Kelli Harrell
Midlothian,TX
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nursing professional of 12 years with extensive experience at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction and safety through effective communication and critical thinking. Skilled in medication administration and patient education, fostering trust and improving outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
- Preop, MedDay, PAT, ER, and GI Lab
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, and safe medication use.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Became the Patient experience nurse to improve patient's satisfaction by providing emotional support, and addressing concerns, and questions. Leading to process improvement opportunities to improve patient satisfaction
School Nurse
Mansfield ISD
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Oversaw health services for school of 1,000 students and faculty.
- Streamlined Covid documentation processes for maintaining accurate student health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Covid coordinator for multiple campuses
Staff Nurse, ER
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
09.2015 - 08.2019
- Promoted patient advocacy by involving patients and their families in decision-making processes for better healthcare outcomes.
- Delivered compassionate care during emotionally challenging situations, such as end-of-life or trauma cases.
- Utilized electronic health records proficiently to document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis and treatment.
- Supported patients and family members with confident, soothing approach as they handled medical crises.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills when assessing patients'' conditions, leading to early detection of potential complications.
- Performed triage, trauma, and medical patient assessments
- Performed and interpreted EKG's.
- Skilled in IV, IO, and Sono IV's
LVN/RN Staff Nurse
Navarro Regional Hospital
07.2014 - 09.2015
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
- Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Advocated for patients needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
LVN Charge Nurse
Twilight Nursing Home
09.2013 - 06.2014
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse and physicians.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
Education
Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX01-2018
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Navarro College
Corsicana, TX05-2015
LVN - Nursing
Navarro College
Corsicana, TX08-2013
Skills
- Patient education
- Patient safety
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Emergency care
- Critical thinking
- Compassionate and caring
- CPR/AED
- BLS/ACLS/PALS
- EPIC and MedHost charting
Accomplishments
I became the Patient Experience Nurse in the GI lab 02/2025. Since then our OAS scores have risen significantly and are at top box. This has broken our OAS high score record.
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Methodist Dallas Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
School Nurse
Mansfield ISD
08.2019 - 02.2020
Staff Nurse, ER
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
09.2015 - 08.2019
LVN/RN Staff Nurse
Navarro Regional Hospital
07.2014 - 09.2015
LVN Charge Nurse
Twilight Nursing Home
09.2013 - 06.2014
Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Navarro College
LVN - Nursing
Navarro College
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