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Vanessa Wiggins

Dallas ,Texas

Summary

Nursing professional with experience in a high-pressure emergency setting. Skilled in the ability to handle both critical and acute care situations. Has a strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and proficient in handling rapidly changing situations with a calm and effective approach. Enthused to relocate back to Nashville, Tennessee, to continue learning and growing as a nurse.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse in Emergency Department

HCA - Medical City Arlington (Trauma II)
12.2024 - Current

Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including STEMIS, strokes, sepsis, and more.

Initiated IVs and obtained labs.

Administered ordered medications, including the initiation and titrating of vasopressors, insulin drips, heparin drips and more.

Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure a positive patient outcome.

Managed triage, prioritizing patients based on the severity of their condition.

Utilized ACLS and BLS techniques during critical situations

Obtained EKG's and monitored cardiac rhythm, immediately reporting abnormal or any changes in rhythm.

Registered Nurse, Skilled Unit

AHC VanAyer
05.2024 - 10.2024
  • Advocated for patients'' rights, ensuring that their voices were heard during treatment decisions.
  • Mitigated risks associated with falls and pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and preventative interventions.
  • Expedited patient recovery by performing accurate assessments, developing appropriate interventions, and evaluating progress regularly.
  • Facilitated timely discharges by coordinating care with social workers, case managers, therapy teams.
  • Assisted in medication administration, monitored and documented vitals.

Licensed Practical Nurse, Long Term Care

AHC VanAyer
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Murray State University
Murray, KY
12-2025

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Jackson State Community College
Jackson, TN
05-2024

Diploma in Nursing - LPN

Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Paris, TN
05-2022

Skills

    IV access

    Ability to think critically and quickly in high-stress environments

    Professional and effective communication

    Keeping up with accurate documentation

    Able to prioritize patient needs

    Ability to actively listen, educate, and advocate

Certification

ACLS - exp May 31st, 2027

ALS/BLS - exp May 31st, 2027

ENPC - exp July, 6th, 2026


Timeline

Registered Nurse in Emergency Department

HCA - Medical City Arlington (Trauma II)
12.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, Skilled Unit

AHC VanAyer
05.2024 - 10.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse, Long Term Care

AHC VanAyer
09.2023 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Murray State University

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Jackson State Community College

Diploma in Nursing - LPN

Tennessee College of Applied Technology