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Dorothy Kennedy

Cherryville,NC

Summary

Seasoned RN with a proven track record at Atrium Health and Caromont Regional Medical Center, specializing in critical care and medication therapy. Demonstrates exceptional collaboration and communication skills, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety. Expert in research utilization and advanced life support, significantly enhancing patient outcomes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

RN, Critical Care

Atrium Health
Lincolnton, NC
12.2024 - Current
  • Managed ventilator operations.
  • Performed detailed data reviews to anticipate trends in patient care.
  • Proficient in managing critical drips including those for blood pressure, insulin, and cardiac support.
  • Collaborated effectively with colleagues to achieve objectives.
  • Distributed tasks among team members efficiently.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols.
  • Ensured strict compliance with infection control protocols to protect patients, staff, and visitors.

Staff Nurse

Caromont Regional Medical Center
Gaston, NC
10.2021 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking in collaboration with providers and staff for optimal interprofessional work environment.
  • Customized treatment plans tailored to patient-specific needs and conditions.
  • Counseled patients on lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.

Atrium Health- Shelby
Shelby
12.2017 - 01.2019
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary team to provide quality and safe care to patients
  • Skilled in patient education with a focus on thorough documentation of medical records.

Education

BSN -

Grand Canyon University
12.2024

ADN -

Catawba Valley Community College
06.2023

LPN -

Gaston College
08.2017

Skills

  • Research Utilization
  • Strong knowledge of medication therapy
  • Drug interactions
  • Side effects
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Accuracy in medication dispensing
  • Record-keeping
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare providers
  • Ability to collaborate with team members
  • Basic life support
  • Advanced cardiac life support

Activities

  • Member of NSNA, National Student Nurses Association
  • Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

Timeline

RN, Critical Care

Atrium Health
12.2024 - Current

Staff Nurse

Caromont Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - Current

Atrium Health- Shelby
12.2017 - 01.2019

BSN -

Grand Canyon University

ADN -

Catawba Valley Community College

LPN -

Gaston College

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