Kelli Dennehy
New Kent,VA
Summary
Professional with strong foundation in patient care and clinical expertise. Skilled at working in diverse healthcare settings, ensuring quality care and patient safety. Focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs with reliability. Proficient in critical thinking, patient assessment, and communication skills, driving positive patient outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
VCU Health
11.2009 - Current
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes and responding promptly to patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff, enhancing team performance and cohesion.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, improving patient outcomes and satisfaction levels.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing errors and enhancing efficiency in care delivery.
- 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.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Delivered patient care across multiple units, adapting quickly to varying clinical environments.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and infection control, contributing to safer hospital environment.
- Participated in clinical research trials, contributing to advancements in nursing practices and patient care methodologies.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
UVA Health System
11.2001 - 11.2009
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to protocols and best practices.
- Delivered patient care across multiple units, adapting quickly to varying clinical environments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes and responding promptly to patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff, enhancing team performance and cohesion.
- Led emergency response efforts, ensuring effective crisis management during critical situations.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Mary Washington Hospital
02.2000 - 11.2002
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and communicating concerns to healthcare providers.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on protocols and best practices within float pool operations.
- Facilitated discharge planning, ensuring smooth transitions for patients between departments.
- Delivered patient care across multiple units, adapting quickly to varying clinical environments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VASkills
- Patient care
- interdisciplinary collaboration
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinkingClinical adaptability
- Safety advocacy
- Multi-unit experience
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Health promotion
- Intravenous therapy
Safety Star and Daisy Awards
Over the past 15 years with my current employer, I have been awarded multiple Safety Star Awards for recognizing and reporting various safety issues and potential safety issues impacting patients and visitors at our facility, and taking immediate corrective action when possible. While safety is the main priority when caring for patients, I really value the Daisy Awards I have been given. It's heart warming to know you have made a difference in someone's life at a very difficult time for them.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
VCU Health
11.2009 - Current
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
UVA Health System
11.2001 - 11.2009
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Mary Washington Hospital
02.2000 - 11.2002
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College