Kandace Summerlin

Progressive Care Unit, Caseload 1:4

• Delivered high-quality patient care during emergency situations, remaining calm under pressure and effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
• Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.

Trauma Intensive Care Unit, Caseload 1:3

Medical Intensive Care Unit, Caseload 1:3

• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
• Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs, lab results, and clinical data, promptly addressing any changes in condition.
• Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging moments, fostering trust and open communication.
• Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and incorporating individualized treatment plans.
• Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations, offering constructive feedback and fostering a positive learning environment.
• Provided end-of-life care for terminally ill patients, ensuring their comfort and dignity were preserved while supporting family members through the grieving process.

Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit, Caseload 1:5

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
• Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.

Medical / Neurological Intensive Care Unit, Caseload 1:3

• Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs, lab results, and clinical data, promptly addressing any changes in condition.
• Assisted physicians during rounds by reporting pertinent information about each patient''s progress or complications that arose overnight.
• Reduced ICU readmission rates by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up support to patients and their families.
• Identified areas of improvement within the unit through routine audits; made recommendations for process enhancements that ultimately increased efficiency levels.
• Maintained accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and evaluations using electronic medical records systems.
• Served as a resource nurse for new staff members, offering guidance on complex cases or specific unit policies/procedures when needed.
• Effectively prioritized tasks in high-stress situations while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure, ensuring efficient patient care delivery.
• Administered medication, managed IV lines, and operated life-support equipment for optimal patient safety and comfort.
• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.

Medical / Neurological Intensive Care Unit, Caseload 1:2

• Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
• Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
• Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
• Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
• Served as a liaison between physicians, family members, and patients on complex end-of-life decisions within the intensive care unit.
• Coordinated timely responses to rapid response calls within the hospital facility leading to quicker intervention strategies for deteriorating patients.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the ICU setting.
• Mentored new ICU nurses, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance their professional growth and development.
• Promoted continuous professional development among nursing staff by encouraging participation in educational opportunities both internally and externally.

Oncology Medical-Surgical Unit, Caseload 1:5

• Administered chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
• Mentored new oncology nurses, sharing knowledge gained from years of experience in specialized cancer care settings.
• Coordinated complex care plans, working closely with case managers, social workers, and financial counselors to optimize patient outcomes.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based oncology nursing practices.
• Participated in continuous learning opportunities to stay current on advancements in oncology treatments and nursing techniques.
• Established rapport with diverse patient populations by demonstrating empathy and understanding during difficult periods of illness or treatment.
• Maintained detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes using electronic health record systems.
• Enhanced quality of care through close collaboration with interdisciplinary medical teams.
• Provided emotional support for patients and families coping with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
• Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
• Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
• Developed individualized care plans to address the unique needs of each patient undergoing cancer treatment.
• Promoted patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols throughout all aspects of cancer treatment administration.