Kami Faulkner

• Post Liver Transplant Nurse Coordinator from Aug 2006 to Feb 2023. Had my own panel of around 300 post liver transplant recipient patients. Worked with the APRN, Transplant surgeons and hepatologists as well as administrative staff to ensure these patients met their goals successfully post transplant. Helped with administrative work as needed to help build infrastructure and improve flow of work.
• Advice RN and Occupational Health Nurse from 2002 to 2006.
• Critical Care RN from 1995 to 2002
• Assessed patient needs and provided appropriate care under supervision.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to implement patient care plans effectively.
• Assisted in administering medications and monitoring patient responses.
• Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
• Educated patients and families on health management and post-care instructions.
• Maintained a clean and safe environment in compliance with safety protocols.
• Supported routine assessments, including vital signs and physical exams, for patients.
• Engaged in continuing education to enhance nursing knowledge and skills.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
• Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

Provided comprehensive care to active duty and retired veterans, including spouses.

Supervised LVN (91C) staff and medics to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Maintained constant readiness to respond to urgent medical needs and core mission.

Trained new Registered Nurses, boosting team competency and operational readiness.

Monitored medics' work to ensure strict protocol adherence.

Prepared IV antibiotics and medications in the medication room efficiently.

Supported mission as Registered Nurse on surgical and ICU floors, maintaining high standards.

Stayed in continuous readiness to address urgent mission requirements.