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RN Charge Nurse Resume Diana Keith RN Charge Nurse (817) 555-2831 diana.keith@example.com linkedin.com/example/dianakeith Fort Worth, TX 76104 STRENGTHS Emergency prioritization During respiratory distress and altered mental status events, rapidly reassigned coverage and kept physician communication clear. Secure care communication Calm conversations with hostile patients helped preserve safety, dignity, and practical clinical escalation during tense shifts. Team coordination Peers relied on clear RN, LVN, and CNA assignments when acuity shifted and clinic coverage tightened. Clinical documentation Record reviews connected treatment plans, laboratory findings, and handoffs, giving staff a clearer picture of ongoing care. Staff development Coaching around medications, wound care, infection control, and HIPAA helped staff apply safer habits during busy operations. SKILLS Charge Nursing Clinical Supervision Staff Scheduling RN LVN CNA Assignment Emergency Triage Texas Nurse Practice Act HIPAA Infection Control Medication Administration Wound Care Laboratory Procedures First Aid CPR Medical Records Secure Health Care LANGUAGES English Native 40 Spanish Intermediate 20 MY CAREER 8.1 Years RN Charge Nurse at Lone Star Detention Health Partners (4.4 Years) Charge Registered Nurse at Trinity Regional Medical Center (2.2 Years) Registered Nurse II at MetroCare Community Hospital (1.4 Years) SUMMARY Registered Nurse with eight years of experience across acute care and secure clinical settings, including more than four years leading nursing teams. Directs RN, LVN, and CNA assignments, balances patient acuity with staffing coverage, and supports safe care during emergencies, behavioral crises, and changing clinic demands. Hands on practice includes wound care, medication administration , vital sign monitoring , laboratory procedures , medical testing, documentation review, infection control , First Aid, CPR, and HIPAA confidentiality. Works closely with physicians, nurses, patients, families, and administrative partners while maintaining continuity across shifts. Provides clear instruction, practical coaching, and respectful communication with patients who may be hostile or distressed. Brings dependable judgment, Texas nursing knowledge, and focused leadership for secure health care operations. EXPERIENCE RN Charge Nurse Lone Star Detention Health Partners May 2022 - Present Fort Worth, TX Directs shift nursing operations in a secure health setting, guiding RN, LVN, and CNA coverage across clinics, medication rounds, urgent care, documentation, and staff development. Assigned RN, LVN, and CNA coverage by acuity, clinic demand, and emergency needs. Reallocated nursing resources during respiratory distress, injuries, and altered mental status events. Reviewed treatment plans, laboratory findings, and records for continuity across changing shifts. Coached staff on medication administration, wound care , specimens, infection control, and HIPAA documentation. Completed evaluations using observed practice, reliability, documentation quality, and safety adherence. Supported safe escalation through calm communication with hostile or aggressive patients. Charge Registered Nurse Trinity Regional Medical Center January 2020 - April 2022 Arlington, TX Led medical surgical unit operations, coordinating assignments, emergency responses, care documentation, staff coaching, patient education, and family communication during high census periods. Coordinated assignments around acuity, admissions, discharges, isolation needs, and staff competencies. Led deteriorating patient responses, organizing CPR , First Aid , and physician communication. Audited medication records, nursing notes, test results, and care plans during handoffs. Coached nurses and assistants on infection control , equipment, documentation, and escalation. Delivered wound care , medications, vital sign monitoring , specimens, and patient education during peak census. Resolved patient and family questions through concise communication and confidential clinical support. Registered Nurse II MetroCare Community Hospital July 2018 - December 2019 Dallas, TX Managed adult inpatient assignments while coordinating assessments, medications, procedures, testing, discharge teaching, infection control, and multidisciplinary care for changing patient needs. Managed adult inpatient assignments covering assessments, medications, procedures, testing, and discharge education. Recognized infection, respiratory compromise, medication reactions, and neurological changes for timely escalation. Performed wound care, medication administration , vital sign monitoring , specimens, and point of care testing. Coordinated care with physicians , pharmacists, therapists, case managers, and nursing colleagues. Reinforced infection control and environmental safety during isolation care and equipment use. Counseled patients and families on medications, symptoms, follow up, and daily care needs. Registered Nurse Brazos Valley Medical Center June 2018 - June 2018 Waco, TX Completed supervised inpatient transition, applying assessment, prioritization, medication safety, wound care, testing, documentation, confidentiality, and communication practices with adult patients. Completed supervised transition into inpatient practice with adult patient assignments. Applied assessment and prioritization methods during changes in vital signs and pain. Administered medications, wound care , specimens, and bedside testing using safety checks. Documented conditions, interventions, and education in electronic medical records for handoffs. Used routine medical instruments to collect and communicate clinically relevant findings. Practiced CPR readiness, infection control , confidentiality, and concise clinical communication. PROJECTS Secure Clinic Continuity Review 2026 A shift change revealed gaps in scattered records. Reviewed treatment plans, laboratory findings, nursing notes, and handoff practices, then aligned review habits with continuity needs across secure clinical operations. Emergency Staffing Response Workflow 2025 A sudden clinical change tested every assignment. Mapped acuity based coverage, emergency deployment, physician notification, and documentation steps for faster coordination during respiratory distress, injuries, and behavioral crises. LEADERSHIP & AWARDS Charge Nurse Leadership Recognition for dependable emergency coordination and clear shift communication. Clinical Practice Recognition for consistent infection control, documentation quality, and patient education. EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Nursing Texas State University GPA: 3.5 2018 San Marcos, TX Coursework: Adult health nursing, pharmacology, community health, nursing leadership CERTIFICATIONS Registered Nurse, State of Texas 2018 Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation CPR Certification 2026 TECHNICAL SKILLS Nursing Operations: Charge nursing, staffing assignments, clinic scheduling Clinical Assessment: Emergency triage, patient prioritization, vital sign monitoring Medication Practice: Medication administration, dosage review, expected effects Wound Care: Wound assessment, dressing changes, infection observation Laboratory Procedures: Specimen collection, laboratory procedures, result recording Emergency Response: CPR, First Aid, emergency deployment Infection Control: Isolation care, environmental safety, infection prevention Health Records: Medical records, clinical documentation, recordkeeping Privacy Standards: HIPAA, confidential information, privacy practices Medical Instruments: Vital sign equipment, testing instruments, point of care testing Secure Care: Behavioral escalation, hostile individuals, secure facility care Nursing Regulation: Texas Nurse Practice Act, nursing standards, health care laws SKILLS Charge Nursing Clinical Supervision Staff Scheduling RN LVN CNA Assignment Emergency Triage Texas Nurse Practice Act HIPAA Infection Control Medication Administration Wound Care Laboratory Procedures First Aid CPR Medical Records Secure Health Care PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Texas Nurses Association member supporting continued nursing practice and professional learning. American Nurses Association member connected with nursing standards and leadership development. LANGUAGES English (Native) Spanish (Intermediate) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

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