Bethany Keenan
Thornton,CO
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with patient triage and emergency intervention. Utilizes critical thinking and rapid response to manage acute medical situations effectively. Known for strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
CommonSpirit Health
10.2024 - Current
- Manages triage to prioritize patient needs with a variety of different medical conditions and illnesses in high-stress environments.
- Collaborates with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Facilitates clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment.
- Administers medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitors for responses.
- Educates patients and families on discharge instructions and follow-up care plans.
Clinical Assistant
Childrens Hospital Colorado
10.2021 - 07.2024
- Obtains vital signs, monitors intake and output, assists with ADL's, and reports changes to RN
- Provides quality care with the best interest and well-being of patients and their families in mind
- Assists RN with medical procedures, admissions, and discharges
- Provides compassionate care to patients and families, bringing any supplies needed
- Plays a role in the interdisciplinary team with substantial communication and teamwork
- Maintains a safe environment by keeping it organized, side rails up, and bed in lowest position
- Documents vital signs, intake and output, ADL'S, and suctioning in Epic
Caregiver
Always Best Care
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Provided companionship for clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO05.2024
Certified Nurse Aide -
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO05.2021
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Compassion and empathy
- Intake and discharge
Certification
- PALS- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ALS- Advanced Life Support
- TNCC- Trauma Nursing Core Course
- BLS- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
CommonSpirit Health
10.2024 - Current
Clinical Assistant
Childrens Hospital Colorado
10.2021 - 07.2024
Caregiver
Always Best Care
05.2021 - 08.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Front Range Community College
Certified Nurse Aide -
Front Range Community College