Howard Kevin
Pelahatchie,MS
Summary
I am very compassionate about my job and the care and comfort it provides patients and familys. Ihave continued to learn nursing skills and procedures throughout my career. I feel that my continued growth in the feild of nursing, 27 years of experience and knowledge of policies and procedures will be an asset to the Nurse Supervisor position
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Float Pool
Baptist Medical Center
Jackson , MS
04.2022 - Current
- Work in all ICUs,ED,Stepdown units also filled in in Central Intake,Rapid Response,and Supervisor
House Supervisor
St Dominic of Jackson
Jackson, MS
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Directed emergency response and crisis interventions.
- Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
- Conducted regular rounds on nursing units to assess staffing levels, safety protocols and patient satisfaction.
Rapid Response Nurse
St. Dominic Of Jackson Ms.
Jackson , Ms.
04.2016 - 01.2020
- I worked closely with all nurses and doctors to provide the best care for all patients and family members. I utilized every opportunity to educate the nurses and to help improve their skills and knowledge in any situation involving patient care and treatment.I formed a rapport with every nurse i came in contact with which helped them feel comfortable to ask questions and seek help in their everyday patient care. I used my knowledge,22 years of experience,and my wide range of skills to offer my patients the best care St. Dominic can offer. When i am at work at St. Dominic i strive to make this the best hospital and to provide the best care to our patients and their family.
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Engaged in problem solving initiatives to resolve conflicts between staff or patients.
- Oversaw daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning tasks, monitoring workflow .
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St. Dominic Of Jackson Ms.
01.2009 - 04.2016
- Diagnosed and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information used to create focused treatment plans and manage ongoing care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
Emergency Room Nurse Manager
Lackey Memorial Hospital
Forest, MS
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Kept close eye on department operations to maintain effective coverage of all needs.
- Received and researched complaints from families, patients and clinical staff in order to resolve concerns to full satisfaction.
- Oversaw nursing operations for emergency Room , delivering leadership, assistance and management for staff of 25
- Managed performance of nursing staff of 25 by reviewing task completion, prioritization and reports.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
St. Dominic Of Jackson
Jackson, Ms.
05.1998 - 01.2005
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
- Called upon physicians to give updates on patient care.
- Took care of critically ill patients
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS05.1998
Skills
Great Assessment Skills
Knowledge of Nursing process
- Patient evaluations
- HIPAA requirements
- Heavy caseloads
- Any and all skills required in nursing care
ICU float pool Baptist Jackson Ms
- Work in all ICUs,ED,Stepdown,Supervisor Rapid Response and central intake
Certification
- Critical Care Registered Nurse
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Course
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Advanced Stroke Life Support
- Advanced Stroke Life Support Instructor
- Rapid Response Nurse
Timeline
ICU Float Pool
Baptist Medical Center
04.2022 - Current
House Supervisor
St Dominic of Jackson
01.2020 - 04.2022
Rapid Response Nurse
St. Dominic Of Jackson Ms.
04.2016 - 01.2020
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St. Dominic Of Jackson Ms.
01.2009 - 04.2016
Emergency Room Nurse Manager
Lackey Memorial Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2009
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
St. Dominic Of Jackson
05.1998 - 01.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
East Central Community College