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Logan Russell

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Diligent Nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Driven and hardworking, committed to providing high level of care, advocating for patient safety and health promotion.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Travel Nurse, Emergency Department

Aya Healthcare
05.2023 - Current
  • Consistently maintained professional licensure and certifications required for practice as an ER Registered Nurse in various states throughout travel assignments.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
  • Managed complex caseloads while maintaining attention to detail in all aspects of nursing care delivery within a fast-paced Emergency Department setting.

Travel Nurse, Emergency Department

Medical Staffing Options
10.2020 - 05.2023
  • Travel to different clinical settings across the United States and provide high-level care, while simultaneously adapting to new environments.
  • Administer different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Keep optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Provide direct patient care, stabilize patients and determine next course of action.
  • Work with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
  • Document all elements of care and update patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.

Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department

Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
06.2018 - 10.2020
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Engaged in a multi-disciplinary team with administration to generate new ideas to ensure high patient satisfaction scores while maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Evaluated charting procedures for adherence to best practices.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Physicians Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 12.2018
  • Monitored and observed patients to accurately record changes in condition and reaction to medications and treatment.
  • Educated and counseled patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment and therapy options, disease management and medications.
  • Assisted in resuscitation efforts throughout facility.

ER Technician

Physicians Regional Medical Center
07.2016 - 01.2017
  • Conduct diagnostic testing such as non invasive blood pressure monitoring, continuous cardiac monitoring, electrocardiograms, and venous blood draws.
  • Maintain CPR certification and assist in resuscitation efforts.
  • Apply splints and fiberglass casting to patients who have been injured.

Specimen Processor

Avutox Laboratories
05.2015 - 06.2016
  • Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
  • Review and analyze laboratory results
  • Review medication regimen with patients

Youth Sports Director/Fitness Instructor

YMCA
09.2012 - 04.2015

While employed at the YMCA, I had two separate positions that required various different skill sets. While I was a fitness instructor my job responsibilities were:


  • Explained use of exercise equipment to all participants, prioritizing safety at all times.
  • Served as point of reference for fitness expertise within club.
  • Motivated clients to achieve their personal fitness goals through developing and modifying routines.
  • Informed clients about nutrition, lifestyle issues, and weight control.

While also employed by the YMCA, I was given the position of Youth Sports Coordinator. I have a passion for sports and athletics, they played a big role in my childhood. To be able to teach my passion to the future of the sport was very rewarding. During that time, I:


  • Handled daily facility scheduling and equipment use.
  • Paired individuals to achieve best fit for athletic and academic programs.
  • Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN
05.2018

Associate of Science - Nursing

Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN
12.2017

Associate of Science -

Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TN
05.2015

High School Diploma -

Bearden High School
Knoxville, TN
05.2011

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Patient Advocacy
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medication Administration
  • Venipuncture
  • Treatment Planning
  • Patient Safety
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Leadership
  • Analytical skills

Timeline

Travel Nurse, Emergency Department

Aya Healthcare
05.2023 - Current

Travel Nurse, Emergency Department

Medical Staffing Options
10.2020 - 05.2023

Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department

Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
06.2018 - 10.2020

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Physicians Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 12.2018

ER Technician

Physicians Regional Medical Center
07.2016 - 01.2017

Specimen Processor

Avutox Laboratories
05.2015 - 06.2016

Youth Sports Director/Fitness Instructor

YMCA
09.2012 - 04.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Lincoln Memorial University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Lincoln Memorial University

Associate of Science -

Pellissippi State Community College

High School Diploma -

Bearden High School
Logan Russell