Experienced ICU Registered Nurse with strong staff leadership, high-acuity decision-making, and precepting skills. Known for calm judgment, effective communication, and reliable patient care in fast-paced critical care settings.
Work History
Registered Nurse
5 Years 6 Months
WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital | 04.2021 - Current
Administered medications, monitored responses, and documented treatments accurately in electronic health records.
Assessed patient conditions, prioritized interventions, and coordinated care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
Educated patients and families on diagnoses, discharge instructions, medications, and recovery expectations.
Maintained infection control standards and ensured compliance with hospital safety protocols.
Directed shift workflows, delegated tasks appropriately, and supported nurses with complex patient care needs.
Evaluated patient outcomes and refined nursing interventions to improve consistency and quality of care.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Guided and overseen our MICU night staff as a Charge nurse, using critical care knowledge and communication skills I have obtained through experience and time as a nurse in the ICU.
Clinical Assistant
2 Years 6 Months
WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital | 10.2018 - 04.2021
Coordinated patient intake, verified histories, and prepared exam rooms for clinical workflows.
Recorded vital signs, height, weight, and point-of-care data for provider assessment.
Documented encounters in electronic medical records with accurate, timely charting.
Assisted physicians and nurses during examinations, procedures, and bedside care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
West Virginia Junior College | Morgantown, WV | 03.2021