Vicky Blackmon
North Little Rock,AR
Summary
Registered nurse with 33 years of diverse clinical experience across multiple settings, including medical-surgical, intensive care, and outpatient environments. Expertise in critical care with 10 years in MICU, CVICU, SICU, and trauma ICU. Proven ability to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care while utilizing strong assessment and clinical judgment skills to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Bridgeway Hospital
North Little Rock, Arkansas
12.2024 - 08.2026
- Facilitated structured treatment for adolescent and adult psychiatric patients, fostering recovery and stability.
- Performed assessments on admission and throughout hospital stay
- Coordinated with physicians, therapists, and nurses to develop and maintain a plan of care for each patient
- Administered scheduled and prn medications to ensure optimal patient care and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Executed crisis management employing trauma-informed care approach, effectively de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
Prior Authorization Review Nurse 1
Centene-Arkansas Total Care
Little Rock, AR
04.2019 - 10.2024
- Reviewed clinical prior authorizations for Arkansas Total Care members to ensure compliance with guidelines.
- Executed utilization review across diverse services, including DME, biopharmacy, surgeries, sleep studies, pain management, personal care, hearing needs, private duty nursing, hospice, and home health nursing to assess appropriateness of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
Registered Nurse
Carelink
North Little Rock, AR
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Staff RN responsible for overseeing patient care attendants, performing assessments on new admissions, completing reassessment visits on previous clients, and documentation of patient care and assessment of the patient care attendant in the home
Registered Nurse
Arkansas Outpatient Surgery Center
North Little Rock, Arkansas
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Conducted preoperative preparations, including acquisition of vital signs and medical histories.
- Initiated and maintained IVs before outpatient surgical procedures.
- Managed care for chronic pain patients undergoing interventions such as epidural steroid injections and spinal cord stimulator placements.
Registered Nurse
Correct Care Solutions
Wrightsville, AR
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Oversaw medical care for approximately 200 inmates, ensuring comprehensive health services.
- Provided care for diverse medical issues, including acute injuries and chronic illnesses.
- Executed triage and rapid assessments for large volumes of inmates efficiently.
- Performed EKGs, administered oxygen and medications, and initiated peripheral IVs.
- Conducted finger stick glucose checks and monitored non-stress tests for pregnant inmates.
RN Case Manager
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, UAMS
Little Rock, AR
01.2013 - 05.2016
- Coordinated care for patients post-colposcopy with high-grade cervical or vulvar dysplasia and cancer.
- Managed telecolposcopy program for uninsured and Medicaid patients, ensuring access to essential services.
- Assisted with inventory management of supplies and equipment for telecolposcopy program.
- Supported APRNs at distant health unit sites, providing assistance as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians in telemedicine consult room during telecolposcopy clinics.
- Communicated with patients and referring health departments to facilitate treatment scheduling and insurance acquisition.
- Provided assistance to APRNs during prenatal clinics at two prison sites and county jail weekly.
Registered Nurse
The Women's and Children's Hospital at Centennial
Nashville, TN
01.2009 - 07.2011
- Managed night shift as charge nurse on busy 40-bed med/surg floor.
- Cared for postoperative patients following bariatric, gynecological, and plastic surgeries.
- Conducted vital signs, assessments, medication administration via EMAR, and continuous patient monitoring.
- Monitored fluid status and managed central lines, PICC lines, and narcotics administration using PCA.
- Documented patient care through Meditech system while ensuring accurate records.
- Oversaw patient admissions, discharges, and problem resolution to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Completed 'Aim for Zero Workshop' focused on preventing central line infections.
- Adhered to ACLS and BLS protocols to maintain patient safety.
Registered Nurse
St. Vincent Rehabilitation Hospital
Sherwood, AR
07.2006 - 09.2008
- Provided comprehensive care for physical rehab patients during 7pm-7am shift.
- Conducted assessments including vital signs and blood glucose monitoring.
- Administered medications via IV, PO, IM, SC, and transdermal routes.
- Managed peritoneal dialysis, IV insertion, and maintenance of central and PICC lines.
- Performed lab draws and wound care, including ostomy and post-amputation site management.
- Collaborated with physical, occupational, and speech therapy departments on treatment plans.
- Cared for diverse patient populations, addressing complex rehabilitation needs.
- Executed admission and discharge planning, ensuring thorough documentation and patient education.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR05-1993
High School Diploma -
El Dorado HIgh School
El Dorado, AR05-1990
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care coordination
- Crisis management
- Utilization review
- Health information management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Compassionate care
- Documentation and charting
- IV management
- Case management
- Infection control measures
- BLS certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Bridgeway Hospital
12.2024 - 08.2026
Prior Authorization Review Nurse 1
Centene-Arkansas Total Care
04.2019 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse
Carelink
10.2018 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse
Arkansas Outpatient Surgery Center
08.2018 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse
Correct Care Solutions
08.2016 - 07.2018
RN Case Manager
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, UAMS
01.2013 - 05.2016
Registered Nurse
The Women's and Children's Hospital at Centennial
01.2009 - 07.2011
Registered Nurse
St. Vincent Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2006 - 09.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Arkansas University
High School Diploma -
El Dorado HIgh School