Elise Koech
Lee's Summit,MO
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Hardworking nursing professional bringing 10+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to patients. Knowledgeable about requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Patient-oriented Nurse with 10+ years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise Telemetry, PCU, Stepdown, medical surgical specialty. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Travel
Research Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
- Facilitated smooth transitions between assignments by quickly acclimating to new facilities'' policies, procedures, culture, electronic medical record systems, and staff dynamics.
- Contributed to a decrease in pressure ulcers among bedridden patients through diligent repositioning techniques and skin assessment skills.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as lumbar punctures, central line placements, or endotracheal intubations ensuring optimal results for patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, promoting coping mechanisms and positive thinking strategies.
- Increased efficiency in wound care management by staying up-to-date on cutting-edge treatments and dressings options.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various clinical settings while maintaining consistent excellence in nursing practice as a travel nurse.
- Decreased medication errors by implementing stringent safety protocols and double-checking medications before administration.
- Promoted health maintenance among chronically ill patients by providing thorough patient education on disease processes, self-care measures, and medication administration techniques.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through comprehensive discharge planning and thorough patient education.
- Maintained professional growth and development through participation in continuing education courses, conferences, seminars, and certification programs related to travel nursing.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Travel Registered Nurse
Saint Luke's Hospital
07.2018 - 05.2024
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, including central line placements, lumbar punctures, and thoracenteses.
- Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Contributed to higher standards of care within the facility by mentoring new nurses and sharing best practices from prior experiences in various clinical settings.
- Promoted continuity of care for patients undergoing frequent facility transfers by coordinating seamless hand-offs between nursing staff members.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between facilities by effectively communicating pertinent patient information to receiving staff members.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Expedited the admission process for incoming patients by swiftly assessing their needs and assigning them to appropriate units.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the department by consistently seeking feedback from colleagues and incorporating constructive suggestions into daily practice.
- Optimized resource utilization within the department by proactively identifying areas for cost reduction without compromising quality of care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Registered Nurse
Truman Medical Center- Hospital Hill
05.2016 - 01.2022
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Registered Nurse
John Knox Village Care Center
04.2014 - 07.2017
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO12.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO01.2009
GED -
Hoover High School
Hoover, AL07.2006
Skills
- Central Line Management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Total Parenteral Nutrition
- Telemetry monitoring
- Urinary Catheterization
- Diabetes management
- Palliative Care
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention
- Tracheostomy Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient examinations
- Patient Education
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Wound Care
- Patient Assessments
- Immunization Administration
- Medication Administration
- Cardiac monitoring
- Care Plan Development
- Patient Assessment
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Family Education
- Medication and IV administration
- Compassionate and Caring
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Decision-Making
- Patient Care Assessment
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient and family advocacy
- Vitals monitoring
- Clear Patient Communication
- Intravenous therapy
- Delegation and Motivation
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Infection Control
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- CPR/AED
- Accurate Documentation
- Care Coordination
- Documentation
- Collecting vitals
- Intake and discharge
- Patient Examination
- Cardiac monitors
- Training staff
- Procedure Assistance
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Insulin medication assistance
- Sanitation
- Equipment Sterilization
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Diet and Nutrition
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Preventive Healthcare
- Acute care expertise
- Routine Examinations
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Preventive health
- EMR / EHR
- Unit Oversight
- Patient consultation
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Treatment Recommendations
Certification
Basic life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac life Support (ACLS)
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Travel
Research Medical Center
05.2024 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Saint Luke's Hospital
07.2018 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse
Truman Medical Center- Hospital Hill
05.2016 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
John Knox Village Care Center
04.2014 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
Southwest Baptist University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ozarks Technical Community College
GED -
Hoover High School
Basic life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac life Support (ACLS)
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
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