Wesley Walker
Registered Nurse
Hot Springs,AR
Summary
Recently graduated, dedicated, and compassionate Registered Nurse (License # 227148) specialized in Intensive Care with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, ultrasound Midline and long catheter IV insertion, and infection control. Maintains composure and makes quick and accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
National Park Medical Center (Life Pointe)
hot springs, AR
09.2025 - Current
- Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
- Delegated work to nursing support staff and monitored performance to protect patients and maintain optimal care standards.
- Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
National Park Medical Center
Hot Springs, AR
01.2024 - Current
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
Student Nurse Technician
National Park Medical Center
Hot Springs, AR
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Implemented infection control measures including hand hygiene protocols.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests for assistance from other staff members.
- Transported patients safely between departments within the hospital setting.
- Adhered to safety regulations when providing bedside care or handling hazardous materials.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established standards.
- Provided direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Collected lab specimens to send off for testing.
- Delivered meals, offered snacks, fed patients and documented oral intake of food, liquids and supplements.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
08.2024 - 08.2025
Certification - Licensed Practical Nurse
12-2023
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Infection control
- Electronic medical record
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care plan development
- Patient education
- Arkansas licensed practical nurse
- Medication administration
- ADL assistance
- Caring for wounds
- Ultra Sound guided peripheral vascular access
- Titrating various drips per protocol
Certification
- AHA Basic Life Support
- AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Fundamentals of Ultrasound for Vascular Access Placement
- Fundamentals of Midline Vascular Access Catheters eLearning Course
- Fundamentals of Vascular Access Device Care and Maintenance
- BD Fundamentals of flushing and locking: purpose, product and process
- Peripheral IV Catheter Insertion eLearning Course
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse - National Park Medical Center (Life Pointe)
09.2025 - Current
Arkansas State University Three Rivers - Associate of Science, Registered Nursing
08.2024 - 08.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse - National Park Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Student Nurse Technician - National Park Medical Center
07.2022 - 01.2024
Arkansas State University Three Rivers - Certification , Licensed Practical Nurse