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Kelsey Sanderson

Kelsey Sanderson

Lubbock,TX

Summary

Support needs of patients with unsurpassed clinical knowledge and interpersonal communication skills. Texas-licensed healthcare professional passionate about providing culturally competent assistance to every patient. Excellent problem-solving, charting and quality assurance management skills. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

OASIS Nurse

Direct Health Care
06.2024 - Current

As the OASIS data collection nurse I am responsible for admitting all patients that are referred to the company. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and customer service.

  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

RN Floor Nurse and Charge Nurse

University Medical Center
05.2013 - 05.2024
  • Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
  • Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Utilized Cerner to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
  • Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better self management.
  • Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
  • When Charging managed approximately 34 patients at one time

CNA

Medical Arts Hospital
08.2009 - 08.2011
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
  • Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate
  • Managed patient care for 15 bed medical surgical unit as only CNA most shifts

Education

BSN -

Chamberlin University
Chicago, IL
01.2022

ADN program -

Texas State Technical College
Sweetwater, TX
01.2020

No Degree, LVN - Nursing

South Plains College
Levelland, TX
08.2012

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Medication Administration
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medical Records Management
  • Infection Control
  • Problem resolution
  • Charge nurse experience
  • Certified to inject neurotoxin and dermal fillers
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessment
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Patient Education
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient Management
  • Compassionate Care
  • Family Education
  • Wound Management
  • Home Health Care
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Collecting vitals
  • Patient care planning
  • Team Coordination
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Data Collection

Certification

  • CPR Training, 2023
  • BLS Training, 2023

Accomplishments

  • Nominated for a daisy award multiple times since being hired at University Medical Center
  • Received the daisy award 3 times in my career
  • Received employee of the month numerous times
  • Recipient of an All-Star award in 2020

Timeline

OASIS Nurse

Direct Health Care
06.2024 - Current

RN Floor Nurse and Charge Nurse

University Medical Center
05.2013 - 05.2024

CNA

Medical Arts Hospital
08.2009 - 08.2011

BSN -

Chamberlin University

ADN program -

Texas State Technical College

No Degree, LVN - Nursing

South Plains College
  • CPR Training, 2023
  • BLS Training, 2023

Work Availability

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Quote

If you can’t outplay them, outwork them.
Ben Hogan

Zip

79413

City

Lubbock

State

TX

Zip

79413

City

Lubbock
Kelsey Sanderson