Audrey Young
Brookhaven
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a strong work ethic, previously at KDMC, delivering compassionate nursing care while effectively managing patient needs. Proven expertise in time management and multitasking, ensuring optimal health outcomes and fostering positive relationships. Adept at coordinating care and advocating for patients, enhancing satisfaction and safety in diverse settings.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Assistant
Marlene Cupit
07.2014 - Current
- Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Aided executive in personal tasks such as scheduling appointments or running errands when needed.
- Served as first point of contact for incoming visitors or phone calls, ensuring prompt responses or directing inquiries appropriately.
- Coordinated events and functions with attention to detail ensuring successful execution.
- Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments, and arranging transportation.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.
- Maintained confidentiality, handled sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Facilitated transportation to and from appointments.
- Coordinated appointments with medical professionals.
Registered Nurse
KDMC
06.2000 - 01.2020
- Provided high-quality, compassionate care to laboring and postpartum mothers, as well as newborns in the nursery, intermediate care, and NICU settings.
- Assisted with labor and delivery, supporting patients throughout the birthing process and ensuring safety and comfort.
- Functioned as circulating nurse during Cesarean Sections, coordinating surgical care and ensuring sterile technique.
- Attended deliveries to provide immediate newborn assessment and care, including resuscitation when needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for mothers and infants.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to families experiencing perinatal loss, including stillbirths and neonatal deaths, ensuring compassionate care and respectful communication during difficult times.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to newborns and moms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained postpartum recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse
Deaconess Home Care
12.2010 - 08.2011
- Delivered personalized, in-home nursing care to patients with a variety of acute and chronic conditions, ensuring continuity of care and promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Performed comprehensive assessments , developed and implemented care plan, and adjusted interventions based on patient progress and physician directives.
- Administrated medications, managed wound care, monitored vital signs, and provided education to patients and families on disease management and prevention.
- Coordinated care with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless, high-quality support.
- Prioritized patient safety, independence, and dignity while fostering strong nurse-patient relationships in a home setting.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Education
Nursing
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Wesson, MSBachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05-2000
High School Diploma -
Brookhaven High School
Brookhaven, MS05-1996
Skills
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
Personal Assistant
Marlene Cupit
07.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Deaconess Home Care
12.2010 - 08.2011
Registered Nurse
KDMC
06.2000 - 01.2020
Nursing
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi College
High School Diploma -
Brookhaven High School
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