William D. Butts
Minden,LA
Summary
Compassionate professional with experience in managing needs of medically complex patients. Expert in assessing and managing treatments, administering medications and treatments, and developing individualized care plans. Proven record of responding quickly to changing patient needs and delivering positive outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Willis-Knighton Health System
Shreveport, LA
03.2023 - Current
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Managed patient care while titrating medications and managing cardiac devices to improve patient outcomes following cardiac injury or surgical interventions.
- Led the rapid response team in emergency situations, showcasing strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure.
- Certifications: ECMO, Impella/LVAD, IABP, NIHSS, ACLS/PALS/BLS
Nurse Tech
Minden Medical Center
Minden, LA
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, baths and performing dress changes for patients.
Mental Health Tech
Minden Medical Center
Minden, LA
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Equipment Operator
Twin City Lawn & Landscape
Bossier City, LA
11.2016 - 07.2022
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and attachments to handle team needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Shreveport08.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA03-2023
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Willis-Knighton Health System
03.2023 - Current
Nurse Tech
Minden Medical Center
09.2022 - 02.2023
Mental Health Tech
Minden Medical Center
02.2022 - 09.2022
Equipment Operator
Twin City Lawn & Landscape
11.2016 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Associate of Science - Nursing
Louisiana Tech University