Virginia "Ann" Maxwell
Cisco,TX
Summary
I worked as a registered nurse on a busy medical/surgical floor for almost 10 years before moving back to the town where I was raised, to go to work for the family owned custom cabinetry shop alongside my dad and younger sister,
The knowledge and skill that I have acquired during the almost 12 years I have been employed there surpasses almost every job experience I've had in my adult life.
However, my dad is of retirement age and is ready to slow down productivity in our shop and my love for bedside nursing is something I feel I can no longer do without.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cabinetmaker and Installer
New Millennium Woodworks
Cisco, TX
08.2014 - Current
- Fabricated custom cabinetry using advanced woodworking machinery and hand tools.
- Installed cabinets and countertops with precision, ensuring alignment and functionality.
- Collaborated with designers to interpret architectural plans and specifications accurately.
- Oversaw quality control processes to maintain high standards in finished products.
- Managed inventory of materials, optimizing usage to reduce waste and costs.
- Provided exceptional customer service during installations, addressing client inquiries effectively.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to industry safety standards and protocols during cabinet fabrication and installation.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various woodworking machinery such as table saws, joiners, planers, routers, sanders, drills while fabricating cabinets.
- Resolved customer concerns by promptly addressing issues and providing solutions that met both aesthetic and practical requirements.
- Increased overall productivity through effective time management skills and prioritizing tasks according to project deadlines.
- Coordinated with other tradespeople on job sites for seamless integration of cabinetry into larger construction projects.
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate materials, finishes, and hardware for their custom cabinets, ensuring optimal functionality and design cohesion.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by designing and crafting custom cabinetry tailored to their specific needs.
- Kept detailed records of project specifications, enabling accurate cost estimation for future projects.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors ensuring quality materials at competitive prices.
- Maintained neat, clean and hazard-free sites.
- Visited residential and commercial locations to remodel facilities or put in new cabinetry and millwork.
- Contributed to team success and customer satisfaction by working quickly and helping team members.
- Cut plywood, MDF and solid wood to size.
- Sanded and finished surfaces to create smooth and attractive finish.
Registered Nurse
Baylor Medical Center At Waxahachie
Waxahachie, TX
07.2004 - 11.2013
- Administered patient care procedures, ensuring comfort and safety for diverse populations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and recognized changes in patients' conditions, responding promptly to emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, enhancing understanding and compliance with healthcare directives.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, identifying changes in condition and responding promptly to emergencies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding and adherence to recovery protocols.
- Mentored new nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices for patient care and operational efficiency.
- Streamlined documentation processes by implementing electronic health record systems, improving accuracy and accessibility of information.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
- Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by serving as a mentor for new nurses and participating in shared governance initiatives within the organization.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Assisted with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, lumbar punctures, and chest tube placements by ensuring proper equipment set-up and maintaining aseptic technique.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Navarro College
Corsicana, TX05-2004
High School Diploma -
Cisco High School
Cisco, TX05-1994
Certification
American Heart Association
Basic Life Support
8/11/25
American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
8/27/2
Texas State Board of Nursing Refresher Permit Expires 9/9/26
Timeline
Cabinetmaker and Installer
New Millennium Woodworks
08.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Baylor Medical Center At Waxahachie
07.2004 - 11.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Navarro College
High School Diploma -
Cisco High School