DRUE (KLUEMPER) MCKINNEY
Franklin,IN
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Charge Nurse
IU Health
04.2021 - Current
- Educated patients and families on induction, procedures, labor, and antepartum/postpartum care
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding on staff nurses, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with administrators for procedure scheduling and staffing needs.
- Triaged and cared for patients in a ten bed obstetrical emergency department
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Registered Charge Nurse
IU Health
07.2019 - 04.2021
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments, and possible outcomes
- Identified deviations and wellness changes and made recommendations, adjustments, and reports
- Recognized changes requiring nursing intervention and implemented appropriate care to reduce risks
- Trained newly graduated registered nurses in the correct nursing procedures and performance strategies.
Patient Care Intern
Union Hospital
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Attended to comfort of patients by adjusting bed settings, completing timely turns, and repositioning individuals with utmost care
- Maintained patients' hygiene by assisting with baths and toileting
- Monitored intake of food and medication and alerted staff to deterioration in patient conditions
- Acted empathetically with patients to brighten outlooks, frequently engaging individuals in conversation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN05.2019
Skills
- Patient Care Management
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Staff Training
- Treatment Recommendations
Accomplishments
2023 Riley Hospital for Children Nurse Excellence Award winner
Certification
BLS/ACLS/NRP
Timeline
Registered Charge Nurse
IU Health
04.2021 - Current
Registered Charge Nurse
IU Health
07.2019 - 04.2021
Patient Care Intern
Union Hospital
05.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana State University