YOLANDA COATES, RN
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a year of clinical experience on a high-acuity Medical/Surgical unit, managing 5-6 patients. With 25 years of diverse background in the medical field. Proven expertise in comprehensive patient assessment, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize patient outcomes. Committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while leveraging decades of healthcare insight to navigate complex clinical environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Atrium Health
Charlotte, NC
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered patient care by assessing needs and implementing individualized treatment plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline processes.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions, promoting self-management strategies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Preston House Memory Care
Charlotte, NC
05.2021 - 11.2024
- Assisted with ADL's including bathing, grooming and toileting
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and their families
Medical Assistant
Wilmington Health
Wilmington, NC
08.2004 - 11.2014
- Performed procedures and used equipment delegated by licensed professional, including ABI's, EKG's and placing Holter monitors on cardiac patients
- Took advantage of opportunities for continuing education, quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
New Hanover Health Network
Wilmington, NC
09.2008 - 08.2012
- Implemented patient focused care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being while maintaining a clean, healthy & safe environment.
- Monitored vital signs as well as testing and recording blood glucose
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC12.2024
Skills
- Designated Restraint Validator
- Implanted Port Training Validator
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Assessments
- Compassion and Empathy
Certification
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Atrium Health
01.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Preston House Memory Care
05.2021 - 11.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
New Hanover Health Network
09.2008 - 08.2012
Medical Assistant
Wilmington Health
08.2004 - 11.2014
Associate Degree - Nursing
Central Piedmont Community College
LICENSES
Registered Nurse (RN)