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Natalie Fletcher

Summerville

Summary

After graduating with my Associates degree I began working on a Vascular and Bariatric surgical/ Medical Surgical unit. I became one of the Charge nurses of that unit after a few months. I worked on that unit for over 5 years. I recently transferred to a general medical surgical unit where I continue to work a a charge nurse. Shortly after i began working on the Vascular floor COVID hit and I moved temporarily to the COVID unit. I worked the COVID unit for approx 1 year.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Atrium Health Floyd
02.2019 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses in accordance with established protocols.
  • Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs and conditions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and effective communication.
  • Conducted routine assessments, documenting vital signs and changes in patient status accurately.
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions and health management strategies.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems for documentation, enhancing information accessibility for healthcare providers.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety and infection control standards.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.

Nurse Technician

Floyd Medical Center, FMC
08.2018 - 02.2019
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted with patient mobility and daily living activities to enhance comfort.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety and hygiene.
  • Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
  • Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
  • Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths, and performing dress changes for patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Georgia Highlands College
Rome, GA
05-2025

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL
12-2018

Skills

  • Intravenous therapy
  • Post-operative care
  • Compassionate care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Cultural history
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Critical thinking
  • Wound care
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Patient care assessment
  • Infection control
  • Documentation
  • Delegation and motivation
  • Patient condition monitoring
  • Intake and discharge
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Chronic disease management

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Atrium Health Floyd
02.2019 - Current

Nurse Technician

Floyd Medical Center, FMC
08.2018 - 02.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Georgia Highlands College

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Gadsden State Community College
Natalie Fletcher