Bethany Kaiser
De Soto,MO
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessments, medication administration, and ACLS certification. Proven ability to lead patient care initiatives and mentor staff, driving improved patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Barnes Jewish Hospital
St Louis, MO
01.2021 - Current
- Led patient care initiatives, ensuring adherence to best practices and enhancing overall patient outcomes.
- Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance through targeted training programs.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols, increasing efficiency in patient management and reducing hospital readmission rates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Conducted assessments and evaluations, providing critical insights that informed clinical decision-making and treatment strategies.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, enhancing accuracy and minimizing potential errors in drug delivery.
Register Nurse
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, Illinois
03.2018 - 01.2021
- Administered advanced burn care treatments in high-acuity environment.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions for optimal recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes in critical care.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and procedures.
CNA
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, Illinois
03.2010 - 03.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rochester High School
Rochester, IllinoisAssociate of Science -
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, ILBachelor of Science -
Southern University of Edwardsville
Edwardsville, ILSkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Wound care
- Patient monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Staff supervision
Certification
- TNCC
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Barnes Jewish Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Register Nurse
Memorial Medical Center
03.2018 - 01.2021
CNA
Memorial Medical Center
03.2010 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Rochester High School
Associate of Science -
Lincoln Land Community College
Bachelor of Science -
Southern University of Edwardsville