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Kedesha Costley-Lawrence

Hackettstown,NJ

Summary

Registered Nurse with strong patient care skills working within a acute care setting,long term care and rehab facility setting. Hardworking and energetic; flexible, adapt easily to change of environment and work schedule. Maintain critical thinking skills essential to providing competent and dignified patient care. Personable with a positive attitude; interface effectively with patients, families, and nursing staff.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Field Registered Nurse

OptumHealth
Basking Ridge, NJ
02.2024 - Current
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.

Travel Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Managed patient care plans and provided necessary medical treatments to patients in a timely manner.
  • Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
  • Provided direct and indirect patient care according to established standards and protocols.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal quality of care for all patients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment strategies for complex cases.

Registered Nurse

St Clare’s Hospital
Denville, NJ
12.2022 - 08.2023
  • Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
  • Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
  • Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
  • Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.

Director of Quality Management

Select Speciality Hospital
Rochelle Park, NJ
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Developed and implemented quality management systems to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
  • Monitored processes and identified areas of improvement, leading to increased efficiency and productivity.
  • Conducted audits of internal operations to verify compliance with established procedures.
  • Coordinated the development of corrective action plans based on audit findings.
  • Established goals for performance improvement initiatives in collaboration with team members.
  • Trained staff on quality control principles and procedures.
  • Provided guidance and support to team members regarding regulatory requirements and best practices in quality management systems.

Travel Registered Nurse

St Lukes Easton Hospital
Easton, PA
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Responded to codes or patient crises as part of rapid-response team.
  • Assisted in planning individual treatment programs in consultation with Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing and other staff using established knowledge and resources in planning care and patient teaching.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.

Registered Nurse

Hunterdon Medical Center
Flemington, NJ
11.2020 - 09.2022
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.

Registered Nurse- Clinical Coordinator

St Lukes Warren Hospital
Phillipsburg, NJ
08.2018 - 02.2021
  • Covered or manager while on maternity leave,Conducted clinical interviews and assisted with hiring decision.
  • Implemented Massimo Safety Net and developed strategies to improve workflow.
  • Initiated and organized the day to day operation of the Covid 19 unit.
  • Addressed complaints and grievances in timely manner.
  • Sepsis committee member
  • Compiled audits for use of central line , urinary catheter, handwashing and blood administration compliance.
  • Managed and provided leadership to help staff with direct and indirect patient care and telemetry monitoring while being assigned as charge nurse
  • Addressed unit staff concerns, including staffing ratios, resource management, allocation of responsibilities and optimized workload
  • Oversaw adherence to federal, state and company requirements and regulations.
  • Delivered quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.

Registered Nurse

ST Luke's Warren Hospital
Phillipsburg, NJ
02.2017 - 01.2018
  • Performed care of the medical surgical patients in acute care setting
  • Provided pre op and post op care in Othopedics and general surgery patients
  • Provided necessary healthcare education for patients
  • Completed pertinent assessments, admission and discharges
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.

Registered Nurse

Lopatcong Care Center
Lopatcong, NJ
11.2016 - 05.2017
  • Performed care of patients requiring rehabilitation in a skilled care facility
  • Completed admissions and discharges
  • Performed Skilled nursing facility assessments
  • Maintained patient charts and confidential files
  • Tested glucose and administered injections
  • Interviewed patients toobtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height
  • Coordinated with doctors and registerednurses to develop care plans for patients

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
09.2026

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
09.2020

Associate of Science - Professional Nursing

Jersey College
2016

Skills

BLS CERTIFIED

Certification

  • Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification
  • CPR certified through American Heart Association
  • ACLS
  • NRP certified

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Field Registered Nurse

OptumHealth
02.2024 - Current

Travel Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
08.2023 - 02.2024

Registered Nurse

St Clare’s Hospital
12.2022 - 08.2023

Director of Quality Management

Select Speciality Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2022

Travel Registered Nurse

St Lukes Easton Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2022

Registered Nurse

Hunterdon Medical Center
11.2020 - 09.2022

Registered Nurse- Clinical Coordinator

St Lukes Warren Hospital
08.2018 - 02.2021

Registered Nurse

ST Luke's Warren Hospital
02.2017 - 01.2018

Registered Nurse

Lopatcong Care Center
11.2016 - 05.2017

Master of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University

Associate of Science - Professional Nursing

Jersey College
  • Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification
  • CPR certified through American Heart Association
  • ACLS
  • NRP certified

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