Carol R Kelly
Silverton
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessment, emergency response, and infection control. Proven ability to manage challenging situations using de-escalation techniques, ensuring high-quality patient care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Oregon Department of Corrections
09.2007 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in high-stress environments.
- Evaluated and documented patient conditions, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Educated inmates on chronic disease management and preventive care strategies to promote wellbeing.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Implemented infection control protocols to minimize health risks within the facility.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and calm emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Educated patients on health management, disease prevention, and medication adherence.
- Participated in emergency response drills, enhancing preparedness for critical situations among staff and inmates.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, and follow-up care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Armstrong State College
Savannah, GA06-1990
Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Effective communication skills
- Calmly responds to urgent/emergent situations
- Experienced in Microsoft Word/Teams/Outlook, Workday Oregon and Fusion EHR
- CPR certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Oregon Department of Corrections
09.2007 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Armstrong State College