Wendy McCarthy
Texarkana,TX
Summary
Dedicated Travel-Registered Nurse with expertise in direct patient care, wound management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Known for enhancing patient satisfaction and safety while adapting to dynamic clinical environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel-Registered Nurse
Yale New Haven Health System
New Haven, CT
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Assisted in implementing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic patient support.
- Documented patient assessments and treatment plans accurately in electronic health records.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care processes.
Travel-Registered Nurse
Marietta Memorial Hospital
Marietta, OH
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Adapted quickly to changing clinical situations while prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Travel-Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock
North Little Rock, AR
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintained a sterile environment by following infection control protocols consistently.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Travel-Registered Nurse
Kootenai Medical Center
Couer D' Alene, ID
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Travel-Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center
Little Rock, AR
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
Christus St. Michael Health System
Texarkana, TX
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Saint Francis Heart Hospital
Tulsa, OK
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Travel-Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital
Fort Smith, AR
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Christus Highland Hospital
Shreveport, LA
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Travel-Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center
Little Rock, AR
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Registered Nurse
Wadley Regional Medical Center
Texarkana, TX
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Texarkana College
Texarkana, TX05-2018
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Direct patient care
- Wound care
- Patient education
- Telemetry monitoring
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Tracheostomy care
- Clear patient communication
Timeline
Travel-Registered Nurse
Yale New Haven Health System
06.2025 - 12.2025
Travel-Registered Nurse
Marietta Memorial Hospital
09.2024 - 06.2025
Travel-Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock
05.2024 - 09.2024
Travel-Registered Nurse
Kootenai Medical Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
Travel-Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center
04.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Christus St. Michael Health System
06.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Saint Francis Heart Hospital
02.2022 - 06.2022
Travel-Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital
11.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Christus Highland Hospital
05.2021 - 11.2021
Travel-Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center
09.2020 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
Wadley Regional Medical Center
06.2018 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Texarkana College