center.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
Staff Nurse
Charlton Methodist Hospital
04.2017 - 06.2020
- Worked in the ICU and emergency department
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Staff Nurse
OU Medical Center Oklahoma City
05.2014 - 04.2017
- Worked in the ICU
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Staff Nurse
Texas Health Resources Arlington Memorial Hospital
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Work in an intensive care unit
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
UT Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2008
Associate's degree - Nursing
El Centro College
Dallas, TX05.2003
Skills
- ICU experience
- Hospital experience
- Acute care
- ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications
- Critical care experience
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient management
- Complex Problem-solving
Certification
- RN License
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- CPR Certification
- PALS Certification
- Compact State Nurse License
Miscellaneous
I have many more years of nursing experience I will explain in person.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Methodist Charlton Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Crescent Regional Hospital
09.2023 - 02.2024
RN Staff Nurse
Parkland Health & Hospital System
06.2020 - 09.2023
Staff Nurse
Charlton Methodist Hospital
04.2017 - 06.2020
Staff Nurse
Texas Health Resources Arlington Memorial Hospital
08.2016 - 04.2017
Staff Nurse
OU Medical Center Oklahoma City
05.2014 - 04.2017
Associate's degree - Nursing
El Centro College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
UT Arlington
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