Holly Kincaid
Victoria,TX
Summary
Dynamic Cath Lab and ICU nurse bringing over 25 years of experience treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Expert multi-tasker capable of prioritizing clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced critical settings. Recent experience gained working in a remote environment enhancing computer skills and strengthening multi-faceted virtual communication through means such as TEAMS, video conferencing and live calls with interdisciplinary healthcare providers.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse (Remote)
Valenz
04.2022 - Current
- Examined medical treatments and interventions to avoid payment denial and optimize reimbursements by assessing the treatment's appropriateness, effectiveness, timing and medical necessity.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Conduct case reviews for prospective, concurrent and retrospective authorizations. Reviewing clinical documentation for medical necessity against current medical criteria for the performance of services or scheduled procedures.
Registered Nurse -Cardiac Cath Lab
Detar Healthcare System
06.2005 - 06.2020
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including Cath Lab and EP procedures as the charge nurse.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy and completeness, progress towards core measurable targets, and completion of appropriate patient health education.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Educated patients and family members on health conditions including prognosis and treatment.
- Applied nursing experience through independent direct patient care, including administering conscious sedation, to meet needs of cardiac patients in challenging Cath Lab environment.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff through strict adherence to infection control protocols and guidelines for radiation safety.
- Reduced the risk of complications through meticulous attention to sterile techniques and proper equipment handling.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests such as angiograms and electrophysiology studies to provide accurate data for treatment decisions.
- Skillfully managed complex patient cases involving multiple comorbidities while maintaining high-quality nursing care standards.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and thorough education on cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Played an integral role in the successful implementation of new nursing protocols and procedures within the Cardiac Cath Lab setting.
- Exhibited strong leadership skills by serving as a preceptor to new nurses, sharing knowledge of best practices in Cardiac Cath Lab care.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann Medical Center
06.2003 - 06.2005
- Provided targeted care and treatment to cardiac patients.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterial lines, vasoactive drugs and titrations, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, management of ventilators and chest tubes.
- Performed patient treatment according to urgency of condition while multitasking and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff to ensure effective and safe care to promote better outcomes.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, evidence-based care in a fast-paced Cardiac ICU setting.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Citizens Medical Center
06.1998 - 06.2003
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnosis, disease management, preventative measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Developed vital critical thinking skills necessary to interpret the fluctuating needs of patients.
- Responded efficiently to medical emergencies within the hospital setting, providing life-saving interventions as needed.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies while maintaining strict sterile technique.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for critically ill patients.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment, adhering to infection control protocols and promoting patient comfort.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and satisfaction scores.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic findings to promptly identify changes in patient condition.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05.1998
Skills
- Medication Administration, titration of cardiac drips, management of conscious sedation
- Patient and family advocacy
- Collecting vitals, and responding to fluctuations
- Chart audits and database collection
- Cardioversions
- Tilt table tests
- Strong clinical judgement
- Dobutamine and Nuclear Stress Tests
- Scrub, monitor and circulate all Cath and EP procedures
- Charge nurse for ICU, Cath Lab and EP for over 15 years
- Mac Lab superuser and data entry
- IABP, Impella, Rotablator, CSI, Angiojet, IVUS, FFR
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Remote)
Valenz
04.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse -Cardiac Cath Lab
Detar Healthcare System
06.2005 - 06.2020
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann Medical Center
06.2003 - 06.2005
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Citizens Medical Center
06.1998 - 06.2003
Associate of Arts - Nursing
University of South Dakota
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