Kasey Boland
Barnes Jewish Hospital
St Louis,MO
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Compassionate ICU Nurse with comprehensive background in critical care nursing. Managed high-acuity patients, coordinated patient care, and led teams to deliver quality care while adhering to best practices. Skilled in critical thinking, decision-making under pressure, and effective communication across multidisciplinary teams. Made a significant impact by improving patient outcomes and increasing team efficiency in the critical care setting.
Work History
Tele Critical Care Nurse
1 Year 3 Months- Monitored vital signs and performed continuous assessments to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Ensured high-quality care for critically ill patients by maintaining current knowledge on critical care advancements and best practices.
- Mentored novice nursing staff, promoting adherence to best practices in critical care environments.
Medical ICU Charge Nurse
6 Years 1 Month- Triaged patients in 42-bed intensive care unit to prioritize critical needs effectively.
- Responded efficiently to medical emergencies, providing life-saving interventions.
- Evaluated and adjusted staffing levels throughout shift to maintain optimal coverage.
- Demonstrated leadership skills by delegating duties appropriately among staff members.
- Enhanced patient safety by chart auditing to ensure best practices are maintained.
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
5 Months- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for critically ill patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications and blood products, and provided treatment per physician orders.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, facilitating orientation and integration into the ICU setting.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central and arterial line insertions, chest tube insertions, intubations, and bronchoscopies while maintaining strict sterile technique.
- Improved patient and family satisfaction by delivering clear, empathetic communication regarding patient status and care plans.
Patient Care Technician, ICU
2 Years 9 Months- Performed car seat testing for newborns pre-discharge to ensure safety during transport.
- Trained new Patient Care Technicians to provide consistent care for critically ill newborns.
- Facilitated nutrition delivery in neonatal unit to support infant growth.
Patient Care Technician
2 Years 3 Months- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when needed.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Patient Sitter
1 Year 3 Months- Established rapport with patients by demonstrating empathy, respect, and genuine concern for their well-being throughout each interaction.
- Promoted a calm environment by utilizing therapeutic communication techniques with patients experiencing anxiety, or agitation.
- Enhanced patient safety by providing continuous observation of assigned patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- Graduated magna cum laude
Skills
Emergency response
Critical thinking
Leadership skills
Charge/Triage Nurse
Ventilator and sedation management
Continuous renal replacement therapy
Advanced cardiovascular life support
End-of-life care
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Tele Critical Care Nurse
Barnes Jewish Hospital
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
Medical ICU Charge Nurse
Barnes Jewish Hospital
04.2019 - 05.2025Read More
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Barnes Jewish Hospital
11.2018 - 04.2019Read More
Patient Care Technician, ICU
St. Louis Children's Hospital
02.2016 - 11.2018Read More
Patient Care Technician
Barnes Jewish Hospital
11.2013 - 02.2016Read More
Patient Sitter
Barnes Jewish Hospital
08.2012 - 11.2013Read More
Goldfarb School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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