Taylor Duncan
Lake
Summary
Compassionate RN skilled in critical thinking and team collaboration. Experienced in medication administration and patient education, ensuring safety and understanding. Eager to leverage strengths in care coordination to improve patient outcomes in critical care settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
RN, ICU
Merit Health River Oaks
Flowood
06.2025 - Current
- Administered medications according to strict protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Monitored vital signs and conditions to promptly identify changes and initiate appropriate responses.
- Educated patients and families about treatment plans, fostering understanding and adherence.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify needs and adjust care strategies as necessary.
- Maintained accurate documentation to support continuity of care and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated patient transfers with healthcare teams to optimize care delivery and communication.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced ICU patient care processes.
Student Nurse Extern
Merit Health Rankin ED & Ochsner Rush Health ED
Brandon
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted nursing staff in administering medications and monitoring patient responses.
- Participated in health assessments to evaluate patient conditions effectively.
- Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers to ensure clarity.
- Monitored vital signs and supported basic diagnostic procedures under supervision.
- Engaged in emergency response drills to improve readiness for critical situations.
- Provided compassionate care by addressing individual patient needs and concerns.
- Reported significant changes in patient conditions to nursing staff promptly.
- Offered emotional support to family members during challenging times.
Coaching Assistant
Lake High School
Lake
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Facilitated effective communication among coaches, athletes, and parents regarding goals and progress.
- Assisted in developing coaching strategies that enhanced team performance.
- Provided guidance and motivation to athletes during practices and competitions.
- Instructed players on precise game techniques to correct errors and improve skills.
- Organized workshops addressing skill development and teamwork strategies.
- Monitored individual player progress, delivering constructive feedback for performance improvement.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to drive team success.
- Motivated athletes to set and achieve personal performance goals.
Manager
Western Way Nutrition
Lake
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Oversaw daily operations, managing scheduling and budgeting to enhance efficiency.
- Monitored team productivity and performance to align with organizational goals.
- Conducted orientation and training for employees, promoting confidence and quicker role adaptation.
- Cultivated strong client relationships through proactive communication strategies.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
East Central Community College
Decatur, Mississippi, MS04-2025
Bachelor of Nursing -
University Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MsSkills
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinking
- Care coordination
- Medication administration
- Emotional support
- Team collaboration
Certification
BLS
Timeline
RN, ICU
Merit Health River Oaks
06.2025 - Current
Student Nurse Extern
Merit Health Rankin ED & Ochsner Rush Health ED
06.2024 - 07.2024
Coaching Assistant
Lake High School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Manager
Western Way Nutrition
03.2023 - 08.2023
Associate Degree in Nursing -
East Central Community College
Bachelor of Nursing -
University Mississippi Medical Center