William LaGrone
Pearl,MS
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, ICU
St Dominic's Hospital
Jackson, MS
01.2022 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Paramedic
Pafford
Ridgeland, MS
02.2016 - Current
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Paramedic Supervisor
AMR
Monroe, LA
08.1997 - 09.2015
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
Paramedic and Basic EMT
Darbonne Ambulance Service
Farmerville, LA
07.1995 - 08.1997
- Evaluated injured or ill persons to determine nature and extent of concerns.
- Learned new techniques to better serve patients' needs.
- Kept up with continuing education requirements to maintain certification.
- Prioritized medical procedures based on severity of concern and available resources.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS12.2021
No Degree - Paramedic
Delta Ouachita Trade School
Monroe, LA07.1995
No Degree - EMT
Delta Trade School
Farmerville, LA07.1993
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Self-Motivated
Additional Information
ACLS
BLS
Pals
Using Epic computer charting
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ICU
St Dominic's Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Paramedic
Pafford
02.2016 - Current
Paramedic Supervisor
AMR
08.1997 - 09.2015
Paramedic and Basic EMT
Darbonne Ambulance Service
07.1995 - 08.1997
Associate of Science - Nursing
Meridian Community College
No Degree - Paramedic
Delta Ouachita Trade School
No Degree - EMT
Delta Trade School