Kari Ray
Richlands,NC
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Brynn Marr Hospital, showcasing expertise in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated leadership in nursing team development and patient advocacy, enhancing patient care quality. Proven ability in psychiatric settings, underpinned by strong clinical judgment and compassion. Achieved significant improvements in patient satisfaction and safety protocols.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse and PRN House Supervisor
Brynn Marr Hospital
2023.04 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- 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.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Cherry Hospital
2023.04 - 2023.07
- 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.
Nurse Manager
Brynn Marr Hospital
2020.03 - 2022.04
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Updated patient charts using HCS with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decisionmaking.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
Mental Health Technician
Brynn Marr Hospital
2018.07 - 2019.07
- Attended therapeutic educational group meetings and supported patients with guidance from RN or LPN medical professional.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
Dental Assistant
Pierpan Dental Excellence
2006.04 - 2017.08
- Educated patients on postoperative care, including how to protect dental work and boost healing.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Completed tooth impressions to support creation of accurate dental work to correct problems such as missing teeth.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments between patients to protect from infection risks.
- Administered sealing compounds and protective coatings to boost tooth enamel strength and minimize cavity risk.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville North Carolina05.2019
Associate of Arts -
Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NC05.2016
High School Diploma -
Pulaski High School
Pulaski, NY06.1998
Skills
- Nursing staff support
- Nursing standards
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Psychiatric settings
- Nursing team development
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and Empathy
Timeline
Registered Nurse and PRN House Supervisor
Brynn Marr Hospital
2023.04 - Current
Registered Nurse
Cherry Hospital
2023.04 - 2023.07
Nurse Manager
Brynn Marr Hospital
2020.03 - 2022.04
Mental Health Technician
Brynn Marr Hospital
2018.07 - 2019.07
Dental Assistant
Pierpan Dental Excellence
2006.04 - 2017.08
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Coastal Carolina Community College
Associate of Arts -
Coastal Carolina Community College
High School Diploma -
Pulaski High School
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