NEEKA C. ARCENEAUX
Lilburn
Summary
Charge nursing professional with focus on patient care and team leadership. Strong skills in clinical decision-making, patient assessment, and care planning. Known for effective communication, adaptability, and teamwork. Dependable in high-pressure environments with commitment to achieving optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vascular Access Registered Nurse
Emory University Hospital
04.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction with thorough explanations of procedures and reassurance during treatments.
- Maintained high standards of infection control, adhering to strict aseptic technique during all procedures.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in catheter placement for improved patient outcomes and reduced complications.
- Reduced complications through meticulous assessment of patients'' needs and appropriate catheter selection.
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse
Emory University Hospital Midtown
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Manage patients with UAC/UVC catheters, IV fluids, PICC lines are arterial lines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and performed assessments to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered specialized care to critically ill neonates in a fast-paced NICU environment.
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Emory Decatur Hospital
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Provided care for patients utilizing fetal and maternal monitoring equipment
- Assisted physicians during delivery, treatment, examinations, and surgical procedures
- Provided patient and family education on labor, pain and newborn care
- Performed neonatal assessments at delivery
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Children’s Hospital
11.2016 - 11.2019
- Delivers safe and effect care to pediatric patients based on acuity levels. Able to prioritize care in a time-restricted and demanding environment
- Assigned charge nurse on an as needed basis; monitoring patient flow, patient safety, and patient satisfaction
- Serves as patient advocate; assesses patient status and notified physician of any changes
- Administers medication and prescribed therapies. Records follow-up adverse reactions and outcomes
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Complex - River Parishes
06.2016 - 11.2016
- Collaborated with other members of the health care team for patient transfers to tertiary hospitals.
- Effectively assessed patient conditions and nursing needs using the nursing process
- Excellent communication skills - Ensured patient and family understanding by providing excellent patient and family education
- Administered medications in a safe manner by using the 6 rights of medication administration
Emergency Department Patient Care Technician
Ochsner Medical Complex - River Parishes
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Monitors and records vital signs
- Performed lab draws, and appropriately label and transport specimen to laboratory
- Performed splinting, EKGs, and minor wound care as directed
Education
RN-BSN -
Western Governors University
03.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Charity School of Nursing
New Orleans, LA05.2016
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
- Ability to communicate effectively with multidisciplinary staff
- Ultrasound-guided Access
- Central line placement
- Peripheral IV insertion
- Vascular assessment
- PICC line management
Certification
- VA-BC
- ACLS
Timeline
Vascular Access Registered Nurse
Emory University Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse
Emory University Hospital Midtown
07.2020 - 04.2022
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Emory Decatur Hospital
01.2020 - 07.2020
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Children’s Hospital
11.2016 - 11.2019
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Complex - River Parishes
06.2016 - 11.2016
Emergency Department Patient Care Technician
Ochsner Medical Complex - River Parishes
08.2015 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Charity School of Nursing
RN-BSN -
Western Governors University