Allison Keeling
Bremen,IN
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Community Hospital Of Bremen
12.2021 - Current
- Streamlined workflow processes within the nursing unit to maximize efficiency while maintaining exceptional patient care standards.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing policies and procedures within the unit and recommended changes based on best practices.
- Served as a strong advocate for patients' rights, ensuring that their needs were met in accordance with ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Nursing Supervisor
Medstat Urgent Care
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Decreased patient wait times by identifying bottlenecks in the admission process and implementing targeted solutions.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Maintained strong commitment to patient care through dedicated case management and treatment delivery.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Confidently directed overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
Staff Nurse
Medstat Urgent Care
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
South Bend, IN05.2017
Skills
- Wound Care
- Pain Management Techniques
- Patient and family advocacy
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Case Management
- Patient Discharge
- Infection control measures
- Patient Assessments
- Basic Life Support
- Attention to Detail
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Intake and discharge
Timeline
Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Community Hospital Of Bremen
12.2021 - Current
Nursing Supervisor
Medstat Urgent Care
01.2019 - 11.2021
Staff Nurse
Medstat Urgent Care
01.2017 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana