Taylor Crawley
Charlestown
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with critical care experience at Norton Healthcare Audubon Hospital. Proven ability to administer IV medications and respond to emergencies with strong clinical judgment. Known for compassionate patient care and effective collaboration with healthcare teams, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Norton Healthcare Audubon Hospital
05.2025 - Current
- Monitor patients who require close observation but are not in ICU
- Perform frequent vital signs and focused patient assessments
- Interpret cardiac telemetry and recognize rhythm changes
- Administer IV medications, titrated drips, and blood products per protocol
- Manage patients with complex conditions (cardiac, respiratory, post-op, sepsis, etc.)
- Respond promptly to patient deterioration and initiate rapid response when needed
- Manage oxygen therapy, non-invasive ventilation (BiPAP/CPAP), and airway support
- Care for central lines, PICC lines, arterial lines, and drains
- Monitor lab values and report critical results
- Perform wound care and manage surgical sites
- Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and discharge plans
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other team members
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately
- Maintain infection control and patient safety practices
- Assist with transfers to ICU or lower-acuity units as patient condition changes
- Provide emotional support to patients and families
PCA
Mary and Elizabeth Hospital
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records.
- Supported mobility by assisting patients during transfers and ambulation.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices and health maintenance.
- Responded promptly to patient needs, enhancing overall satisfaction levels.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
Certified Medical Assistant
Proactive MD
07.2019 - 09.2023
- Supported patient intake by collecting medical histories and updating electronic health records.
- Assisted in clinical procedures, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Managed appointment scheduling, enhancing patient flow and reducing wait times.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to deliver quality patient care and improve service delivery.
- Conducted routine lab tests, maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, fostering understanding and adherence to medical advice.
- Streamlined administrative tasks, improving efficiency in documentation processes and office operations.
- Trained new staff on policy compliance and operational procedures to enhance team performance.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
PCA
UofL Hospital
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
ATA College
Louisville, KY05.2025
High School Diploma - Core40
Charlestown High School
Charlestown, IN06.2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Critical care
- EMR systems
- Performing ekgs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Norton Healthcare Audubon Hospital
05.2025 - Current
PCA
Mary and Elizabeth Hospital
09.2023 - 06.2025
Certified Medical Assistant
Proactive MD
07.2019 - 09.2023
PCA
UofL Hospital
01.2016 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
ATA College
High School Diploma - Core40
Charlestown High School