Kaitlyn Simpson
Winston-Salem,North Carolina
Summary
Determined and adaptable Registered Nurse with a commitment to personal and professional growth. Leveraging diverse knowledge and skills acquired through travel nursing experiences to positively impact patient care and excel in the Neuro ICU at Novant Health. Excited to return to Novant Health’s Neuro ICU, where I previously worked for two years, as there is no other team that feels like family. Eager to reunite with colleagues and contribute to the exceptional patient care standards.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Senior Quality Care
- Provided personalized assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) to promote patient independence and well-being
- Prepared nutritious meals and maintained a clean and organized living environment to ensure patient comfort and safety
Registered Nurse - Neuro ICU
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
- Provided specialized care to patients with neurological conditions, including assessment, medication administration, and monitoring
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients in the Neuro ICU
- Assisted physicians during procedures and treatments specific to neurological conditions
- Monitored patients’ neurological status and responded promptly to changes in condition
- Educated patients and their families about neurological conditions, treatment plans, and self-care techniques
- Ensured adherence to hospital policies and procedures, as well as regulatory standards, to maintain quality patient care
Travel Nurse
AYA Healthcare
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU setting as a primary specialty
- Demonstrated adaptability and versatility by gaining extensive experience across multiple ICU specialties
- Developed exceptional flexibility in assignment and scheduling, routinely transitioning between different units on a daily basis
- Enhanced interpersonal skills and communication through frequent interaction with diverse patient populations and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Managed patient assignments ranging from 2 to 6 patients per shift, honing time management skills to deliver quality patient care while supporting team members
- Acquired a diverse and extensive skill set compared to prior experience, stemming from exposure to various clinical scenarios and patient populations across different specialties
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
University of North Carolina, Wilmington
Associate's Degree in Nursing -
Surry Community College
01.2021
Prerequisites - Nursing
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC01.2018
Skills
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environments
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
- Currently studying for CCRN Competency Exam
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Senior Quality Care
Registered Nurse - Neuro ICU
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
Travel Nurse
AYA Healthcare
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
University of North Carolina, Wilmington
Associate's Degree in Nursing -
Surry Community College
Prerequisites - Nursing
East Carolina University
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
- Currently studying for CCRN Competency Exam
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