Gerald Bales
Stringer
Summary
Experienced Charge Nurse with a robust foundation in acute patient care and nursing leadership. Proficient in staff supervision and healthcare administration, with a proven ability to manage high-stress environments and make critical decisions. Committed to enhancing patient satisfaction and unit efficiency through strong relationships with patients and team members.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Charge Nurse/Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator
South Central Regional Medical Center
Laurel
07.2011 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and safety.
- Coordinated daily operations of nursing unit for efficient workflow management.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
Charge Nurse
Central Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson
08.2009 - 07.2011
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure patient care standards were met.
- Coordinated patient admissions, assessments, and discharges effectively.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patient responses.
RN Staff Nurse
West Jefferson Medical Center
Marrero
05.2009 - 08.2009
- Provided direct patient care in diverse medical and surgical units.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
Staff RN, First West
South Central Regional Medical Center
Laurel
12.2007 - 03.2009
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and facility protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
Yardman, Manager Trainee, Assistant Manager, Manager
McCoy's Building Supply
San Marcos
06.1993 - 09.2007
- Managed operations and staff in various capacities, enhancing team performance and customer service.
Education
Registered Nurse - Associate Degree Nursing
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS 01.2006 - 12.2007
History
Millsaps College
Jackson, MS 05.1989 - 07.1992
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS 05.1987 - 05.1989
Timeline
Charge Nurse/Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator
South Central Regional Medical Center
07.2011 - Current
Charge Nurse
Central Mississippi Medical Center
08.2009 - 07.2011
RN Staff Nurse
West Jefferson Medical Center
05.2009 - 08.2009
Staff RN, First West
South Central Regional Medical Center
12.2007 - 03.2009
Registered Nurse - Associate Degree Nursing
Jones County Junior College
01.2006 - 12.2007
Yardman, Manager Trainee, Assistant Manager, Manager
McCoy's Building Supply
06.1993 - 09.2007
History
Millsaps College
05.1989 - 07.1992
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
05.1987 - 05.1989