Compassionate healthcare professional skilled in patient care and critical thinking. Delivers effective communication and fosters team collaboration to drive optimal patient outcomes. Expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination enhances efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Registered Nurse
3 Years 6 Months
Indiana University Hospital Bloomington | 03.2022 - 09.2025
Performed exercise stress testing, stress echocardiogram testing, nuclear stress testing, and pharmacologic stress testing independently, directly reporting results to attending cardiologist.
Educated patients and families on testing procedures and outcomes, enhancing understanding and compliance.
Assessed patient conditions, prioritized nursing interventions, and updated care plans for changing clinical needs.
Administered medications, monitored responses, and documented treatments accurately in electronic health records.
Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and care teams to coordinate safe, timely patient care.
Conducted comprehensive physical and cognitive assessments; coordinated with physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech language pathologists to facilitate safe patient care and support successful transitions to independent living; educated patients and families while serving as team leader.
Hours per week: 32
Assessed patient conditions and updated care plans using clinical judgment and nursing protocols.
Administered medications and monitored responses while maintaining safe, accurate documentation in electronic health records.
Coordinated multidisciplinary care with physicians, therapists, and support staff to support treatment goals.
Special Projects Coordinator
1 Year 10 Months
U.S. Department of State | 09.2019 - 07.2021
Special Projects Coordinator U.S. Embassy Bratislava, Slovakia. Managed office operations for the Political Economic Section and served as the Office Management Specialist for the Deputy Chief of Mission on an interim basis.
U.S. Department of State Franklin Award 2021
U.S. Department of State Meritorious Honor Award 2021
Hours per week: 32
Registered Nurse
5 Years 10 Months
Baptist Health Floyd | 10.2013 - 08.2019
Provided pre/post care for patients undergoing invasive radiology and cardiology procedures, educating patients and families to enhance understanding and compliance.
Collaborated as an interdisciplinary team member and led efforts in patient care coordination within the Outpatient Cardiovascular Care Unit and Cardiac Rehab departments.
Assessed patient conditions and developed individualized nursing care plans using evidence-based clinical protocols.
Administered medications, monitored responses, and documented interventions in electronic health records.
Coordinated interdisciplinary care with physicians, therapists, and support staff to support treatment goals.
Registered Nurse
17 Years 9 Months
Kentucky One Health (Currently University of Louisville-Jewish Hospital) | 08.1994 - 05.2012
Provided pre/post care for invasive cardiology procedures and managed daily assessments of patients across various levels of care, enhancing patient safety and recovery in Post Angioplasty Care Unit, Transitional Care Unit, Medical Surgical Care Unit, and Cardiac Rehab department.
Educated patients and families on care plans and procedures, facilitating informed decision-making and improving patient understanding.
Assessed patient conditions and prioritized nursing interventions for timely, safe care.
Administered medications and treatments while monitoring responses and documenting changes in EHR.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate plans and support positive patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Nursing
University of Louisville | Louisville, KY | 05-1994
Bachelors of Science in Nursing
Current Licensure: North Carolina Multi State Compact, Expiration: 07/31/2027
ACLS
BLS
Skills
Medication and IV administration
ACLS certification
Basic life support
Mentorship
Complex problem solving
High autonomy
Patient education
Professional bedside manner
Precepting
Patient education
Critical thinking
Family advocacy
Compassion and empathy
Certification
Current Licensure: North Carolina Multi State Compact, Expiration: 07/31/2027, ACLS, BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Indiana University Hospital Bloomington
03.2022 - 09.2025Read More
Registered Nurse
Bloomington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2021 - 02.2022Read More
Special Projects Coordinator
U.S. Department of State
09.2019 - 07.2021Read More
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Floyd
10.2013 - 08.2019Read More
Registered Nurse
Kentucky One Health (Currently University of Louisville-Jewish Hospital)
08.1994 - 05.2012Read More
University of Louisville
Bachelor's degree from Nursing
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Job-related training
EHR Training: Specialized training to navigate and document in systems such as Cerner, Meditech or Carevue
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