Karlie Poulton
Lindon
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Intermountain Healthcare, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and strong clinical judgment. Adept at mentoring staff and streamlining processes, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes safety and quality care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
06.2021 - Current
- Administered patient care, monitoring vital signs and responding to medical needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication administration, and post-discharge planning.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on protocols, best practices, and patient care standards.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and develop appropriate interventions.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance through guidance.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare
09.2019 - 06.2021
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Operating Room Orderly
Intermountain Healthcare
10.2016 - 09.2019
- Assisted nursing staff with patient mobility and daily care tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to medical team promptly.
- Ensured timely transportation of patients to various departments as needed.
- Supported infection control measures through proper sanitization protocols.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient handling and care procedures.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving efficiency in patient support services.
- Enhanced the efficiency of daily operations by taking initiative in performing necessary tasks without direct supervision.
- Managed time efficiently while balancing multiple responsibilities, ensuring that all tasks were completed in a timely and accurate manner.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Joyce University
Draper, UT09-2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
06.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare
09.2019 - 06.2021
Operating Room Orderly
Intermountain Healthcare
10.2016 - 09.2019
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Joyce University