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Kalandra Fenster

Riviera Beach,FL

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

JFK Medical Center Main Campus
12.2021 - Current
  • 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.
  • Monitored patient responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to 7 patients concurrently with focus on quality care.

Unit Secretary

JFK Medical Center Main Campus
10.2016 - 12.2021
  • Maintained patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA regulations.
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Maintained rapport with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel.
  • Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
  • Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
  • Provided information for patient admissions and discharges to foster timely processing.
  • Executed administrative duties to facilitate unit tasks and meet team goals.
  • Processed lab paperwork and requests according to physicians' orders.
  • Transcribed doctors' medication orders, lab test requests, and care plans.
  • Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.

Patient Care Technician

JFK Medical Center Main Campus
05.2014 - 10.2016
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Academy of Nursing And Health Occupations
West Palm Beach, FL
10.2021

High School Diploma -

Palm Beach Lakes High School
West Palm Beach, FL
05.2010

Skills

  • Physical Assessment
  • Resource Allocation
  • IV Drug Therapy Management
  • Team Coordination
  • Evaluation
  • Administering Immunizations
  • Medication Administration
  • EMR Systems
  • Staff Supervision
  • Mental Health Care
  • Performing EKGs

Affiliations

  • American Nurses Association (ANA) Member

Certification

  • Cardiac Step Down Nurse License -1 Year
  • ACLS Training - 4 Years
  • CPI Training - 8 Years
  • BLS Training - 13 Years

Timeline

Registered Nurse

JFK Medical Center Main Campus
12.2021 - Current

Unit Secretary

JFK Medical Center Main Campus
10.2016 - 12.2021

Patient Care Technician

JFK Medical Center Main Campus
05.2014 - 10.2016

Associate of Science - Nursing

Academy of Nursing And Health Occupations

High School Diploma -

Palm Beach Lakes High School

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