Christan Kirkland

• Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly.
• Developed nursing care plans based on individual needs of each patient.
• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and satisfaction.
• Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
• Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
• Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to appropriate healthcare professionals promptly.
• Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
• Educated patients and family members about proper health maintenance techniques.
• Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps, as required by individual patient needs.
• Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Adapted to different hospital units and practices, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
• Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
• Performed 12-lead electrocardiograms on patients and interpreted results.

• Maintained Insulin and Various Cardiac Drips in Post Open Heart Unit

• Assisted with pulling chest tubes & cardiac pacer wires

• Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
• Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.

• Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
• Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
• Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
• Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
• Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
• Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
• Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.