Christy King
La Grange,GA
Summary
Dedicated, hardworking , compassionate baccalaureate prepared nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Reliable and ethical provider with ability to stay calm and intervene during crises, facilitate groups and educational seminars and collaborate on multidisciplinary teams. Proven ability to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians and other medical professionals. Bringing 10+ year record of success in nursing and desiring a Registered Nurse position in order to provide continuous quality care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Services Coordinator, BSN, RN
Troup County School System
08.2012 - Current
- Coordinating care of 12,000+ students
- Supervise and Monitor nursing personnel consisting of 17 employees
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff, physicians and families to assess and meet individual student needs.
- Health record auditing
- Instructed staff in proper medication administration, chronic disease management and documentation techniques.
- Strengthened training and knowledge of unlicensed personnel by providing direct supervision, and ongoing staff development to employees.
- Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of all students and staff.
- Identified areas of improvement for health services delivery by conducting thorough audits of existing processes.
- Developed and maintained electronic record management systems to analyze and process data.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams during case conferences discussing optimal approaches towards individualized care plans.
RN Charge Nurse PRN
Twin Fountains Nursing Home
10.2019 - Current
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Behavioral Health Charge RN
Pathways Behavioral Health
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Work closely with psychiatrist to coordinate individuals care related to their individualized treatment plan
- Administration of oral and intramuscular injectable medications while monitoring side effects
- Utilization review
- Administer annual staff Tb and Flu shot.
- Coached team members on productivity strategies, policy updates and performance improvement plans to accomplish challenging goals.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
RN Staff Nurse
Piedmont Newnan Hospital
03.2017 - 03.2018
- Night shift RN on Med/Surg floor and Geriatric unit.
- Responsibilities included assessments, medication education, and documentation.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 20-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 7 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
RN Care Coordinator
Ansley Park Health & Rehabilitation 450 Newnan Lakes Blvd
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions post hospitalization.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Urgent Care Registered Nurse
ER Alternative
05.2014 - 11.2015
- Educated patients on proper aftercare procedures, potential complications, and necessary follow-up appointments to promote long-term health and recovery.
- Liaised with physicians on discharge plans and created outpatient instructions for patients not admitted to hospital.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and empathetic nursing care to individuals in need.
- Streamlined the triage process to prioritize urgent cases and allocate resources effectively for optimal patient outcomes.
- Reduced wait times by implementing effective time management strategies and multitasking abilities in a high-stress environment.
- Ensured accurate documentation for each patient visit, maintaining thorough records of medical history, vital signs, and treatment outcomes.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
06.2011 - 09.2012
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough preoperative assessments and effectively communicating with the surgical team.
- Minimized complications during surgery by assisting surgeons in maintaining a sterile field and passing instruments efficiently.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information by maintaining electronic health records in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Prepared, implemented and evaluated nursing care for patients through each step of surgical procedure.
- Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical experience.
- Safeguarded confidential patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Performed interventions to assist patient in returning to normothermia at conclusion of immediate postoperative period.
- Facilitated successful surgeries by setting up equipment properly, positioning patients correctly, and performing necessary counts of instruments and supplies before each procedure.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to new technologies and equipment within the operating room, enhancing efficiency and accuracy during surgeries.
- Supported surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanor, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Herzing University
Dearborn, MI08.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Birmingham, United States08.2010
Licence Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Southern Union State Community College
Wadley, AL05.2003
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Communication
- Detail Oriented
- People Person
- Care Plan Development
- Evidence-based Leadership
- Medication Administration
- EMR / EHR
- Seasoned in medical clinical procedures
- Staff Management
- Case Management
- Patient and family advocacy
- Strong clinical judgment
- Data Entry
Affiliations
- 8/2012-Present: Georgia Association of School Nurses
- 8/2012-Present: National Association of School Nurses
- 8/2020-Troup County Board of Health
- 8/2019-School Based Health Clinic Advisory Board Member
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified (BLS) American Heart Association
- CPR Heartsaver Instructor AHA
Timeline
RN Charge Nurse PRN
Twin Fountains Nursing Home
10.2019 - Current
Behavioral Health Charge RN
Pathways Behavioral Health
10.2017 - 10.2019
RN Staff Nurse
Piedmont Newnan Hospital
03.2017 - 03.2018
RN Care Coordinator
Ansley Park Health & Rehabilitation 450 Newnan Lakes Blvd
10.2015 - 01.2017
Urgent Care Registered Nurse
ER Alternative
05.2014 - 11.2015
Health Services Coordinator, BSN, RN
Troup County School System
08.2012 - Current
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital
06.2011 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Herzing University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Licence Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Southern Union State Community College
- First Aid/CPR Certified (BLS) American Heart Association
- CPR Heartsaver Instructor AHA
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