Amy Kelly
Darlington,SC
Summary
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
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly completing documentation and communicating effectively with medical staff.
- Improved patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Nurse Extern
McLeod Regional Medical Center
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Improved patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized nursing plans.
- Enhanced communication between interdisciplinary teams for better patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with specimen collection and handled appropriately to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
McLeod Regional Medical Center
03.2017 - 05.2019
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeastern Technical College
Cheraw, SC05.2020
High School Diploma -
Darlington
Darlington06.2010
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Supply Restocking
- Wound Care
- Precepting
- Chart updating
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Emergency Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient Assessment
- Chest pain management
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
Certification
- PALS
- ACLS
- BLS
- TNCC
- CPI
- NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
Nurse Extern
McLeod Regional Medical Center
05.2020 - 09.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
McLeod Regional Medical Center
03.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeastern Technical College
High School Diploma -
Darlington