Tayla Napoleon
Houston
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in telemetry, medical-surgical care, correctional health, COVID response, and enhanced nurse care management. Seeking a position where I can leverage my advanced clinical assessment skills and commitment to patient-centered care to support high-quality outcomes and contribute to an exceptional healthcare team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Abstractor
Flexstaff
Westbury
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Abstracted and validated clinical data from legacy systems into EPIC, ensuring accuracy of patient histories, medications, allergies, and problem lists.
- Collaborated with clinical and IT teams to resolve data discrepancies and support smooth EHR transitions.
- Maintained strict HIPAA compliance while managing high volumes of sensitive patient information.
Supervisor of Nursing Operations
Upward Health
06.2024 - 11.2025
- Oversaw daily operations of multidisciplinary nursing team, ensuring high-quality patient care delivery.
- Reviewed clinical documentation and care plans for accuracy and compliance with standards.
- Monitored performance metrics, implementing workflow improvements to enhance productivity.
- Served as primary escalation point for clinical inquiries and patient concerns.
- Coordinated communication among providers, specialists, and leadership to bridge care gaps.
- Supported onboarding and training of new nurses, enhancing documentation proficiency.
- Promoted patient-centered care through comprehensive follow-up addressing social needs.
- Utilized technology applications including Teams, Microsoft, Athena, Salesforce, and 8x8.
School Nurse
Thrive Academy
Baton Rouge
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Performed daily triage, assessment, and care for MS/HS students, addressing illnesses, injuries, chronic conditions, and behavioral health concerns.
- Managed IHPs and EAPs for diabetes, asthma, seizures, and allergies; administered scheduled and PRN medications with accurate MAR documentation.
- Assisted with vision, hearing, and screenings, and ensured student immunization compliance per state guidelines.
- Responded to medical emergencies and collaborated with teachers, counselors, and administrators to support student health and safety.
- Documented all student encounters and health data accurately using the August charting system and communicated with parents regarding health needs and follow-up care.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
University Medical Center
New Orleans
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Level I Trauma Facility
- Internal Contract position
- Delivered high-acuity nursing care to cardiac and pulmonary patients, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Monitored telemetry rhythms, identifying abnormalities for timely interventions or escalations.
- Administered medications, including cardiac drips and respiratory therapies, with precision.
- Collaborated with cardiology, pulmonology, respiratory therapy, and trauma teams for coordinated care.
- Managed rapid patient condition changes, responding effectively to emergencies and codes.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes and discharge planning.
- Ensured accurate Epic documentation and adherence to evidence-based protocols.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Queens
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Contract position with Flexstaff
- Delivered high-acuity nursing care to cardiac and pulmonary patients, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Monitored telemetry rhythms, identifying abnormalities for timely interventions or escalations.
- Administered medications, including cardiac drips and respiratory therapies, with precision.
- Collaborated with cardiology, pulmonology, respiratory therapy, and trauma teams for coordinated care.
- Managed rapid patient condition changes, responding effectively to emergencies and codes.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes and discharge planning.
- Ensured accurate Sunrise documentation and adherence to evidence-based protocols.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Roger Wiliams Medical Center
Providence
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Contract position with Genie Healthcare
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to a diverse adult patient population with varied medical and postoperative needs across multiple specialties.
- Performed thorough assessments, medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, and management of drains, lines, and catheters.
- Monitored patient progress, identified changes in condition, and initiated appropriate interventions or escalations.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care with providers, therapists, case management, and ancillary staff to support safe discharge planning.
- Delivered patient and family education on diagnoses, medications, postoperative care, and self-management strategies.
- Maintained accurate, timely documentation in Epic and ensured compliance with hospital policies, safety procedures, and evidence-based standards.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, workflows, and patient populations while consistently providing high-quality care.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Plainview Hospital
Plainview
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Contract position with Flexstaff
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to a diverse adult patient population with varied medical and postoperative needs across multiple specialties.
- Performed thorough assessments, medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, and management of drains, lines, and catheters.
- Monitored patient progress, identified changes in condition, and initiated appropriate interventions or escalations.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care with providers, therapists, case management, and ancillary staff to support safe discharge planning.
- Delivered patient and family education on diagnoses, medications, postoperative care, and self-management strategies.
- Maintained accurate, timely documentation in Epic and ensured compliance with hospital policies, safety procedures, and evidence-based standards.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, workflows, and patient populations while consistently providing high-quality care.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Martin Luther King Community Hospital
Los Angeles
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Contract position with Prolink
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to a diverse adult patient population with varied medical and postoperative needs across multiple specialties.
- Performed thorough assessments, medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, and management of drains, lines, and catheters.
- Monitored patient progress, identified changes in condition, and initiated appropriate interventions or escalations.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care with providers, therapists, case management, and ancillary staff to support safe discharge planning.
- Delivered patient and family education on diagnoses, medications, postoperative care, and self-management strategies.
- Maintained accurate, timely documentation in Epic and ensured compliance with hospital policies, safety procedures, and evidence-based standards.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, workflows, and patient populations while consistently providing high-quality care.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Doctor’s Hospital of Manteca
Manteca
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Contract position with Prolink
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to a diverse adult patient population with varied medical and postoperative needs across multiple specialties.
- Performed thorough assessments, medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, and management of drains, lines, and catheters.
- Monitored patient progress, identified changes in condition, and initiated appropriate interventions or escalations.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care with providers, therapists, case management, and ancillary staff to support safe discharge planning.
- Delivered patient and family education on diagnoses, medications, postoperative care, and self-management strategies.
- Maintained accurate, timely documentation in Epic and ensured compliance with hospital policies, safety procedures, and evidence-based standards.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, workflows, and patient populations while consistently providing high-quality care.
Correctional Registered Nurse
TMB-TDCJ Correctional Hospital
Galveston
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Contract position with Maxim Healthcare
- Delivered telemetry monitoring and acute nursing care to incarcerated patients with complex cardiac and medical conditions, including arrhythmias, CHF, COPD, diabetes, and post-procedural needs.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, interpreted telemetry strips, and responded promptly to changes in cardiac rhythm or patient status.
- Administered medications, managed IV infusions, performed wound care, and provided respiratory support per clinical protocols.
- Ensured strict adherence to safety and security procedures while maintaining therapeutic communication and professionalism with the incarcerated population.
- Collaborated with correctional officers, medical providers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate timely interventions and continuity of care.
- Responded to medical emergencies, including chest pain, respiratory distress, and rapid deterioration, initiating life-saving measures as needed.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management, medications, lifestyle modifications, and follow-up care within the constraints of the correctional environment.
- Maintained accurate and confidential documentation in Epic system while complying with correctional health regulations and evidence-based standards.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
Stockbridge
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Contract with Stability Healthcare
- Provided acute cardiac and respiratory care to COVID-19 patients, monitoring telemetry rhythms, oxygen levels, and overall stability.
- Managed high-flow oxygen therapy, administered COVID-specific medications, and responded rapidly to clinical deterioration.
- Collaborated with providers and respiratory therapists to implement evolving treatment protocols.
- Educated patients and families on disease progression, isolation precautions, and recovery expectations.
- Maintained strict infection control practices and accurate Epic documentation in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
Registered Nurse
Houston Northwest Medical Center
Houston
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Level II Trauma Facility
- Delivered high-acuity nursing care to cardiac and pulmonary patients, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Monitored telemetry rhythms, identifying abnormalities for timely interventions or escalations.
- Administered medications, including cardiac drips and respiratory therapies, with precision.
- Collaborated with cardiology, pulmonology, respiratory therapy, and trauma teams for coordinated care.
- Managed rapid patient condition changes, responding effectively to emergencies and codes.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes and discharge planning.
- Ensured accurate Sunrise documentation and adherence to evidence-based protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University Health New Orleans School of Nursing
New Orleans, LA05.2019
Skills
- Telemetry monitoring
- Medication administration
- IV Lines
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Discharge planning
- Care planning
- Patient care
- EKG interpretation
- Patient care coordination
- Quality assurance
- EMR systems: Epic, Cerner, Sunrise, Practice Partners, Meditech
Certification
Texas RN License (Compact)
California RN License
Massachusetts RN License
Rhode Island RN License
Hawaii RN License
New York RN License
BLS
ACLS
NIHSS
California RN License
Massachusetts RN License
Rhode Island RN License
Hawaii RN License
New York RN License
BLS
ACLS
NIHSS
References
- Karla Banks, Charge RN, Plainview Hospital, 225-620-5546
- Ma’Nessah Frilot, Charge RN, Houston Northwest Medical Center, 512-468-9957
- Shawna Anderson, Charge RN, Piedmont Henry Hospital, 678-953-0079
- Leila Butler, Supervisor of Nursing Operations, Upward Health, 225-454-5786
Volunteer Experience
- NOWS Outreach Program
- LGBT + Allies Organization for Cultural Understanding in the Health Sciences (LOCUS)
- Make-A-Wish Foundation
- Alzheimer’s Association
- March of Dimes
Achievements Honors Awards
- Dean’s List, 2013-2015, Fall 2018, 2019
- Black Caucus Honors Award, 04/01/14, 03/01/15, 04/01/16
- Ochsner Honors Nurse Tech Program, 07/31/18
Timeline
Nurse Abstractor
Flexstaff
10.2025 - 12.2025
Supervisor of Nursing Operations
Upward Health
06.2024 - 11.2025
Telemetry Registered Nurse
University Medical Center
12.2023 - 08.2024
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
08.2023 - 10.2023
School Nurse
Thrive Academy
08.2023 - 12.2024
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Roger Wiliams Medical Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Plainview Hospital
10.2022 - 04.2023
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Martin Luther King Community Hospital
02.2022 - 04.2022
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Doctor’s Hospital of Manteca
10.2021 - 11.2021
Correctional Registered Nurse
TMB-TDCJ Correctional Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2021
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse
Houston Northwest Medical Center
08.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University Health New Orleans School of Nursing