Christina S Kimber
Danville,PA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 17 years of experience in Women's Health and patient triaging,medication administration and patient assessments. Working both in patient Labor and Delivery Unit and out patient Women's Health Obstetrics and Gynecology for duration of licensure. Proven ability to lead quality improvement initiatives, educate patients, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive exceptional patient care. Also practicing as a Healthy Beginning Care Coordinator providing support services, and comprehensive support during pregnancy.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Geisinger Medical Center
Danville, PA
05.2006 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Assisted in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency of patient records.
- Led training sessions on emergency response protocols for nursing staff compliance.
- 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.
- 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.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Nursing Assistant
Geisinger Medical Center
Danville, PA
2005 - 2006
- Assisted nurses with patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Supported patients with daily living activities, enhancing their quality of life.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to deliver effective patient-centered care.
- Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records systems.
Pediatric Receptionist
Geisinger Medical Center
Danville, PA
2000 - 2005
- Greeted patients and visitors, providing excellent customer service and directing inquiries appropriately.
- Managed phone calls, scheduling appointments, and maintaining organized patient records.
- Assisted healthcare staff with administrative tasks to ensure efficient office operations.
- Handled confidential patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Geisinger Medical Center
Danville, PA
1998 - 1998
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Processed medical information requests while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Assisted in auditing and updating health information for accuracy and completeness.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to resolve discrepancies in patient data.
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA06-2005
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Licensed RN
- Precepting
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Procedure preparations
- Patient counseling
- Removing sutures
- Call triaging
Certification
Healthy Beginnings RN Care Coordinator through the state of Pennsylvania. As an experienced nurse care coordinators operates as an enhanced prenatal care program designed to provide comprehensive support during pregnancy and up to 60-90 days post-delivery through the Healthy Beginnings Care Plus Program in Pennsylvania.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Geisinger Medical Center
05.2006 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Geisinger Medical Center
2005 - 2006
Pediatric Receptionist
Geisinger Medical Center
2000 - 2005
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Geisinger Medical Center
1998 - 1998
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Pennsylvania State University
20 Year Service Award
Appreciated through Geisinger Health System for loyalty, diligence and dedicated performance during my 20 year tenure.