Kasey Adkins
Ypsilanti,MI
Summary
Seasoned Unit Manager and Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Special Tree Rehabilitation, adept in critical thinking and interpersonal relationship building. Excelled in enhancing patient care through advanced cardiac life support and fostering team collaboration. Achieved high patient satisfaction rates by implementing effective healthcare strategies and maintaining professionalism.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Manager
Special Tree Rehabilitation
06.2024 - Current
- Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
- Resolved conflicts among team members quickly to maintain a positive working environment conducive for continued excellence in patient care.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Mentored new hires during orientation periods for seamless integration into the team while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Assisted in development and implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations for unit operations.
- Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration through effective communication and coordination of patient care plans.
Registered Nurse
Regency At Bluffs Park
02.2024 - 06.2024
- 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.
Home Health Nurse
Jeanne Falcicchio
10.2018 - 01.2023
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
Staff Nurse,IMC and Tele
Wayne Hospital
01.2015 - 10.2018
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Travel Registered Nurse IMC and Tele
Medical Staffing Network, RN
05.2009 - 01.2015
- 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.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
Staff Nurse, Cath Lab, IMC and Tele
Integris Baptist Medical Center
12.2001 - 10.2009
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Administration
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK12.2000
Skills
- Interpersonal relationship building
- Medical equipment operation
- Critical thinking
- Professionalism and confidentiality
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- ECG
- Intravenous therapy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced life support
- Advanced cardiac life support
Timeline
Unit Manager
Special Tree Rehabilitation
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Regency At Bluffs Park
02.2024 - 06.2024
Home Health Nurse
Jeanne Falcicchio
10.2018 - 01.2023
Staff Nurse,IMC and Tele
Wayne Hospital
01.2015 - 10.2018
Travel Registered Nurse IMC and Tele
Medical Staffing Network, RN
05.2009 - 01.2015
Staff Nurse, Cath Lab, IMC and Tele
Integris Baptist Medical Center
12.2001 - 10.2009
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Administration
Oklahoma City Community College
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