Experience

Calhoun Community College

• Higher Education
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Graduate Student

  • Mar 2023 - Jun 2023

  Huntsville, Alabama, United States Completed 200 graduate nursing practicum hours with experience in clinical instruction, simulation, and classroom lecture.



Huntsville Hospital

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Emergency Room Nurse

  • Mar 2021 - Jun 2023

  Madison, Alabama, United States Responsible for delivering critical care nursing to patients of all ages using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Crisis management skills acquired to assess and manage emergency needs quickly and effectively with compassionate care Utilized the Emergency Severity Index (ESI) five-level emergency department triage algorithm to determine patient acuity and resource needs Delegated care based on acuity and patient needs, evaluated… Show more Responsible for delivering critical care nursing to patients of all ages using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Crisis management skills acquired to assess and manage emergency needs quickly and effectively with compassionate care Utilized the Emergency Severity Index (ESI) five-level emergency department triage algorithm to determine patient acuity and resource needs Delegated care based on acuity and patient needs, evaluated response to interventions and attainment of expected outcomes. Responsible for precepting new hires and new graduate nurses to facilitate learning, lead, teach and equip to perform competent nursing care [Competency 1, NLN, 2020] Utilized effective verbal and written communication skills by presenting pertinent information to providers, family members, and other disciplines. Shared knowledge and acts as a professional resource to other members of the healthcare team, promoting change toward improved processes [Competency 5, NLN, 2020] Utilized effective communication techniques to ensure adequate patient and family education regarding medical status, laboratory results, medication regimens, follow-up appointments, referrals, and discharge instructions. Show less



El Paso Children's Hospital

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 100 - 200 Employee

• PICU RN

  • Oct 2016 - Apr 2019

  ƒ Provides age and culturally appropriate care to patient ƒ Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans ƒ Monitors patient’s vital signs, such as blood pressure, breathing and heart rate, and initiates corrective action whenever the patient displays adverse symptomatology ƒ Follows continuous cardiac and respiratory monitor readings, such as EKG tracings, O2 stats, CVP/arterial line waveforms, if applicable,… Show more ƒ Provides age and culturally appropriate care to patient ƒ Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans ƒ Monitors patient’s vital signs, such as blood pressure, breathing and heart rate, and initiates corrective action whenever the patient displays adverse symptomatology ƒ Follows continuous cardiac and respiratory monitor readings, such as EKG tracings, O2 stats, CVP/arterial line waveforms, if applicable, and reports any observed changes ƒ Tracks urine output ƒ Changes dressings, inserts catheters, starts IVs (both central venous & arterial) ƒ Administers infusion therapy, including: IV fluids, antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals, electrolytes ƒ Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, such as ventilators ƒ Prepares and administers and records prescribed medications. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments ƒ Assists treating physician during examination, treatment and procedures, which can include life-saving situations ƒ Analyzes lab results ƒ Assists with the insertion or discontinuation of CV catheters, arterial lines, external ventricular drains, epidural catheters and endotracheal tubes, Foleys ƒ Provides education, information and emotional support to the patient’s family and caregivers ƒ Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms ƒ Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting Show less



Norton Healthcare

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Clinical Agency Registered Nurse

  • Mar 2013 - Apr 2014

  Louisville, Kentucky Area Provided care to pediatric patients on the medical/surgical and hematology/oncology units Participated in nursing and physician rounds each shift presenting updated clinical information for providers Assessed, documented in eletronic medical record, educated patients and family members Cross-trained to float between units providing supplemental staffing when needed Experienced in electronic charting, documentation, and medication administration Reported abnormal test results… Show more Provided care to pediatric patients on the medical/surgical and hematology/oncology units Participated in nursing and physician rounds each shift presenting updated clinical information for providers Assessed, documented in eletronic medical record, educated patients and family members Cross-trained to float between units providing supplemental staffing when needed Experienced in electronic charting, documentation, and medication administration Reported abnormal test results, assisted with medical procedures including bone marrow biospsies and lumbar punctures Attended seminars and conferences to increase knowledge and help increase change towards best practice Show less



Children's Hospital of Orange County

• United States

• Staff Registered Nurse

  • Jan 2009 - Oct 2011

  Orange County, California Area Provided care for patients in critical condition needing frequent monitoring and assessment Established expertise in caring for patients pre and post Bone Marrow Transplant Conducted literature research on best practice for patient nutrition during bone marrow transplant, developed teaching tools, and educated all staff on new changes, implemented on practice and policy Administered investigational chemotherapy and biotherapy to patients enrolled in COG Phase 1 Clinical Research… Show more Provided care for patients in critical condition needing frequent monitoring and assessment Established expertise in caring for patients pre and post Bone Marrow Transplant Conducted literature research on best practice for patient nutrition during bone marrow transplant, developed teaching tools, and educated all staff on new changes, implemented on practice and policy Administered investigational chemotherapy and biotherapy to patients enrolled in COG Phase 1 Clinical Research Studies Mentored nursing students and provided direct supervision throughout their clinical rotation and preceptor for New Graduate RNs Relief Charge Nurse supervising, assigning and coordinating unit staffing, oversaw admissions, transfers, and discharges Educated families and patients regarding new oncologic and hematologic diagnoses, emergency care, treatment protocols, and central line care Cross-trained to float throughout the hospital including clinic and outpatient infusion center Show less



Advocate Health Care Lutheran General Children's Hospital

• Staff Registered Nurse

  • Jul 2006 - Aug 2008

  Park Ridge, Illinois Received training through an extensive new graduate RN residency program Provided patient care for infants to adolescents on 24-bed Pediatric Acute Unit Established expertise in caring for patients with Medical, Surgical, Oncology, Hematology, Cardiology, Respiratory, Endocrinology, and other diagnoses Accountable for delivery of nursing care provided by colleagues as well as participation in professional practice model and unit-based committees



Advocate Health Care Good Shepherd Hospital

• Nurse Assistant

  • May 2004 - Apr 2005

  Barrington, Illinois Performed patient care floating between seven different units including ER, OR, Pre-Op, and ICUs Completed Bathing, vitals, and personal care of patients Worked in teams with doctors, registered nurses, and ancillary personnel