KEITHLYN ECCLES
MIRAMAR,FL
Summary
Highly motivated and dedicated professional with a strong educational background and relevant work experience. Seeking a responsible and challenging position to apply skills and knowledge effectively. Ambitious and career-focused individual eager to secure an APRN position that aligns with goals while contributing to organizational success through adherence to policies and procedures. Passionate about delivering high-quality healthcare services and committed to excellence. Confident in ability to make a valuable impact in this role.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
2024.05 - Current
- Enhanced student clinical performance by providing thorough instruction and hands-on guidance in various nursing procedures.
- Collaborated with fellow nursing faculty to develop comprehensive lesson plans and assessment tools for improved learning outcomes.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to foster growth and improvement.
- Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations, offering support and guidance for professional development.
- Facilitated engaging discussions on current healthcare trends and practices, promoting critical thinking among students.
- Developed strong relationships with partnering hospitals, ensuring quality clinical experiences for students.
- Implemented evidence-based teaching strategies to effectively convey complex nursing concepts.
APRN Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist
Shalom Mental Health and Wellness
2023.11 - Current
- Initiated referrals to specialty services when necessary to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
- Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
- Analyzed, collected and recorded patient health data.
- Developed or assisted others in care and treatment plans.
- Assessed healthcare needs of patients by conducting health evaluations.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Developed and maintained departmental policies, procedures or patient care standards based on evidence-based practice guidelines or expert opinion.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients based on clinical assessment, diagnosis, and individual needs.
- Maintained current knowledge base through continuing education programs related to APRN Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist roles and responsibilities.
- Maintained patient records and verified patient privacy and clinical compliance to minimize data breaches.
- Monitored patient progress throughout the course of treatment while providing support and guidance.
- Carried out comprehensive care focused on patient needs and meeting care goals.
- Assessed educational needs of staff members and provided training sessions accordingly.
- Consulted with other healthcare professionals regarding challenging cases requiring specialized interventions.
- Responded quickly and effectively during emergency situations such as cardiac arrest or trauma incidents.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized plans of care, treatment methods, and discharge plans for young and adult patients.
- Read current literature and participated in professional organizations and conferences to keep abreast of nursing developments.
- Provided direct patient care in a variety of acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
- Created detailed documentation of all patient encounters according to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
- Coached and mentored other caregivers to facilitate professional growth and development.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Attended meetings with faculty members to discuss upcoming projects.
- Worked as team member on complex academic projects.
- Built positive relationships with professors and assisted with research and innovation.
PACU Registered Nurse
CAREREV
2022.02 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications postsurgery.
- Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with the surgical team.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and maintaining open communication with patients and families.
- Ensured seamless transitions to inpatient units by preparing thorough documentation for handoffs.
Registered Nurse
Stanford Medical Center
2023.07 - 2023.10
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Registered Nurse, PACU
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI HOSPITAL
2022.02 - 2022.11
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Streamlined the discharge process for PACU patients, ensuring thorough education on home care instructions and follow-up appointments.
- Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Ensured continuity of care by effectively documenting patient assessments, interventions, responses, and progress in electronic medical records systems.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical units through timely communication with preoperative and surgical suite staff regarding patient needs and status updates.
Registered Nurse/PACU/ Blood Transfusion/ Ketamine Transfusion
Cleveland Clinic Florida
2016.04 - 2022.02
- Recovering surgical patients post anesthesia
- Preparing patient for surgical procedures
- Out patient blood transfusions
- Pain control post surgical patients / PCA.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Answered many calls per shift to assist with customer questions and concerns.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Clinical APRN Student
Cleveland Clinic Florida
2020.01 - 2021.10
- Prepared reports, presentations and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Worked as team member on complex academic projects.
- Built positive relationships with professors and assisted with research and innovation.
- Joined extracurricular activities to explore interests or passions outside classroom.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Planned, evaluated or modified treatment programs by observing and interviewing patients or analyzing patient records.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Evaluated quality and effectiveness of nursing practice or organizational systems.
Registered Nurse/Telemetry/MICU
North Shore Medical (FMC – Campus)
2011.01 - 2016.04
- Cardiac patients
- Stroke/TIA patients
- PEG feeding
- Nasogastric tubes insertions
- IV insertion and medication administration
- Computerized medication administration
- Preceptor
- Charge Nurse responsibilities
- Super user for new computer charting system (IMPACT)
- Following up with doctors orders
- Patient advocator
- Blood transfusion
- Wound care
- Multiple cardiac drips titration
- Attending code blues and rapid responses
- Ventilations training and caring for patients on Ventilation.
- Managed intravenous therapy including IV starts, changes, discontinuation per physician orders.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Grand Canyon University
2021-10
BSN degree in Nursing -
Lakeview College of Nursing
Danville, IL2008-12
Associate in Science Degree in Nursing -
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL01.2004
Skills
- APRN, AGACNP-BC
- RN# 928-896
- ACLS
- BLS
- ICU Certified
- Computer charting (Medi-Tech, Cerner, EPIC)
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Patient Examination
- Treatment Coordination
- Patient Testing
- Diagnostic Assessment
- Care Planning
- Intake and Discharge
- Care Coordination
- Family Education
- Quality Assurance
- Clinical expertise
- Student Evaluation
- Teaching strategies
- Clinical Supervision
Timeline
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
2024.05 - Current
APRN Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist
Shalom Mental Health and Wellness
2023.11 - Current
Registered Nurse
Stanford Medical Center
2023.07 - 2023.10
PACU Registered Nurse
CAREREV
2022.02 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI HOSPITAL
2022.02 - 2022.11
Clinical APRN Student
Cleveland Clinic Florida
2020.01 - 2021.10
Registered Nurse/PACU/ Blood Transfusion/ Ketamine Transfusion
Cleveland Clinic Florida
2016.04 - 2022.02
Registered Nurse/Telemetry/MICU
North Shore Medical (FMC – Campus)
2011.01 - 2016.04
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Grand Canyon University
BSN degree in Nursing -
Lakeview College of Nursing
Associate in Science Degree in Nursing -
Miami Dade College
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