TAYLOR DOUGLAS
Clarksville
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing professional with over 10 years of combined healthcare experience. Currently Registered Nurse with a strong clinical foundation and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hostess
Texas Roadhouse
Universal City, TX
- Greeted and seated guests in a high-volume restaurant while managing waitlists and maintaining smooth front-of-house operations.
- Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
- Resolved guest concerns promptly and professionally, ensuring a positive dining experience and upholding customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with servers, kitchen staff, and management to maintain efficient workflow and minimize wait times.
- Practiced attentive listening and problem-solving—skills directly transferable to patient care and team collaboration in healthcare settings.
- Maintained cleanliness and order in guest areas, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment.
Phlebotomist
PathGroup
Clarksville, TN
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Collected blood specimens with precision and adherence to safety protocols, ensuring accurate diagnostic results and patient comfort.
- Educated patients on procedures to reduce anxiety and improve cooperation—skills essential for building patient trust in clinical settings.
- Maintained strict infection control practices and specimen labeling standards to prevent contamination and ensure accurate lab processing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support timely diagnosis and treatment decisions.
- Demonstrated attention to detail, time management, and patient-centered care in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Behavioral Health Specialist
United States ARMY
Fort Campbell, KY
04.2018 - 03.2021
- Provided mental health support to service members, conducting intake assessments, crisis interventions, and therapeutic counseling under supervision.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized care plans, promoting emotional resilience and psychological well-being.
- Maintained accurate, confidential health records in accordance with military protocols—experience directly applicable to nursing documentation standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, demonstrating effective communication and teamwork in high-stress environments.
- Trained in trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, and de-escalation techniques, with strong cultural competence and situational awareness.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic clinical settings, managing care under pressure with professionalism and composure.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Country Care Manor
La Vernia, TX
05.2014 - 03.2018
- Provided direct patient care in a long-term care setting, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, feeding, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, intake/output, and changes in patient conditions, contributing to early detection of clinical deterioration.
- Supported residents with chronic conditions, dementia, and mobility impairments, delivering compassionate, individualized care.
- Collaborated closely with RNs, LPNs, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and quality of care.
- Maintained a safe, clean environment while adhering to infection control and HIPAA guidelines.
- Built strong therapeutic relationships with residents and families, fostering trust, dignity, and emotional support.
Registered Nurse
Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville
Clarksville, TN
09.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols and health management strategies.
- Implemented infection control procedures that enhanced patient safety across the unit.
- Analyzed patient data to identify trends, driving evidence-based decision-making in care delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN08.2025
Associates in Science - undefined
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN12.2023
Skills
- Professional
- Team Building
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Conflict Resolution
- Client Relations
- Process Improvement
Affiliations
Membership Sigma Theta Tau August 2024
Certification
- Basic Life Saving Aug 2023-Aug 2025
- Phlebotomy March 2022
- Behavioral Health Specialist April 2018
- Certified Nursing Assistant May 2014
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville
09.2025 - Current
Phlebotomist
PathGroup
06.2022 - 12.2022
Behavioral Health Specialist
United States ARMY
04.2018 - 03.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Country Care Manor
05.2014 - 03.2018
Associates in Science - undefined
Austin Peay State University
Hostess
Texas Roadhouse
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Austin Peay State University
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- HCA Skyline ER Clinical Rotation, Summer 2025
- HCA Hendersonville CCU, Preceptorship, Spring 2025
- Tennova Medical Surgical, Clinical Rotation, Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023
- Psychiatric Mental Health Rotation, Western State, Spring 2024