Kandice N. Draayer
Medford,OR
Summary
BSN RN; ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS certified
Experience with: Case Management and UR, Oncology, Home Health, Hospice, Critical Care Transport, forensic exams as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner, and Critical Care Transport. Over two years in each of Med-Surg, Neuro-Trauma Surgical ICU, step-down, ER, and OR. BSN, MSN with honors.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN ICU
Providence Medford Medical Center
Medford , OR
12.2021 - Current
- Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
- Personalized bedside care and interactions based on cultural backgrounds of different patients.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
- Documented work in hospital system and updated patients' charts with orders and observations.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
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Providence Medford Medical Center
Medford , OR
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Verified patient information to make licensed staff aware of relevant health factors.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to anticipate needs.
- Used EPIC to process patient information and provide access to relevant data for licensed practitioners.
- Prepped operating rooms by cleaning and replacing supplies to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
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QUEEN OF THE VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
West Covina , CA
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Updated patient charts using Meditech with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Ortho/total joint, Oncology, Neurosurgery/spine, ENT, Gynecology, Pediatric, Urology, General, Vascular, DaVinci Robotic, Trauma, Plastics, and Bariatric cases.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures reduce concerns and provide comfortable and successful experiences.
- Prepared OR by ensuring it met asepsis standards, as well as setting out, organizing and counting all tools and equipment necessary for each procedure.
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to efficiently anticipate needs.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures by retrieving supplies, prepping patient for procedure, supplying medications and fluids as needed.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Periop 101 course and training through AORN completed in 2019.
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
San Gabriel , CA
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of forensic patients in challenging environment.
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
RN Neuro Services Step-Down
QUEEN OF THE VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
West Covina , CA
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes after stroke.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of stroke reoccurrence. Taught patients and families about signs and symptoms of stroke, when to activate EMS, and resources in the community for stroke patients and families.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
- Executed extensive patient exams using the NIHSS protocol.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Chino Valley Medical Center
Chino , CA
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Maintained hospital costs through review of options and standards of care.
- Worked with different disciplines to provide cohesive care to patients.
- Coordinated the allocation of nursing service equipment and supplies within the facility and established guidelines for efficient, economical use.
- Confirmed accurate completion of forms/reports for the admission, transfer and/or discharge of each resident.
- Consistently complied with applicable laws and regulations and ensured facility adhered to Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
- Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to ensure client satisfaction and compliance with set standards.
Clinical Resource Nurse
FOOTHILL PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL
Glendora , CA
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
- Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients.
- Assisted hospital units with nurse breaks, patient care, assessment, medication, and transport as needed.
Registered Nurse ED And MST
SAN DIMAS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
San Dimas , CA
04.2016 - 01.2019
- Medical and surgical patient management, coordination with home health, insurance providers, MD's and transport staff.
- Reporting of vital signs, lab results and symptoms to MD's in order to direct care of stable patients with a goal of getting them home or in to a long term care facility.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation.
- Handle emergencies with a calm and professional demeanor
- Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.
- Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.
Registered Nurse
CENTER FOR THERMAL ONCOLOGY/I2MED
Santa Monica , CA
07.2015 - 05.2016
- Chemotherapy and Supportive Care of the Oncology Patient Duties: Port, PICC and peripheral line access, full nursing assessment, vitals, chemotherapy, and nutritional or supportive IV administration.
- Coordination of care with other private and hospital based care systems.
- Followed infection control procedures.
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
- Cultivated a warm and compassionate atmosphere for patients receiving chemotherapy, wound care and thermal radiation in an infusion treatment facility.
- Completed chemotherapy administration as dictated by the physician's instructions on each patient's chart.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
Registered Nurse
LIFELINE CRITICAL CARE TRANSPORT, Critical Care Transport RN
Los Angeles , CA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Care of the critically ill patient while en route inter-facility, including detailed documentation, maintenance of ventilator and or IV systems en route and report at pick-up and drop-off locations.
- Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
- Closely monitored acute conditions.
Registered Nurse ICU
COTTAGE HOSPITAL
Santa Barbara , CA
03.2011 - 12.2012
- Utilization of nursing best practices, critical thinking in regards to physiology, invasive procedures such as: central lines, chest tubes, ventilators, EVD and ICP monitoring, bedside procedure skills, leadership and organizational skills, team work and individual judgment, and clinical medical knowledge.
- Knowledge of the care of neuro surgical, cardiac, trauma and post general surgical patients in a level two intensive care unit.
- Liaison for SICU to Trauma Services Committee.
- Performed regular assessments on patients to evaluate their health conditions while they were in the ICU.
- Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
- Unit liasion to medical directors of trauma services.
- Participated in clinical team conferences to discuss patient progress, issues and needs.
Registered Nurse Emergency Department
MEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
King City , CA
07.2010 - 03.2011
- Triage, medications, IV insertions, wound care, chest tubes, invasive lines, etc.
- Care for acute trauma, MI, CVA, respiratory failure and other emergencies.
- ACLS, BLS, PALS, MICN, teamwork with physicians.
- Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing.
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
Registered Nurse Emergency Department
TWIN CITIES COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Templeton , CA
08.2008 - 07.2010
- RN Emergency Room Duties: Triage, medications, IV insertions, wound care, chest tubes, invasive lines, etc.
- Care for acute trauma, MI, CVA, respiratory failure and other emergencies.
- ACLS, BLS, PALS, MICN, teamwork with physicians.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
- Created and maintained computerized record management systems to record and process data and generate reports.
- Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ2019
Associate of Arts -
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CAAssociate of Science - Nursing
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA2008
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Periop 101 course completed 2 years as circulator
- Intravenous therapy: vasopressors, sedation, chemotherapy, fluid replacement
- High level of autonomy
- Strong clinical judgment
- Neurology expert: EVD, CVP, ICH, and NIHSS competent
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Critical care
- Trauma recovery
- Case management
Affiliations
- Member, Association of California Nurse Leaders, 2017 to Current
- Member, International Association of Forensic Nurses, 2018 to Current
- Member, AORN- Association of Operating Room Nurses, 2019 to Current
Certification
- Registered Nurse in CA, License number 732260, 2020
- Registered Nurse in OR, License number 201902565RN
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 2020
- BLS - 2020
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Course 2010
- NIHSS - 2019
Timeline
RN ICU
Providence Medford Medical Center
12.2021 - Current
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Providence Medford Medical Center
12.2020 - 12.2021
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QUEEN OF THE VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
11.2019 - 12.2020
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
07.2019 - 11.2019
RN Neuro Services Step-Down
QUEEN OF THE VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER
06.2019 - 11.2019
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Chino Valley Medical Center
01.2019 - 06.2019
Clinical Resource Nurse
FOOTHILL PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL
10.2018 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse ED And MST
SAN DIMAS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
04.2016 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse
CENTER FOR THERMAL ONCOLOGY/I2MED
07.2015 - 05.2016
Registered Nurse
LIFELINE CRITICAL CARE TRANSPORT, Critical Care Transport RN
01.2013 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse ICU
COTTAGE HOSPITAL
03.2011 - 12.2012
Registered Nurse Emergency Department
MEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
07.2010 - 03.2011
Registered Nurse Emergency Department
TWIN CITIES COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
08.2008 - 07.2010
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Arts -
Antelope Valley College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Antelope Valley College
- Registered Nurse in CA, License number 732260, 2020
- Registered Nurse in OR, License number 201902565RN
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 2020
- BLS - 2020
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Course 2010
- NIHSS - 2019
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