Wendy Wayland
Clarksville ,TN
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with 6+ years of experience in the field of pediatric acute care and medicine. Extensive experience in assessing and managing the care of children from birth to early adulthood while communicating information to children and parents in a clear and gentle manner. Responsible and energetic nurse with a passion for educating new nurses in the field of pediatric nursing.
Overview
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Adjunct Clinical Faculty
Austin Peay State University
Nashville, Tennessee
2023.06 - Current
- Provided clinical instruction to 6 nursing students in clinical settings on acutely ill pediatric patient population.
- Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written and clinical conferences.
- Participated in educational days of learning in the community setting.
Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee
2023.04 - Current
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
- Experienced peritoneal dialysis, epilepsy monitoring, neonatal abstinence care for pediatric populations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN 2014.08 - 2016.12
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University Of Kansas
Lawrence, KS 2001.08 - 2007.05
Master of Science - Nursing
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN 2021.12 - 2022.05
Skills
- Student evaluations
- Clinical instruction
- Patient safety
- One-to-one instruction
Leadership
Charge nurse on 42 bed unit responsible for coordinating safe nursing assignments. Oversee patient admissions, transfers, and discharges. Participate in bed meeting with the administrator coordinator, charge nurses from all areas inpatient care, and bed management.
Certification
- Registered Nurse - 3/2025
- Basic Life Support, American Red Cross - 6/2024
- PEARS - 6/2025
Timeline
Adjunct Clinical Faculty
Austin Peay State University
2023.06 - Current
Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
2023.04 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing
Austin Peay State University
2021.12 - 2022.05
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Austin Peay State University
2014.08 - 2016.12
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University Of Kansas
2001.08 - 2007.05