Candie M. Walton
Yazoo City
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at St. Dominic Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and medication administration. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality care and patient safety. Recognized for critical thinking skills and compassionate support, particularly in postpartum recovery and newborn care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Women’s Med/Surg & Mother/Baby (Postpartum)
St. Dominic Hospital
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Provided comprehensive care for patients with diverse medical conditions, including chronic illnesses and acute medical needs
- Administered medications, monitored vital signs, and performed wound care to promote healing and prevent complications
- Educated patients and families on disease management, post hospitalization care, and medication adherence
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans
- Managed high patient volumes while prioritizing care and ensuring patient safety
- Provided postpartum recovery care, including pain management, fundal assessments, and perineal care
- Conducted newborn assessments, including vital signs, reflex checks, and jaundice monitoring
- Assisted with breastfeeding education and lactation support for new mothers
- Educated parents on newborn care, safety, and postpartum self-care
- Supported emotional well-being by providing compassionate care and guidance during the transition to parenthood
Student Nurse Tech
University of Mississippi Medical Center
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Monitored vital signs and assisted with patient mobility
- Provided catheter care and basic hygiene support
- Observed and reported patient condition changes
- Assisted in ADLs and comfort measures
- Maintained patient safety and infection control standards
Student Nurse Externship Program
University of Mississippi Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed head-to-toe assessments and monitored vital signs for post operative patients
- Administered by mouth and peripheral medications
- Inserted and removed IV lines
- Utilized EHR system to document patient care and procedures
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS07-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hinds Community College
Jackson, MS12.2023
Associate of Arts - Pre – Nursing
Holmes Community College
Goodman, MS05.2021
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Wound care management
- Electronic health records
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
Certification
- BLS
- NIHSS
- TB Surveillance & Testing
References
Available Upon Request
Involvement And Achievements
- Dean’s Scholar, Holmes Community College, Spring 2020
- Dean’s Scholar, Miss. University for Women, Fall 2024, Spring 2025
- Member, Student Nurse Organization, Fall 2021- Fall 2023
- Fant Academic Scholarship Recipient, Fall 2024
- Member, The National Society for Leadership and Success, 2024
- Member, The Society for Collegiate Leadership and Achievement, 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Women’s Med/Surg & Mother/Baby (Postpartum)
St. Dominic Hospital
02.2024 - 03.2025
Student Nurse Tech
University of Mississippi Medical Center
08.2023 - 01.2024
Student Nurse Externship Program
University of Mississippi Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hinds Community College
Associate of Arts - Pre – Nursing
Holmes Community College
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