Julya Kerr
Salem
Summary
Proven leader and adaptable communicator, excelled at North Columbus Surgery Center by enhancing patient satisfaction and fostering a supportive team environment. Demonstrated critical thinking and organizational abilities, significantly improving operational efficiency. Skilled in emergency management and patient advocacy, ensuring high-quality care and safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Supervisor
North Columbus Surgery Center
2024.01 - Current
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
Licensed Practical Nurse
North Columbus Surgery Center
2022.06 - 2024.01
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Trained efficiently in Pre-Op, Intra-Op and PACU.
Certified Substitute Teacher 7-12
Kelly Services
2020.01 - 2021.05
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Food Service Industry
The Loft Restaurant
2014.05 - 2017.04
- Circulated kitchen area to receive work assignments and identify support tasks.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Replenished condiments, beverages and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Mountain Lake Services
2010.01 - 2014.04
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Phenix City, AL12.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Phenix City, AL05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
SUNY College At Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY05.2014
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Organizational abilities
- Safety awareness
- Leadership
- Time management
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Flexibility
Certification
- BLS,ACLS,PALS Certifications
Timeline
RN Supervisor
North Columbus Surgery Center
2024.01 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
North Columbus Surgery Center
2022.06 - 2024.01
Certified Substitute Teacher 7-12
Kelly Services
2020.01 - 2021.05
Food Service Industry
The Loft Restaurant
2014.05 - 2017.04
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Mountain Lake Services
2010.01 - 2014.04
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
SUNY College At Plattsburgh
- BLS,ACLS,PALS Certifications
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