Taylor Winstead
Philadelphia
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
AB Staffing
02.2022 - Current
- Employed patient monitoring equipment to track vital signs, identifying trends and notifying healthcare providers of any significant changes in patient conditions.
- Coordinated patient care in various settings, collaborating with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans that addressed diverse medical needs.
- Managed medication administration, ensuring compliance with protocols and verifying dosages to enhance patient safety and effectiveness of treatment.
- Performed initial patient assessments, gathering comprehensive health histories and conducting physical examinations to inform diagnostic and treatment decisions.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Neshoba General Hospital
03.2019 - Current
- Administered medications through intravenous lines using infusion pumps, ensuring accurate dosage and patient safety.
- Assisted in triaging patients upon arrival, evaluating symptoms to prioritize care based on urgency and medical necessity.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families during crises, addressing emotional needs while delivering medical care.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Leake
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Administered medications and treatments using infusion pumps, monitoring patient responses to therapies and adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective care strategies, enhancing patient outcomes through coordinated efforts.
- Applied appropriate wound care dressings and management techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Educated patients and families on postoperative care, fostering understanding of recovery processes and promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Cared for patients on swing-bed therapy.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Jackson
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Served as an effective liaison between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and family members while coordinating optimal care planning efforts for each patient''s unique situation.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Contributed to a high standard of care through ongoing professional development and staying current on best practices in cardiac nursing.
- Skillfully managed acute symptoms presented by patients experiencing chest pain or dysrhythmias, resulting in prompt medical intervention when necessary.
- Managed the administration of medication effectively, ensuring accurate dosages and preventing adverse reactions.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS12-2015
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Direct patient care
- Patient education
- Discharge planning
- Wound care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Emergency care
- Immunization administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Cardiac monitoring
- Medication administration
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
AB Staffing
02.2022 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Neshoba General Hospital
03.2019 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Leake
01.2017 - 03.2019
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Jackson
01.2016 - 01.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Meridian Community College
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