Kalyn Adkins
Bushnell,FL
Summary
Experienced with perioperative nursing, ensuring comprehensive patient care before, during, and after surgery. Utilizes strong clinical skills and attention to detail to maintain sterile environments and patient safety. Track record of effective teamwork and communication within surgical units, enhancing overall patient care quality.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
St Lukes at the Villages
05.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes during procedures.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery expectations.
- Led training sessions for new nursing staff on operational protocols and best practices.
- Conducted regular assessments of surgical environments to maintain compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
Registered Nurse
UF Health Freestanding Emergency Department
09.2019 - Current
- Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Assist in the care of traumas, codes, STEMIS, and conscious sedation procedures.
- Perform IV starts and catheterizations.
- Administer medications via several different routes per doctor’s orders.
- Monitor, document, and communicate patient conditions using computerized documentation systems.
- Provide discharge education and instruction on new medications, disease processes, and follow-up appointments.
Customer Service Lead
Winn-Dixie
03.2012 - 08.2019
- Utilizing computers for various applications, such as database management or word processing.
- Compassionately listening to customer complaints and providing solutions to resolve the issue.
- Supervising clerical staff and providing training/orientation to new staff.
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Taylor College
Belleview, FL06.2025
Associates in Arts - undefined
Lake Sumter State College
Leesburg, FL12.2015
Skills
- Time management
- Judgement and decision making
- Critical thinking
- Complex problem solving
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- IV setup
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- RN License # 9520715, Florida Board of Nursing
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association. August 2023
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association. August 2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St Lukes at the Villages
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
UF Health Freestanding Emergency Department
09.2019 - Current
Customer Service Lead
Winn-Dixie
03.2012 - 08.2019
Associates in Arts - undefined
Lake Sumter State College
Associates Degree - Nursing
Taylor College
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