Vida Darley
Waco,Texas
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, showcasing expertise in infectious disease control and exceptional patient education. Demonstrated leadership in nursing staff coordination and adept at providing critical emotional support. Excelled in implementing community health improvement programs and advancing patient care standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
Temple, TX
01.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Registered Nurse
Hill country nursing and Rehab
Copperas Cove, TX
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL05-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
American Institute of Alternative Medicine
Columbus, Ohio08-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood And Education
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH08-2013
Master of Science - Psychiatric Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Chart updating
- Precepting
- Lab result interpretation
- Healthcare billing
- Infectious disease control
- Nursing staff leadership
- IV management
- Diabetes management
- Patient education and counseling
- Infant CPR certified
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award
- 3 employee of the month
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- CPR/BSL certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Hill country nursing and Rehab
09.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
American Institute of Alternative Medicine
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood And Education
Columbus State Community College
Master of Science - Psychiatric Nursing
Walden University
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