Christelyn Palmer
Houston,TX
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care with a proven track record in demonstrating exceptional clinical leadership. Works well with diverse patient populations and multidisciplinary teams while also fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Recognized for enhancing patient outcomes through critical thinking and effective team coordination, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of care. Experience in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
11.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
HCA Kingwood Medical Center
02.2020 - Current
- Mentored and supervised nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development.
- Managed staffing needs by creating schedules, adjusting assignments based on patient acuity levels, and delegating tasks efficiently.
- Facilitated timely discharge planning by collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry advancements while sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency in clinical operations.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical decision-making in all aspects of clinical practice, prioritizing patient safety and wellbeing.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and physicians to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination of patient care.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through continuous monitoring of clinical practice guidelines adherence.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to devise and manage individualized plans of care.
- Educated patients and families on treatment, expected outcomes and discharge instructions, serving as advisory resource to patients and families to facilitate recovery.
- Reviewed charts weekly to complete quality control checks.
- Oversaw admissions and discharges and scheduling of nursing staff.
- Performed head-to-toe physical assessments, prioritizing treatment and delegating assignments to maintain patient flows.
- Initiated care plan and actualized appropriate interventions and treatment.
- Conducted rounds with physicians, advising physicians on patients' conditions and assisting in coordinating diagnostic testing and follow up appointments to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Won Great Catch Award
- Won a Certificate of Excellence award
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Supervised a mixed team of LPN/LVN and RN nurses and clinical nursing assistants.
- Cared for up to 6 patients during day and night shift while managing operations on the unit.
- Directed day-to-day nursing and operational functions for 36 bed Trauma surgical unit ensuring exceptional delivery of care when developing well-rounded nursing teams.
- Manage 6/7 nurses across 36 bed Trauma surgical unit.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12.2020
Associate Of Science -
Lonestar College
Houston, TX05.2018
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Care Planning
- Telemetry monitoring
- ACLS and BLS
- Nursing staff leadership
- Team Coordination
- Performing EKGs
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Intake and discharge
- Chronic Disease Management
- High level of autonomy
- Diabetes management
- Chest pain management
- Cardiac care/ monitoring
- Acute care
- Geriatric Nursing
- Removing sutures
- Mobility Assistance
- Feeding pumps understanding
- Managing deadlines
- Seizure Management
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Clinical judgment/ Critical thinking
- Delegation and Motivation
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Tracheostomy Care
- Unit Oversight
- Procedure Assistance
- Trauma recovery
- Trauma Nursing Core Course
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Nurse Leadership
- Compliance Monitoring
- Effective Communication
- Team building
- Infection Control
Certification
CVRN-BC
CMSRN
Timeline
Registered Nurse
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
11.2022 - Current
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
HCA Kingwood Medical Center
02.2020 - Current
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Lamar University
Associate Of Science -
Lonestar College
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