Taylor Nelson
Durham,NC
Summary
Dedicated MSN-prepared Registered Nurse with over 12 years in clinical research support and patient care coordination. Expertise in patient recruitment, informed consent, clinical documentation, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to enhance quality initiatives and optimize clinical workflows across diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Programs Supervisor / Interim Director of Nursing / RN Nurse Supervisor
CROASDAILE VILLAGE
Durham, NC
01.2024 - Current
- Coordinated clinical operations, ensured documentation compliance, enhanced infection prevention efforts, and led quality initiatives within skilled nursing setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline workflow and enhance patient care delivery.
- Maintained accurate clinical records, tracked incident reporting, and ensured quality assurance documentation compliance.
Assistant Director of Nursing
THE FOREST AT DUKE
Durham, NC
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Coordinated clinical operations, documentation review, quality assurance, and compliance to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Facilitated MatrixCare 360 EMR implementation and conducted staff training to enhance user proficiency.
- Assisted in developing nursing policies and procedures for resident care.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate nursing coverage at all times.
- Facilitated training sessions for nursing staff on best practices and compliance.
Nurse Aide Instructor & Nurse Supervisor
WISDOM HEALTH ACADEMY & WISDOM SENIOR CARE
Durham, NC
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered classroom and clinical instruction to enhance Nurse Aide students' knowledge and skills.
- Managed training records and student evaluations to ensure compliance and support educational outcomes.
- Facilitated clinical partnerships and streamlined onboarding activities to improve student placement experiences.
Infection Prevention & Control Nurse
PETTIGREW REHABILITATION CENTER
Durham, NC
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Conducted infection surveillance and compliance monitoring, ensuring adherence to infection control standards.
- Collected infection control data and developed staff education initiatives to enhance understanding of infection prevention practices.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with therapists to develop personalized patient care plans.
Clinical Nurse Manager / RN Case Manager
AMEDISYS HOSPICE
Garner, NC
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Coordinated hospice patient care, enhancing collaboration among interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Maintained clinical documentation and conducted patient assessments to ensure compliance with quality reporting standards.
Clinic Nurse Manager & Operations Manager II
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE
Raleigh, NC
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Led telehealth implementation and COVID-19 vaccination coordination, increasing access to care during critical periods.
- Coordinated clinical operations and patient care workflows, enhancing patient experience across outpatient clinic sites.
- Collected and reported operational and quality data, contributing to compliance with CMS and HEDIS initiatives.
Nurse Care Coordinator Manager / Program Nurse Care Coordinator
LINCOLN COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Durham, NC
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Coordinated chronic disease management programs for diabetes and hypertension, improving patient adherence to treatment plans.
- Tracked patient outcomes using EPIC EMR and quality reporting dashboards to enhance program effectiveness.
- Conducted patient education and implemented quality improvement initiatives to elevate care standards.
Consultant Nurse, Medical Information
PPD INC.
Morrisville, NC
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Documented medical inquiries, adverse events, and product quality complaints to ensure compliance and improve product safety.
- Supported clinical trial communication and regulatory documentation to facilitate timely approvals and enhance study integrity.
- Assisted clients in managing complex health conditions and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on medical procedures and health management.
Research Assistant – Infectious Disease Study
DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
Durham, NC
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Coordinated patient recruitment, obtained informed consent, processed specimens, and collected research data.
- Coordinated data collection efforts among research team members.
- Managed research documentation and compiled statistical reports to support study findings.
- Assisted in preparing research materials for clinical studies and trials.
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing Administration -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
North Carolina Central University
Skills
- Clinical research coordination
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient recruitment
- Data quality improvement
- EMR/EHR systems management
- HIPAA compliance
- Infection control
- Staff management
- Workflow efficiency
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), North Carolina
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR)
- SPICE Certification, Infection Control & Epidemiology
Licenses
Multi-State RN License, North Carolina
Research And Quality Improvement
Quality Improvement Project, Implemented workflow improvements that reduced clinic patient processing times by approximately 55 minutes through evidence-based process changes.
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
THE FOREST AT DUKE
04.2024 - 08.2024
Clinical Programs Supervisor / Interim Director of Nursing / RN Nurse Supervisor
CROASDAILE VILLAGE
01.2024 - Current
Nurse Aide Instructor & Nurse Supervisor
WISDOM HEALTH ACADEMY & WISDOM SENIOR CARE
01.2023 - 01.2024
Infection Prevention & Control Nurse
PETTIGREW REHABILITATION CENTER
02.2022 - 11.2022
Clinical Nurse Manager / RN Case Manager
AMEDISYS HOSPICE
01.2021 - 01.2022
Clinic Nurse Manager & Operations Manager II
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE
01.2017 - 01.2021
Nurse Care Coordinator Manager / Program Nurse Care Coordinator
LINCOLN COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
01.2015 - 01.2017
Consultant Nurse, Medical Information
PPD INC.
01.2014 - 01.2015
Research Assistant – Infectious Disease Study
DUKE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
01.2012 - 01.2013
Master of Science in Nursing Administration -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
North Carolina Central University