Kassandra Clark
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, skilled in medication administration and patient education. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and strong clinical judgment. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, fostering a supportive environment for patients and families.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
Norfolk, Va
03.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs for optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment regimens and health management strategies.
- Assisted in emergency procedures, ensuring swift response to critical situations.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems for compliance.
- Conducted assessments to identify patient needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety standards.
- Provided mentorship to new nursing staff, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- 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.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Access mediports needed for Chemotherapy.
Nurse Aide
The Key
Virginia Beach, VA
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Administered medications and maintained accurate records of patient care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient safety and wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted with daily living activities for patients, ensuring optimal independence and quality of life.
CNA
Bayside Health and Rehabilitation Center
Virginia Beach
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for healthcare team review.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement care plans effectively.
- Responded promptly to patient calls, ensuring timely assistance and care delivery.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, Virginia, VA12-2027
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Critical care
- Collecting vitals
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- EMR systems
- Performing ekgs
- Team coordination
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Emergency response
- Vaccine administration
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- EMR / EHR
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
- Medical assessment
- ADL assistance
- Chronic disease management
- Personal care needs
- Patient relations
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Chest pain management
- Treatment Planning
- Emotional awareness
- Data collection
- HIPAA education
- Emotional intelligence
- Health screening
- Medical recordkeeping
- Hospice and palliative care
- Long-term care
- Case management
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Mobility assistance
- Removing sutures
- Palliative care awareness
- Medical records management
- Managing deadlines
- Feeding assistance
- At-risk patient care
- Mental health nursing
- Family advocacy
- Seizure management
- Supply restocking
- Evaluations
Accomplishments
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
Certification
ACLS
BLS
ONCC
RN
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Nurse Aide
The Key
10.2022 - 12.2023
CNA
Bayside Health and Rehabilitation Center
09.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science -
Tidewater Community College