Toiasia Bell
Leesville,LA
Summary
Well-trained Registered Nurse possessing the skills to deliver excellent care while staying calm in high-stress environments. Committed to utilizing learned nursing skills to maximize successful outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Flight Nurse
Air Evac Lifeteam
Natchitoches, LA
07.2022 - Current
- Performed wide range of specialized functions and complex assessments, diagnoses, therapies and emergency treatment of patients transported by rotor-wing and fixed-wing aircraft.
- Assessed for and detected changes in status of patients and demonstrated proactive approach to solving patient problems.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Provided on-site emergency treatment and responded appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Rapides Regional Hospital
Alexandria, Louisiana
11.2018 - Current
- Treated patients requiring stabilization and resuscitation for variety of illnesses and injuries.
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Assisted with conscious sedation procedures on pediatric, geriatric, and adolescents.
- Managed patients on ventilators and critical drips.
Trauma ICU Nurse
Rapides Regional Hospital
Alexandria, Louisiana
03.2019 - Current
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
Sioux Falls, SD
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Level 2 Trauma Center
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from neuro procedures.
- Managed patients with stroke, craniotomies, increased ICP, and post op aneurysm coil patients
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Christus St Michael Hospital (Contract Nursing)
Texarkana, TX
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Level 2 Trauma Center 357 beds
- Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
- Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mercy Hospital Springfield (Contract Nursing)
Springfield, MO
03.2021 - 06.2021
- 1 Trauma Center, Facility Bed Count: 741
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center North Shore (Contract)
Slidell, LA
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Level 2 Trauma Center, Facility Bed Count: 165
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Produced care plans in alignment with physical, psychosocial and learning needs of patients, achieving commendations for compassionate treatment.
- Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to 3 patients concurrently with focus on quality care.
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, reactions and progress in alignment with physician orders.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Ochsner Medical Center (Contract Nursing)
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Facility Bed Count: 152
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Byrd Regional Hospital
Leesville, LA
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Facility Bed Count: 60
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed multiple patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Education
High School Diploma -
City of Palms High School
Fort Myers, FL05.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Azure College At Sebring
Sebring, FL03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Illinois City, IL10.2018
Skills
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Emergency Situations
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Airway Management
- IV Administration
- Accurate Documentation
- Clear Patient Communication
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- EMR Systems
Awards
- Daisy Award Recipient
10/2021
- Daisy Award Nominee
12/2019
Timeline
Registered Flight Nurse
Air Evac Lifeteam
07.2022 - Current
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
02.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Christus St Michael Hospital (Contract Nursing)
11.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mercy Hospital Springfield (Contract Nursing)
03.2021 - 06.2021
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center North Shore (Contract)
01.2021 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Ochsner Medical Center (Contract Nursing)
10.2020 - 01.2021
Trauma ICU Nurse
Rapides Regional Hospital
03.2019 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Rapides Regional Hospital
11.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Byrd Regional Hospital
11.2017 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
City of Palms High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
Azure College At Sebring
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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