Richard Watkins
Chattanooga
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience in emergency care, proficient in managing critical care situations and medical emergencies. Practiced in fast-paced environments, demonstrating adaptability and clinical expertise. Proven leader in overseeing teams, fostering collaboration between nurses, physicians, and ancillary staff to achieve improved patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
WellStar Health System - Kennestone Hospital
02.2023 - Current
- Responded to codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Teamed on Tier 1 traumas and medical alerts involving head injuries, gunshot wounds, thoracic trauma, strokes and cardiac arrests.
- Operated as team lead overseeing 3-6 nurses caring for 12-24 patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Recorded details regarding assessments interventions to keep patient charts updated.
- Precepted new RNs and student nurse externs.
Bartender
Mammoth Brewing Company
01.2014 - 08.2021
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Emergency Medical Technician
Mammoth Hospital
11.2019 - 05.2020
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy.
- Assisted RNs with patient care and procedures in hospital setting.
Ski Patrol Officer
Mammoth Mountain Ski Area
11.2015 - 04.2017
- Evaluated risk management and environmental safety.
- Performed client education and rule enforcement.
- First responder to medical and trauma events.
- Performed mountain rescue and transportation to higher level of care.
- Performed avalanche mitigation with explosives and ski cutting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA12-2021
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources Recreation & Tourism
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05-2013
Skills
- ACLS
- Adaptability
- PALS
- Leadership
- TNCC
- Emergency triage
- NIHSS
- Problem-solving abilities
- AHA BLS
- Ultrasound guided IV therapy
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
WellStar Health System - Kennestone Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Mammoth Hospital
11.2019 - 05.2020
Ski Patrol Officer
Mammoth Mountain Ski Area
11.2015 - 04.2017
Bartender
Mammoth Brewing Company
01.2014 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources Recreation & Tourism
University of Georgia
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