Versatile Registered Nurse with over 25 years of bedside experience from CNA to RN. Delivering high-quality care to patients in Acute and Subacute settings. Proven leader, skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Prime Healthcare Services
Kansas City, MO
09.2022 - Current
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Utilized in Float Pool positions throughout 4 hospitals in units ranging from Med/Surg through CCU. Acted as unit charge or floor nurse as needs demanded. Currently staffed in at St John's Med/Tele, as unit charge.
Travel Agency RN
Cascade Health Services
North Kansas City, MO
10.2020 - 09.2022
The bulk of my contract work was inside Prime Health facilities, leading to my eventual full time employment there.
RN in ICU, Telemetry, Med/Tele, and Med/Surg settings
Responded promptly to patient requests for assistance or information regarding their condition or treatment plan.
Followed established policies related to performance improvement, attendance, safety and environmental and infection-control guidelines.
Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented changes in patient's conditions accurately in the EHR system.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care services based on individualized needs.
Inpatient RN Community Hospital and Rehab Institute
Saint Luke’s Health System
Overland Park, KS
09.2019 - 10.2020
Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
Non-Critical Float Pool
Overland Park Regional Medical Center
Overland Park, Kansas
11.2018 - 08.2019
Professional Nursing Care to patients on Medical-surgical, Telemetry, and Ortho/Neuro/Trauma floors
Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress notes, medication administration records and other pertinent information in the electronic medical record system.
Participated in daily huddles with the healthcare team to discuss current census, staffing assignments and patient status updates.
Implemented infection control policies according to hospital guidelines.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing compassionate care to patients.
Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced, high acuity environment.
Assisted with admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
Floor RN/Relief Charge RN
Select Specialty Hospital
Kansas City, Kansas
02.2018 - 09.2018
I performed floor nursing at the Research location prior to my transfer to the KCK location where I acted as floor RN/Relief Charge RN.
Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
Admission POC/daily continuation et update of POC, Care of actively weaning ventilator patients, Initiation, titration and maintenance of critical drips, Wound care and treatment, including NPWT, Charge RN duties PRN including staffing, QI items
Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Neosho County Community College
Ottawa
12-2010
Skills
Kansas Compact Licensed RN
Patient and family focused
Strong clinical judgment
Charge nurse and Supervisor experience
Involved in team and development programs
Critical Care
Nursing Staff Leadership
Patient and Family Advocacy
Intake and Discharge
Strong Clinical Judgment
Professional References
Emily Young, RN, 913) 634-6442, Providence Medical Center-PCU
Kathy McMullin, Executive Director, 913) 233-9601, Sunrise of Leawood
Nikki Woodworth, MSN, 913) 230-5953, St Luke’s Rehabilitation Hospital
Tina Coulstring, RN, 816) 853-6005, Select Specialty Hospital at Research
Licensing Information
13-114165-062, 6/2025, 6/2025
Certification
BLS certified
ACLS certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Prime Healthcare Services
09.2022 - Current
Travel Agency RN
Cascade Health Services
10.2020 - 09.2022
Inpatient RN Community Hospital and Rehab Institute
Clinical Documentation Specialist / Coder Auditor at Prime Healthcare ServicesClinical Documentation Specialist / Coder Auditor at Prime Healthcare Services