Trent Kalcum Nelson
Fairfax
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at INOVA Fairfax, specializing in trauma nursing and emergency triage. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams while applying critical thinking skills in high-pressure situations. Expertise in medication administration and patient assessment ensures optimal care and safety for diverse patient populations. Committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality healthcare while adapting to the evolving demands of the medical field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Orthovirginia
Herndon, Virginia
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgical procedures.
- Educated patients and families on pre-operative instructions and post-surgery expectations.
- Monitored vital signs during recovery and reported changes to medical team promptly.
- Administered medications and IV fluids as directed by physicians or anesthesiologists.
- Performed post-surgery follow-ups with patients via phone or email to monitor progress.
- Documented patient progress and responses to interventions accurately, ensuring compliance with protocols.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
INOVA Fairfax
Falls Church, VA
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers and psychiatrists, to ensure optimal patient care.
- Documented trauma treatments in compliance with hospital standards and regulations.
- Contributed to development of policies and procedures for trauma nursing care.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients and families in distress.
- Managed high-stress trauma cases with clear and concise communication.
- Performed triage to prioritize treatment based on patient acuity levels.
- Trained new nursing staff on emergency procedures and hospital protocols.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in fast-paced emergency room environment.
Infusion Nurse
DripBar
Reston, Virgina
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Oversaw staff responsible for delivering infusion services in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments and adjusted medication dosages accordingly.
- Documented data such as types of solution used, amount administered, rate of administration, duration of treatment, and other relevant information into electronic medical record systems.
- Conducted regular assessments on patients receiving infusions to ensure safety standards were met.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Trinity Health Systems
Steubenville, OH
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Nurses Aid (E.R.)
Trinity Health Systems
Steubenville, USA
05.2019 - 05.2023
- Assisted nurses with collecting specimens, taking vitals, providing patient care, and hygiene.
- Transported patients to the floor and to radiology.
- Certified to draw labs.
- Assisted with starting IVs and accessing medi-ports/power-ports.
- Assisted with passing medications, including oral, IV, IM, subcutaneous, and transdermal.
- Assisted with other nursing skills after being checked off.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Capella University
06-2026
Associate Degree - Nursing
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH05-2023
100 Credit Hours - Biochemistry/Biology
Bethany College
Bethany, WV05-2019
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Trauma nursing
- Team collaboration
- Emergency triage
- EKG interpretation
- Ultrasound-guided IV insertion
- Electronic medical records
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Psychosocial assessment
- IV insertion
- Central line care and access
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- CPI
- NIHSS
- TNCC
- TCRN
Timeline
Infusion Nurse
DripBar
01.2024 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse
Orthovirginia
08.2023 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
INOVA Fairfax
08.2023 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Trinity Health Systems
05.2023 - 07.2023
Nurses Aid (E.R.)
Trinity Health Systems
05.2019 - 05.2023
Associate Degree - Nursing
Eastern Gateway Community College
100 Credit Hours - Biochemistry/Biology
Bethany College
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Capella University
ENA presenter
Presented at the national Emergency Nurses Association conference in 2025 regarding reducing EKG times in EMS patients.