Heather Kessler

• Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
• Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.

• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
• Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
• Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, and geriatric ICU patients.
• Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
• Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
• Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
• Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
• Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, IV medications, post operative & extensive wound care.
• Cared for patients on PCU duel two floor-unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
• Identified and assisted with opportunities for performance improvement activities on unit and with other service areas.
• Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs with maintenance of PICC and central lines.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

• Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
• Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
• Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
• Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.

• Coordinate monthly work schedules for all employees
• Directed daily operations at facility
• Trained paramedics and newly hired registered nurses
• Inserted and managed peripheral intravenous lines
• Performed client consults to best suit their nutrient needs
• Resolved conflicts promptly among nurses, paramedics and all other employees to keep workflows on task
• Recruited individuals bringing talent, well-developed skills sets and passion for helping others, effectively building exceptionally gifted team of personnel

• Insertion, maintinece of peripheral IV lines, mixing all intravenous nutrients as a field nurse
• Supervise and direct a team of 14 registered nurses & 2 phone coordinators
• Confidently manages the overall operation of nursing services and client satisfaction, including financial management, quality assurance, safety risk management, teammate satisfaction, quality index scores and facility maintenance
• Investigate, provide and submit information to owners about special incidents, events and customer needs
• Routinely collaborates with owners to improve services and correct any customer issues both internal and external
• Recruiting interviewing, hiring, & coaching new employees
• Provide a monthly and daily schedule for all employees
• Analyzes client feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition as well as areas for improvement
• Streamlined a more efficient audit process to evaluate the thoroughness of documentation and maintenance of company standards
• Maintains staff records, nursing license & certifications, and client medical records, in addition to ensuring distribution of updated policies
• Evaluates and establish standards for selection of new hires & termination of staff
• Preformed data analysis from clients, staff and owners in effort to build a better book of business
• Performs weekly inventory and maintains office, medical supply counts and quality control
• Monitors and control inventory, encompassing daily production, workflow and distribution
• Optimize operational continuity by implementing enhanced inventory documentation
• Build upon communication systems with clients and devise initiatives, resulting in increased sales and improved customer service
• Develop strategic marketing communications, including consumer benefits, clarifying market trends and identifying audiences to target clients for IV hydration
• Maintains & improves working relationships with vendors, venues, suppliers and carriers
• Analyze competitive incentive data and evaluate the impact that data has on the marketplace
• Increase customer engagement through social media
• Analyze and report social media and online marketing campaign results
• Research online structural trends and track health & wellness fluctuations to optimize strategies for short- and long-term campaigns
• Ensure successful outcome of web development strategy by aligning consistent brand messaging and visual designs across all digital outlets
• Manage & maintain a high-skill level in digital marketing platforms such as Facebook, Instagram & Twitter
• Engage online audiences by placing a strong focus on the sales process, providing support in responding to inquiries and comments in a timely and knowledgeable manner
• Develop and implement campaigns for email and online advertising
• Contribute ideas to concept development, strategic planning and business operations
• Analyze usage patterns to understand ways in which customers use company products and services
• Create graphics for effective social media & Google posts
• Create marketing plans that align to the company's goals for long term projected growth

• Communicated with patients perioperatively with pre-surgical instructions and post operative follow up
• Performed Insertion of peripheral IV's & all preoperative paperwork
• Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
• Ensured that each surgical patient received high level of individualized care

• Provided care for children 0 to 18 years old
• Conducted complete medical examinations and evaluated children's health conditions
• Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations
• Documented concerns for physicians to review in advance
• Educated parents on preventive measures to promote disease prevention
• Collaborated with physicians to provide optimal nursing care to patients
• Helped patients to overcome fear and apprehension related to childhood problems and treatment procedures. Provided educational support to patients and families to inform them of procedures

• Identified health issues in an at home setting while maintaining communication with the physician to provide care
• Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings
• Tracked patients' progress through careful reporting and documentation at each visit
• Handled a variety of nursing tasks including medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care
• Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants
• Maintained & changed airways of trach/vent post NICU patients

• Float nurse for telemetry, step down ICU
• Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients
• Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge of both step down ICU, telemetry & Surgical units
• Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow
• Managed 10 patients, providing treatments, IV therapy, oral medications and wound care

• Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients
• Administered oral & IVPB medications, IV line insertion, maintenance of peripheral, PICC & central lines
• Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart
• Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses
• Responded to all cardiac codes and followed through on documentation of patients status
• Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to ensure client satisfaction and compliance with set standards
• Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas, and intracranial hematomas, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrhythmias & post cardiac catheterization
• Scheduled patient admissions and discharges, instructed patients & family members on proper discharge care

• Responsible for monitoring all cardiac algorithms
• Fluent in all cardiac rhythms
• Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients
• Managed all facets of telemetry, including vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tube management

• Pediatric Floor Nurse -all aspects of pediatric nursing
• Provided bedside care and treatment for patients in the Pediatric unit
• Provided care for children, ages 3 months to 10 years
• Maintained trach/vent airways & changed airways as ordered by physician
• Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow
• Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
• Attended all codes & followed up with proper documentation in patients chart

• Adult & Pediatric Emergency nursing level 1 trauma center
• Fluent in all cardiac algorithms
• Evaluated patients suffering from asthma, appendicitis, hernias, cardiac arrhythmia's, pregnancy, miscarriage, gastrointestinal blockages, DIC, orthopedic emergencies etc
• Managed patients with strokes, head traumas, comas, intracranial hematoma's
• Initiated & maintained peripheral IV insertion, blood draws on adults & pediatrics
• Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures
• Documented patient information obtained from interviews
• Assisted in codes & followed up with documentation in patients chart
• Maintained a district of 6-8 patients independently including non emergent to ICU holds for adult & pediatric

All aspects of telemetry floor nursing

All aspects of telemetry floor nursing

Long Term Care floor nurse