Taylor Swindling
Wahiawa,HI
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented registered nurse (RN) with over 1+ years of experience in delivering high quality care in Med-Surg, specializing in bariatric and spinal post-operative care. Recently, transitioned to a school-based setting, providing essential nursing support to medically fragile children. Dedicated to culturally responsive, patient-centered nursing and committed to advancing community health in Hawai’i.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse/School Nurse
RCM Healthcare Services
Kapolei, Hawaii
08.2025 - Current
- [FT: 30 HR/WK]
- Provided daily nursing care for school-aged children with diverse medical needs, including seizure disorders, asthma, Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, and students requiring G-tube hydration and flushes.
- Performed routine assessments, such as vital signs, and continuous monitoring for changes in condition, escalating care when needed.
- Delivered individualized care plans in a school-based setting, including Fully Self-Contained (FSC) Special Education classrooms and Medically Fragile rooms, ensuring safety, comfort, and effective communication using appropriate strategies.
- Managed medication administration, diabetic monitoring, and emergency responses for acute symptoms, or behavioral escalations.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to support continuity of care, and maintain a safe learning environment.
Registered Nurse- Medical-Surgical
CommonSpirit-Penrose Hospital
Colorado Springs, Colorado
10.2023 - 11.2024
- [FT:36-40 HR/WK]
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for post-operative bariatric and spinal/cervical surgery patients, performing routine and specialized assessments.
- Administered medications (oral, IM, subcutaneous, IV), IV fluids, oxygen therapy, and blood transfusions.
- Monitored vital signs, neurological status, and patient condition; escalated care as needed.
- Conducted wound care, drain management, and urinary catheter care; educated patients and caregivers on self-care and discharge planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Ensured compliance with infection prevention protocols, serving as unit CLABSI auditor, and responded promptly to patient emergencies.
- Six-time Daisy Award Nominee
- Thankful Thursday Winner (Overall Hospital Recipient)
New Graduate Registered Nurse Residency - Medical-Surgical
CommonSpirit-Penrose Hospital
Colorado Springs, Colorado
10.2023 - 10.2024
- [FT:36-40 HR/WK]
- Participated in structured clinical training across multiple medical-surgical units prior to permanent placement.
- Administered medications, treatments, and interventions under supervision, gaining foundational experience.
- Completed online LEARNs courses and engaged in mentorship with preceptors to reinforce clinical judgment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Science in Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Odessa, TX12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Science in Human Sciences
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX08.2021
Skills
- Therapeutic communication
- Bariatric and spinal post-operative care
- EHR proficiency: Cerner and Epic trained
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Medication administration and pain management
- IV insertions: AccuVein AV500 trained, Alaris pump trained
- Patient and family education
- Wound care and drain management
- PICC line dressing changes with assessment
- Implementing spinal precautions
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Hawai'i BON
- Registered Nurse (RN), Texas BON Nurse Licensure Compact
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified American Heart Association
- EHR Proficiency: Cerner & Epic trained
- IV insertions: AccuVein AV500 trained
- Alaris pump trained
- CNA Certified
- Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (C.A.L.M.) Zero Suicide Institute
- TEAMSTEPPS training
- NEPQR: Behavioral Health Integration
- Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) in the context of COVID-19
- Emergency Preparedness in Communities (EPIC) training
Affiliations
- National Student Nurses' Association, Inc., Odessa, TX
- Texas Nursing Student Association (TNSA) Odessa, TX
- Miller Girls Service Organization, Lubbock, TX
- Texas Tech University Honors College & Lawless House, Lubbock, TX
- Pre-Nursing Association at Texas Tech, Lubbock, TX
- National Speakers Association Youth Leadership Program, Leader 2017-2019
Community Service
- Metrocrest Social Services, Farmers Branch, TX, Interacted with clients. Collected donations for food bank, thrift store, school and holidays
- Texas Tech University Parents Association, Served at TTU Family Weekend, recruitment & family events. National scholarship recipient.
- Placed flags for 9/11 tribute. Assisted with can food drives and Snacks for kids. Wrote cards for elderly and children cancer patients. Worked for Highway clean up and in community gardens.
Timeline
Registered Nurse/School Nurse
RCM Healthcare Services
08.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse- Medical-Surgical
CommonSpirit-Penrose Hospital
10.2023 - 11.2024
New Graduate Registered Nurse Residency - Medical-Surgical
CommonSpirit-Penrose Hospital
10.2023 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Science in Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Bachelor of Science - Science in Human Sciences
Texas Tech University