Nursing Faculty

• Aug 2019 - Present

Team Lead Faculty in Associate Degree Nursing Program. Transitioned traditional classroom course into online course. Developed low fidelity simulation experiences with positive feedback from students. Aligned instructional methods to ensure course concepts were met to ensure student success with their future NCLEX experience. Upheld and supported course requirements and expectations as noted in course planning meetings. Created and maintained a positive, mutually beneficial learning… Team Lead Faculty in Associate Degree Nursing Program. Transitioned traditional classroom course into online course. Developed low fidelity simulation experiences with positive feedback from students. Aligned instructional methods to ensure course concepts were met to ensure student success with their future NCLEX experience. Upheld and supported course requirements and expectations as noted in course planning meetings. Created and maintained a positive, mutually beneficial learning environment. Evaluated student progress and ability to demonstrate basic nursing tasks and assessments. Promoted critical thinking development among students. Administered teaching scenarios utilizing traditional and high-fidelity SIM environments, evaluated student responses, and performed debriefing sessions. Served as Clinical Site Faculty and supervised nursing students providing direct patient care and assisted during emergency situations with Clinical Site staff. Maintained open and timely communication with Program Director regarding student progress, concerns, absences, site issues, etc. Ensured accurate attendance records and grades were submitted to students’ permanent academic record. Served as resource to other faculty to assist with technology and software during online course transitions. Show more Show less

Broker/Owner

• Nov 2014 - Present

School Nurse

• Sep 2018 - May 2019

Served high school with a student body of approximately 1500 as a trained medical professional and passionate public health advocate. Exceled at supporting students with minor illnesses and injuries and provided referrals to medical providers, surgeons and other specialists when appropriate. Organized and maintained files on all student patients and office visits when appropriate. Developed individual health plans with accommodations for numerous students with acute and/or chronic medical… Served high school with a student body of approximately 1500 as a trained medical professional and passionate public health advocate. Exceled at supporting students with minor illnesses and injuries and provided referrals to medical providers, surgeons and other specialists when appropriate. Organized and maintained files on all student patients and office visits when appropriate. Developed individual health plans with accommodations for numerous students with acute and/or chronic medical conditions. Worked with educational team to develop and evaluated best practices to suit student’s health needs. Responded to medical emergencies and leads emergency response team. Assessed, developed and conducted education for high school and school system staff. Developed and implemented various health topic education for staff to serve students with chronic illness to ensure a consistent response. Assisted on Mental Health Team to ensure students needs were met. Show more Show less

Clinical Educator-Medical, Surgical, and Pediatric services

• Dec 2016 - May 2018

Clinical Nurse Educator in Community Hospital and performs 'other additonal duties assigned' which includes: Piloting and Developing Inpatient TeleNuerology and Code Stoke Program to ensure consistency with JCAHO and AHA standards of care for Stoke Patients. Nurse Planner for NCNA CEU activities. Project management. Audits data and develops quality improvement initiatives with measurable success outcomes. Nurse Planner for CE Content.

Supervisor/Educator

• Jul 2008 - Jun 2017

Clinician

• Jul 2008 - Jun 2017

Board Member-Staff Nurse Position

• Jan 2015 - Apr 2017

I had been blessed by being elected to the staff nurse position on the North Carolina Board of Nursing. I am truly humbled by the support I received from my friends, colleagues, and peers. I served from January 2015 through April 1 2017. I took a new position at a new hospital and unfortunately, it disqualified me from finishing the 4 year term as I was elected to a staff nurse seat and my new position did not meet this criteria. I am truly grateful for my time serving the public on the NCBON… I had been blessed by being elected to the staff nurse position on the North Carolina Board of Nursing. I am truly humbled by the support I received from my friends, colleagues, and peers. I served from January 2015 through April 1 2017. I took a new position at a new hospital and unfortunately, it disqualified me from finishing the 4 year term as I was elected to a staff nurse seat and my new position did not meet this criteria. I am truly grateful for my time serving the public on the NCBON and look forward to future endeavors with them doing so! Show more Show less

Instructor

• Jan 2012 - Aug 2015

Demonstrates and teaches patient care in classroom and clinical units to nursing students and instructs students in principles and application of physical, biological, and psychological subjects related to nursing. Cooperates with medical and nursing personnel in evaluating and improving teaching and nursing practices. Evaluates student progress and ability to demonstrate basic nursing tasks and assessments. Administers teaching scenarios utilizing traditional and SIM mannequins, evaluates… Demonstrates and teaches patient care in classroom and clinical units to nursing students and instructs students in principles and application of physical, biological, and psychological subjects related to nursing. Cooperates with medical and nursing personnel in evaluating and improving teaching and nursing practices. Evaluates student progress and ability to demonstrate basic nursing tasks and assessments. Administers teaching scenarios utilizing traditional and SIM mannequins, evaluates student responses, and performs debriefing. Show more Show less

LeeCAN Coordinator

• Oct 2006 - Jan 2008

Served as Lee County representative of the Governor’s Task Force for Healthy Carolinians. Developed, implemented and reported community health assessment of Lee County. Published assessment and distributed among various public and private media outlets. Authored numerous health articles published in local media outlets. Was monthly guest on morning radio talk show to discuss health topics related to Lee County residents and answered call-in questions. Instructed other state and county… Served as Lee County representative of the Governor’s Task Force for Healthy Carolinians. Developed, implemented and reported community health assessment of Lee County. Published assessment and distributed among various public and private media outlets. Authored numerous health articles published in local media outlets. Was monthly guest on morning radio talk show to discuss health topics related to Lee County residents and answered call-in questions. Instructed other state and county representatives on processes used to perform a large scale community health assessment in seminar environment.Performed community health assessment according to the NC govenor's Healthy People 2010 task force guidelines. Educated additional counties on methods utilized to perform community health assessments and using Microsoft Excel software to display/express data. Show more Show less

ED Charge Nurse

• Jun 2000 - Oct 2007

Supervised care in a level II emergency department in a rural setting. Transferred patients to tertiary level care facilities. Performed numerous involuntary commitments and arranged for transfer to various psychiatric facilities in North Carolina. Performed as a forensic nurse examiner by assisting local and state law enforcement agencies with evidence collection. Performed staff evaluations. Educated staff on facility policies and current standards of care. Assisted management with quality… Supervised care in a level II emergency department in a rural setting. Transferred patients to tertiary level care facilities. Performed numerous involuntary commitments and arranged for transfer to various psychiatric facilities in North Carolina. Performed as a forensic nurse examiner by assisting local and state law enforcement agencies with evidence collection. Performed staff evaluations. Educated staff on facility policies and current standards of care. Assisted management with quality improvement initiatives. Supervised nursing and ancillary staff. Completed employee evaluations. Assisted with hiring process of prospective applicants. Show more Show less

Registered Nurse-Emergency Response Team

• Jul 2000 - May 2006

Ensured safety of participants and spectators for large community events as assigned. Provided emergency medical care on scene and stabilized patients utilizing invasive medical protocols and following Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) until transported to a local area hospital. Administered oxygen, intravenous fluids, and all types of medications during emergent events to include intravenous, intraosseous, subcutaneous, intramuscular, by mouth and… Ensured safety of participants and spectators for large community events as assigned. Provided emergency medical care on scene and stabilized patients utilizing invasive medical protocols and following Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) until transported to a local area hospital. Administered oxygen, intravenous fluids, and all types of medications during emergent events to include intravenous, intraosseous, subcutaneous, intramuscular, by mouth and rectal routes. Provided basic first aid to participants and spectators as needed. Nominated for Rex Nurse Guild Award-the highest nursing award in the organaization. Show more Show less

Registered Nurse

• Aug 2003 - May 2004

House Supervisor for medium security prison that housed over 4000 State and Federal inmates. This included a 40 bedinfirmary with 3 telemetry beds and 6 nursing units located in each housing area. Responsible for staffing, supervising other medical personnel, contacting physicians and performing emergency medical interventions as needed. Monitored and oversaw staff performance to ensure that work is accomplished in an acceptable and timely manner. Administered oxygen, intravenous fluids… House Supervisor for medium security prison that housed over 4000 State and Federal inmates. This included a 40 bedinfirmary with 3 telemetry beds and 6 nursing units located in each housing area. Responsible for staffing, supervising other medical personnel, contacting physicians and performing emergency medical interventions as needed. Monitored and oversaw staff performance to ensure that work is accomplished in an acceptable and timely manner. Administered oxygen, intravenous fluids, and all types of medications during emergent events to include intravenous, intraosseous, subcutaneous, intramuscular, by mouth and rectal routes. Assisted the providers in the performance of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) and other specialized procedures Show more Show less

Adjunct Instructor

• Aug 2003 - May 2004

Served as clinical and didactic instructor to student nursing assistants in classroom and hospital environments. Ensured hospital policies were followed as well as regulatory agency rules. Assisted with classroom instruction and held remediation classes to facilitate comprehension of anatomy and physiology material. Performed final assessments of student skills in a pass/fail environment.

Case Manager

• Oct 1995 - Jun 2000

Ensured quality and safe delivery of home support care. Developed plan of care for clients. Made supervisory visits throughout agency’s 5 county area. Supervised in-home aides. Worked with members of multidiscipline team to ensure all patient needs were met to facilitate healing and a safe living environment. Completed required OASIS documentation. Performed visits to patient homes for admission assessment, wound care, IV infusions, lab collection, medication preparation, and supervision of… Ensured quality and safe delivery of home support care. Developed plan of care for clients. Made supervisory visits throughout agency’s 5 county area. Supervised in-home aides. Worked with members of multidiscipline team to ensure all patient needs were met to facilitate healing and a safe living environment. Completed required OASIS documentation. Performed visits to patient homes for admission assessment, wound care, IV infusions, lab collection, medication preparation, and supervision of ancillary staff. Supervised other nursing staff in patient care. Show more Show less

Nursing/Tactical Satellite Radio

• Apr 1990 - Nov 1998

1990-1993-Processed and delivered messages. Performed related clerical and administrative functions within combat telecommunications center. Operated cryptographic equipment using appropriate materials. Installed, operated, and performed routine maintenance on telecommunications equipment in a tactical environment.1993-1998-Assisted with all levels of patient administration. Prepared and maintained clinical records. Ensured maximum patient hygiene and safety. Assisted with providing… 1990-1993-Processed and delivered messages. Performed related clerical and administrative functions within combat telecommunications center. Operated cryptographic equipment using appropriate materials. Installed, operated, and performed routine maintenance on telecommunications equipment in a tactical environment.1993-1998-Assisted with all levels of patient administration. Prepared and maintained clinical records. Ensured maximum patient hygiene and safety. Assisted with providing emergency medical treatment to patients. Selected appropriate sites to set up 100 bed field hospital. Assisted team with preparation, set up, tear down, and recovery of 100 bed field hospital. Assistant Ward-Master of Psych unit Show more Show less