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Colten Kenady

Buffalo,Missouri

Summary

I am a dedicated and highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I'm a Nurse with a strong background in critical care settings, in MICU/CCU, and COVID-19 Tower at Cox Health. Possessing advanced training in using electronic health records, with 5 years of proficiency in Cerner EMR and 2 years of Epic EMR experience at Mercy Hospital. Completed a Nursing Informatics Class at Cox College to enhance skills in healthcare technology. Skilled in managing critically ill patients, administering complex medication regimens, and responding effectively to rapid changes in patient conditions. Demonstrates exceptional assessment and critical thinking abilities, with a proven track record of providing optimal care and support to patients and families in high-acuity situations. Collaborative team player with a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse

Cox South MICU
Springfield, MO
06.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
  • Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
  • Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
  • Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.

Nurse Extern

Cox South MICU
Springfield, MO
01.2023 - 03.2024

Nursing Assistant

Cox Health South
Springfield, MO
06.2018 - 05.2023
  • Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
  • Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.

Nurse Assistant

Cox South Pediatrics
Springfield, MO
01.2022 - 08.2022

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO
05-2023

High School Diploma -

Buffalo High School
Buffalo, MO
05-2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Cox College
Springfield, MO

Skills

  • Healthcare Team Collaboration
  • Collaborative Care Planning
  • Patient Treatment Planning
  • Patient Counseling
  • Computer Literate
  • Analyzing Documentation
  • Charting And Documentation
  • Vitals Documentation
  • Care Recordkeeping
  • Electronic Health Records Systems
  • Electronic Charting
  • Cerner Emr Software (5 years of experience with working at Cox South)
  • Epic Emr Software (2 years at Mercy Hospital at clinicals along with multiple training classes and test)
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Patient Admission

Accomplishments

  • National Honor society member In Nursing school

Certification

  • Nursing Licenses-2023024288
  • Nursing Assistant Certifications through Cox Health.
  • ALS/BLS Certification
  • NIH stroke certification

Timeline

Nurse

Cox South MICU
06.2023 - Current

Nurse Extern

Cox South MICU
01.2023 - 03.2024

Nurse Assistant

Cox South Pediatrics
01.2022 - 08.2022

Nursing Assistant

Cox Health South
06.2018 - 05.2023

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Southwest Baptist University

High School Diploma -

Buffalo High School

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Cox College
Colten Kenady