Virginia Mullis
Cary,NC
Summary
Dedicated nurse with a profound passion for emergency patient care and skills. Proven ability to thrive under pressure during emergencies, demonstrated through successful roles in direct patient care and staff supervision. Expertise in coordinating healthcare services has led to significant improvements in patient outcomes, while a commitment to ongoing professional education ensures adherence to current nursing practices.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse III
WakeMed Health
Raleigh, NC
08.2010 - Current
- Performed emergency care and triage in a level 1 trauma center with 96 beds.
- Conducted patient evaluations and monitoring
- Managed administration of IV medications.
- Strong communication and teamwork.
- Employed logical reasoning to address and mitigate potential issues.
- Patient education and support.
- Executed a variety of medical procedures.
- Delivered comprehensive care for wounds.
- Handled completion and resolution of tasks.
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Greensboro, NC
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Conducted effective triage procedures for a Level II trauma center with over 75 beds.
- Administered various forms of medications, including oral, IV, and intra-muscular.
- Managed patient discharge processes, providing guidance on home care and arranging follow-ups.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Inserted and cared for catheters, feeding tubes and access sites.
- Streamlined in-patient care processes to meet departmental goals.
- Identified potential problems or changes in condition that may require further evaluation or intervention.
- Completed documentation timely, adhering to accuracy standards.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Provided supportive counseling through difficult times during hospitalization or illness.
- Provided palliative and end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families.
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
Travel RN
Nomad Health
Greensboro, NC
03.2022 - 03.2023
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC03-2010
Skills
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS): Proficiency in ATLS protocols to manage severe trauma cases
- Emergency Procedures: Ability to perform emergency procedures such as intubation, central line placement, and chest tube insertion
- Triage: Efficiently assessing and prioritizing patients based on the severity of their condition
- Medication Administration: Accurate and timely administration of medications, including IV therapy
- Monitoring Systems: Proficiency in using advanced monitoring systems to track patient vitals and progress
- Team Collaboration: Ability to work seamlessly with surgeons, anesthesiologists, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals
- Stress Management: Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure
- Decision-Making: Quick and effective decision-making skills in life-threatening scenarios
Timeline
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
06.2023 - 12.2024
Travel RN
Nomad Health
03.2022 - 03.2023
Clinical Nurse III
WakeMed Health
08.2010 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Durham Technical Community College